In Yelm, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Yelm’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.98% of Yelm’s 26,636 residents. 5G reception covers up to 81.66% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Yelm providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Yelm, WA 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Yelm
Coverage:
93.93% of Yelm
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 74.59% 4G: 85.50% 3G or 2G: 93.77%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Yelm
Verizon Wireless covers 93.93% 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 Yelm) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
74.59% |
55.77% |
4G |
85.50% |
74.82% |
2G or 3G |
93.77% |
92.82% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 74.59% 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 #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Yelm mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Yelm
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 74.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 87.57% of Yelm homes. 85.36% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Yelm
Coverage:
93.38% of Yelm
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 88.68% 4G: 81.78% 3G or 2G: 87.17%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Yelm
T-Mobile covers 93.38% 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 Yelm) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
88.68% |
77.70% |
4G |
81.78% |
56.54% |
2G or 3G |
87.17% |
73.03% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 88.68% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Yelm mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Yelm
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 88.68% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.38% of Yelm homes. 87.18% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Yelm
Coverage:
99.98% of Yelm
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 67.84% 4G: 82.89% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Yelm
AT&T Wireless covers 99.98% 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 Yelm) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
67.84% |
44.21% |
4G |
82.89% |
67.37% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.90% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 67.84% 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 #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Yelm mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Yelm
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 67.84% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.55% of Yelm homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Yelm homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Yelm land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Yelm Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Yelm, WA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Yelm ranks #1166 out of 1451 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Washington.
Best Yelm Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Yelm where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Yelm, WA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Yelm. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 88.68% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.98% of Yelm homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Yelm, WA
If the price of a Yelm mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Yelm 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 Yelm 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.
Yelm, WA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Yelm Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Yelm 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 Yelm covering 81.66% of homes in the area while 4G covers 90.94% of the city. Overall, 99.98% of homes (26,636 people) and 99.9% of the land (64.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Yelm
Yelm 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Yelm cover 81.66% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 76.63% or 49.5 square miles of Yelm are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Yelm comes from T-Mobile with 88.68% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Yelm
Yelm 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 Yelm, 86.48% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 90.94% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Yelm with 93.38% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Yelm 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 Yelm houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.98% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Yelm land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.90% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 88.68% in Yelm.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 93.38% of Yelm.
- The top estimated average speed in Yelm, estimated at 62.96, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Yelm
If you live near Yelm 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 Yelm:
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