Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Utah


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In Utah, you’ll select from 9 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 92.6% of Utah’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Utah’s 3,271,616 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.55% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Utah providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Utah Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile below

Plans start at $29/mo.

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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access


Mint

Plans include 5G where available.

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile below

Plans start at $15/mo.

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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.


Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless 5G available in Utah


Coverage:

99.86% of Utah

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 94.63% 4G: 99.58% 3G or 2G: 99.66%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

Verizon Wireless covers 99.86% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
94.63%
17.64%
4G
99.58%
50.23%
2G or 3G
99.66%
67.28%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.63% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Utah

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.63% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.64% of Utah homes. 99.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Utah


Coverage:

99.82% of Utah

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 99.30% 4G: 99.15% 3G or 2G: 99.38%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

T-Mobile covers 99.82% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
99.30%
50.81%
4G
99.15%
44.46%
2G or 3G
99.38%
46.92%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.30% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Utah

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.30% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.78% of Utah homes. 99.40% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Utah


Coverage:

99.96% of Utah

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 97.65% 4G: 99.82% 3G or 2G: 99.88%


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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

AT&T Wireless covers 99.96% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
97.65%
36.65%
4G
99.82%
77.48%
2G or 3G
99.88%
81.84%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.65% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Utah

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.92% of Utah homes. 99.88% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Utah homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Utah land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Utah Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Utah. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Utah ranks #4 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.

Map of the fastest cell company in Utah
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The central parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Utah where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Utah: T-Mobile

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Utah. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.30% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.96% of Utah homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Utah

If the price of a Utah mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Utah including pre-paid, no-contract plans that start as low as $15 per line. Many of these providers such as Mint, Boost, and Cricket partner with the three major carriers to provide excellent coverage nationwide. With these discount options, the price of your Utah wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

Plans include 5G where available.

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $15/mo.

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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Visible

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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These providers all offer excellent coverage at a lower price compared to more well-known brands. Mint is generally regarded as the most affordable provider for unlimited data, with a high "throttle cap" of 35GB. Depending on where you live, you may prefer the AT&T network coverage offered by Cricket. Boost is a good option for international travelers.

Local Mobile Providers in Utah

The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Utah, and then partner with larger national companies to provide national service for traveling customers. We display network partners to the best of our ability but cannot guarantee coverage or charges outside of Utah and the providers’ coverage areas.

Choice Wireless


Coverage:

73.08% of Utah

1.25% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 26.55% 3G or 2G: 73.00%


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Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

Choice Wireless covers 73.08% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
26.55%
11.73%
2G or 3G
73.00%
45.82%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 26.55% of homes. 46.45% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #7 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Utah

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 26.55% of Utah homes. 73.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Cellular One


Coverage:

60.51% of Utah

0.28% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 5.27% 3G or 2G: 60.51%


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Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

Cellular One covers 60.51% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
5.27%
0.66%
2G or 3G
60.51%
23.73%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.27% of homes. 55.24% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #8 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

Cellular One Voice Quality in Utah

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 5.27% of Utah homes. 60.51% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Union Wireless


Coverage:

99.61% of Utah

0.27% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 98.58% 3G or 2G: 98.40%


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Union Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

Union Wireless covers 99.61% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
98.58%
41.39%
2G or 3G
98.40%
41.22%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.58% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Union Wireless as #4 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

Union Wireless Voice Quality in Utah

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.58% of Utah homes. 99.61% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

STRATA Networks


Coverage:

81.23% of Utah

0.06% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 67.29% 3G or 2G: 80.70%


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STRATA Networks Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

STRATA Networks covers 81.23% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
67.29%
45.01%
2G or 3G
80.70%
46.60%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 67.29% of homes. 13.41% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank STRATA Networks as #5 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

STRATA Networks Voice Quality in Utah

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 67.29% of Utah homes. 80.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Silver Star


Coverage:

73.80% of Utah

0.01% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 73.80% 3G or 2G: 60.47%


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Silver Star Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

Silver Star covers 73.80% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
73.80%
42.91%
2G or 3G
60.47%
21.70%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 73.80% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Silver Star as #6 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

Silver Star Voice Quality in Utah

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 73.80% of Utah homes. 64.79% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

NNTC


Coverage:

2.57% of Utah

0.00% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 2.57%


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NNTC Data Speeds and Coverage in Utah

NNTC covers 2.57% of homes in the state with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Utah) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
2.57%
0.98%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.57% of homes. We rank NNTC as #9 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Utah mobile providers.

NNTC Voice Quality in Utah

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.57% of Utah homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

 

Utah Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Utah
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Your mobile coverage in Utah may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the state. To see coverage for an individual provider, click the provider's availability maps above.

There are several types of mobile coverage to consider when evaluating a carrier’s geographic reliability. 5G is the fastest mobile data connection in Utah covering 99.55% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.96% of the state. Overall, 99.99% of homes (3,271,570 people) and 92.6% of the land (76,264.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Utah

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Utah
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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Utah cover 99.55% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 52.32% or 43,099.6 square miles of Utah are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Utah comes from T-Mobile with 99.30% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Utah

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Utah
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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Utah, 99.92% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.96% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Utah with 99.92% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Utah for You

If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the state, some of these facts may help you decide:

  • Coverage to Utah houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.96% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Utah land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 88.63% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.30% in Utah.
  • The top estimated average speed in Utah, estimated at 70.50, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.

 

Mobile Service States Near Utah

If you live near Utah but aren’t technically in the state, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.

Enter your zip code here to find more precise mobile numbers on your exact location. Here are our mobile and cell phone guides for several popular locations in and around Utah:

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