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As anyone who lives in—or has driven through—Arkansas knows, much of the state is wild and untamed. Indeed, 41% of the state’s residents live in rural areas, which is basically everywhere that’s not Little Rock or Fayetteville.
This would seem to pose cell phone coverage challenges in Arkansas, since carriers tend to build their towers in more populated regions. Thankfully, however, Arkansas is home to good to excellent coverage from all three major carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile). Our maps will help to guide you to the best carrier network in your specific area of the state.
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What We Like
- Verizon delivers the most 4G LTE coverage (80%) in Arkansas, while AT&T runs a close second (77%)
- AT&T offers the most 5G coverage (57%) in the state, followed by T-Mobile (38%)
What We Don't Like
- Coverage can be spotty in some of the more rural areas of Arkansas, like the Ozark Mountains, and various river valleys and remote highways
- Verizon’s 5G network is still in its relative infancy in the state
Verizon offers the most 4G coverage in Arkansas, while its 5G network is small but growing in the state.
Verizon 4G Coverage in Arkansas
Verizon’s 4G LTE network spreads to a truly impressive 80% of Arkansas, besting the likes of AT&T and T-Mobile. Translation? You’re likely to get a Verizon 4G signal almost everywhere you go in the state.
Verizon 5G Coverage in Arkansas
Verizon’s statewide 5G network is far more limited in scope than its 4G network, spreading to 8% of Arkansas. That’s significantly less than both AT&T (57% ) and T-Mobile (38%). Keep in mind, however, that Verizon is working to actively expand its 5G footprint in Arkansas, so this percentage is sure to increase in the coming weeks and months.
AT&T offers the best 5G coverage, and the second-best 4G coverage, in Arkansas.
AT&T 4G Coverage in Arkansas
AT&T’s 4G network covers 77% of Arkansas’ 53,179 square miles, which is impressive when you consider how much of the state is rural. Use the map above to verify coverage in your specific area.
AT&T 5G Coverage in Arkansas
AT&T wields the most powerful 5G network in Arkansas, covering 57% of the state. Better yet, much of this 5G coverage is made up of the carrier’s so-called 5G+ spectrum, which delivers super-fast speeds, low latency times, and enhanced reliability.
T-Mobile delivers the second-most 5G coverage, and third-most 4G coverage, in the state of Arkansas.
T-Mobile 4G Coverage in Arkansas
T-Mobile’s 4G network spans across a respectable 48% of Arkansas. That’s short of what’s offered from both AT&T and Verizon, though your town may very well be covered. Use the map above to verify whether T-Mobile’s network extends to your specific area.
T-Mobile 5G Coverage in Arkansas
T-Mobile wields the second-best 5G network in Arkansas, covering 38% of the state. A portion of this 5G coverage is made up of the carrier’s 5G Ultra Capacity network, which delivers incredibly fast speeds for latency-free browsing, streaming, and gaming.
While we’ve outlined cell phone coverage from the three major U.S. cell phone carriers, it’s important to know that you aren’t limited to these companies if you need cell phone service in Arkansas. A variety of smaller carriers, or MVNOs, also operate in the state, allowing you to sign up for equivalent plans, with similar coverage, for less than you’d otherwise pay.
All of these carriers lease from the aforementioned major carrier networks to provide coverage to their customers. If you’re signed up with Spectrum Mobile, for example, you’ll have access to Verizon coverage, since the carrier runs on that network. Here are some popular MVNOs, and the networks they operate on:
Boost Mobile
Metro by T-Mobile
Networks they use
Metro by T-Mobile
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Optimum Mobile
Spectrum Mobile
Cox Mobile
Straight Talk
Networks they use
Cricket
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Visible
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Google Fi
Networks they use
Xfinity Mobile
Mint Mobile
Things to Know about Cell Phone Coverage
Cell Phone Coverage Speeds
When it comes to cell phone coverage, you don’t just need a cellular signal—you need that signal to provide adequate speed. That’s why it’s important to distinguish between 4G and 5G coverage in your area. In general, 5G provides faster speeds and greater reliability than 4G. However, that’s not always the case, as there may be instances when the speeds of these respective coverage types are actually quite similar.
How to Get the Best Cell Phone Coverage
There’s more to getting the best coverage than just signing up with the carrier that offers reliable service in the places you spend time. These include:
- Your phone: The newer and more cutting edge your device, the more likely you’ll be able to tap into the fastest speeds. Some older phones don’t have the built-in technology to connect to the fastest 5G bands, resulting in slower service. The newest 5G devices, like the Apple iPhone 16 or Samsung Galaxy S24 series don’t have this problem.
- Your software: It’s important to make sure your software is up to date, as an out-of-date operating system can translate to an inability to connect to the fastest network speeds.
- Your cell phone plan: Depending on the mobile plan you have, your data may experience deprioritization during times of network congestion. If this is consistently happening to you, it may be worth investigating whether you can sign up for a plan that includes more premium (i.e. un-deprioritized) data.
- Your location: Certain types of coverage, like high-band 5G, has difficulty penetrating solid materials, like concrete walls. As simple as it may sound, moving to an unobstructed location may help you connect to these fast networks more reliably.
Our methodology
We sourced our cell phone coverage metrics from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which collects data voluntarily submitted by the four major national carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, UScellular). Read More
The FCC incorporates standardized propagation model assumptions into its data, and notes that a user’s actual experience may vary based on end-use factors like network congestion and terrain. Read Less
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Verizon or AT&T better in Arkansas?
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Verizon offers the best 4G coverage in Arkansas, while AT&T delivers the best 5G coverage. Of course, service can vary from region to region, so we recommend verifying coverage in your specific area by using our interactive maps.
Does Arkansas have 5G?
Yes, Arkansas is home to great 5G coverage from both AT&T and T-Mobile. Verizon’s 5G coverage is more limited in Arkansas, though the carrier is working to expand it as we speak.
Does Verizon work in Arkansas?
Yes, Verizon works well in Arkansas, especially when it comes to statewide 4G coverage.
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