In Valdez, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 89.2% of Valdez’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 97.70% of Valdez’s 474 residents. 5G reception covers up to 10.55% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Valdez providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Valdez, NM Top Cell Providers
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
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.
Coverage:
97.31% of Valdez
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 49.09% 3G or 2G: 97.31%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Valdez
AT&T Wireless covers 97.31% of homes in the city 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 Valdez) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
49.09% |
63.16% |
2G or 3G |
97.31% |
88.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 49.09% of homes. 48.22% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Valdez mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Valdez
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 72.68% of Valdez homes. 97.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Valdez
Verizon Wireless covers 67.51% of homes in the city 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 Valdez) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
37.23% |
41.73% |
2G or 3G |
67.51% |
66.97% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 37.23% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Valdez mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Valdez
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 54.04% of Valdez homes. 52.42% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Valdez
Coverage:
32.09% of Valdez
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 11.42% 4G: 16.79% 3G or 2G: 6.67%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Valdez
T-Mobile covers 32.09% of homes in the city 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 Valdez) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
11.42% |
5.73% |
4G |
16.79% |
1.40% |
2G or 3G |
6.67% |
6.36% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 11.42% 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 #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Valdez mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Valdez
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 11.42% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 32.09% of Valdez homes. 6.67% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Valdez homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Valdez land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Valdez Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Valdez, NM. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Valdez ranks #858 out of 990 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in New Mexico.
Best Valdez Cell Provider Key
The northern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of Valdez where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Valdez, NM: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Valdez. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 11.42% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 97.31% of Valdez homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Valdez, NM
If the price of a Valdez mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Valdez 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 Valdez wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
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.
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 Valdez, NM
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Valdez, 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 Valdez and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Choice Wireless in Valdez
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Valdez
Choice Wireless covers 93.86% of homes in the city 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 Valdez) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
92.81% |
70.84% |
2G or 3G |
92.95% |
74.70% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.81% of homes. 0.14% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Valdez mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Valdez
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.81% of Valdez homes. 92.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Choice Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Valdez than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Valdez, NM Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Valdez Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Valdez may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. 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 Valdez covering 10.55% of homes in the area while 4G covers 95.53% of the city. Overall, 97.70% of homes (474 people) and 89.2% of the land (35.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Valdez
Valdez 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Valdez cover 10.55% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 5.72% or 2.2 square miles of Valdez are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Valdez comes from T-Mobile with 11.42% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Valdez
Valdez 4G Coverage Key
4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Valdez, 92.81% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 95.53% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Choice Wireless has the best 4G network in Valdez with 92.81% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Valdez for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Valdez houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 97.31% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Valdez land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 88.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 11.42% in Valdez.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Choice Wireless, covering 92.81% of Valdez.
- The top estimated average speed in Valdez, estimated at 37.13, Mbps is available through Choice Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Valdez
If you live near Valdez but aren’t technically in the city, 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 Valdez:
Cities close to Valdez
- Arroyo Seco, NM: worse coverage
- San Cristobal, NM: better coverage
- Taos Pueblo, NM: better coverage
- Arroyo Hondo, NM: better coverage
- El Prado, NM: better coverage
- Taos Ski Valley, NM: better coverage
- Eagle Nest, NM: better coverage
- Tres Piedras, NM: better coverage
- Petaca, NM: worse coverage
- Las Tablas, NM: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Valdez
- Oakpark, VA: better coverage
- Newby, TX: better coverage
- Newport, IN: better coverage
- Newport, MO: better coverage
- North Benton, MN: better coverage
- North Courtland, AL: better coverage
- North Greenfield, OH: better coverage
- North Hartland, VT: better coverage
- North Lansing, NY: better coverage
- Oak Hill, MO: worse coverage