In Wakpala, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Wakpala’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Wakpala’s 400 residents. 5G reception covers up to 37.54% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Wakpala providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Wakpala, SD 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Wakpala
Coverage:
99.97% of Wakpala
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.00% 4G: 99.10% 3G or 2G: 99.97%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wakpala
AT&T Wireless covers 99.97% 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 Wakpala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.00% |
0.14% |
4G |
99.10% |
95.65% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
99.64% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.00% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.10% of homes. 0.87% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wakpala mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Wakpala
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.39% of Wakpala homes. 99.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Wakpala
Coverage:
76.02% of Wakpala
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 37.54% 4G: 23.12% 3G or 2G: 1.24%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Wakpala
T-Mobile covers 76.02% 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 Wakpala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
37.54% |
59.38% |
4G |
23.12% |
38.99% |
2G or 3G |
1.24% |
8.10% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 37.54% 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 Wakpala mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Wakpala
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 37.54% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 76.02% of Wakpala homes. 1.24% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wakpala
Verizon Wireless covers 99.50% 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 Wakpala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
96.26% |
83.81% |
2G or 3G |
99.41% |
98.40% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.26% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wakpala mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Wakpala
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.47% of Wakpala homes. 97.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Wakpala homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Wakpala land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Wakpala Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Wakpala, SD. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Wakpala ranks #767 out of 1046 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in South Dakota.

Best Wakpala Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Wakpala where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Wakpala, SD: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Wakpala. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 37.54% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.97% of Wakpala homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Wakpala, SD
If the price of a Wakpala mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Wakpala 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 Wakpala 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 Wakpala, SD
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Wakpala, 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 Wakpala and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Standing Rock Telecommunications in Wakpala
Standing Rock Telecommunications Data Speeds and Coverage in Wakpala
Standing Rock Telecommunications covers 99.21% 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 Wakpala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
60.10% |
44.98% |
2G or 3G |
91.98% |
66.32% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 60.10% of homes. 31.88% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Standing Rock Telecommunications as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wakpala mobile providers.
Standing Rock Telecommunications Voice Quality in Wakpala
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 88.32% of Wakpala homes. 99.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Wakpala, SD Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Wakpala Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Wakpala 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 Wakpala covering 37.54% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.63% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (400 people) and 100.0% of the land (198.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Wakpala

Wakpala 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Wakpala cover 37.54% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 59.38% or 117.7 square miles of Wakpala are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Wakpala comes from T-Mobile with 37.54% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Wakpala

Wakpala 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 Wakpala, 99.10% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.63% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Wakpala with 99.47% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Wakpala 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 Wakpala houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.97% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Wakpala land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.64% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 37.54% in Wakpala.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.47% of Wakpala.
- The top estimated average speed in Wakpala, estimated at 39.67, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Wakpala
If you live near Wakpala 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 Wakpala:
Cities close to Wakpala
- Mobridge, SD: better coverage
- Little Eagle, SD: worse coverage
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- McLaughlin, SD: worse coverage
- Liberty, SD: worse coverage
- Trail City, SD: worse coverage
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- Pollock, SD: worse coverage
- Glencross, SD: worse coverage
- Mound City, SD: better coverage
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- Smithfield, NE: worse coverage
- Slab City, ME: worse coverage
- Skerry, NY: better coverage
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