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For as big and varied as its landscape is, Oklahoma is home to generally excellent cell phone coverage from the major carriers. Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile all moved into the state early on in the history of cellular technology, and their towers are all over the place.
By the numbers, AT&T offers the most wide-ranging 4G and 5G coverage in Oklahoma, though Verizon and T-Mobile hold their own in the state as well. In this article, we’ll discuss these rankings, and show you how to use our maps to figure out how the carrier networks fare in the places you actually spend time.
Read on as we tell you which of the major carriers (Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T) offer the best coverage in Oklahoma.
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What We Like
- Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T all offer decent to excellent cell phone coverage in Oklahoma
- AT&T delivers both the most 4G coverage in the state, while T-Mobile delivers the most 5G
What We Don't Like
- 4G and 5G coverage can be spotty in some of the more rural and rugged regions of Oklahoma, including the Little Dixie area and the Wichita and Arbuckle Mountains
- Verizon is still working to build out its 5G network, but still have a ways to go
Verizon operates a reliable 4G LTE network, and a (very) small but growing 5G network, in Oklahoma. Check the coverage map below to see whether Verizon offers a reliable signal in your specific area (we recommend zooming in).
Verizon 4G Coverage in Oklahoma
Verizon wields a mostly solid 4G network in Oklahoma, covering 54% of the state. This makes Verizon a good carrier to go with if you want a reliable cell phone signal in most places in Oklahoma.
Verizon 5G Coverage in Oklahoma
Verizon’s statewide 5G network is far more limited in scope than its 4G network, spreading to around 12% of the state. However, the carrier is aggressively expanding its 5G footprint as we speak, so this percentage is sure to increase in the coming weeks and months.
It should also be noted that in some cases, the 5G signal you get from Verizon may be superior to that of its competitors, since it’s partly made up of super-fast 5G Ultra-Wideband.
AT&T is the 4G coverage king in Oklahoma, reaching more of the state with than any other carrier.
AT&T 4G Coverage in Oklahoma
AT&T’s 4G coverage network covers an impressive 85% of Oklahoma’s 68,596 square miles. That’s about 8% more than nearest competitor T-Mobile.
AT&T 5G Coverage in Oklahoma
AT&T is similarly impressive when it comes to its 5G coverage reach, as the carrier spans 51% of the state with its network. Better still, a good percentage 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 makes a strong showing in Oklahoma, offering the second-most 4G and 5G coverage in the state, behind AT&T.
T-Mobile 4G Coverage in Oklahoma
T-Mobile’s 4G network spans across 77% of Oklahoma which, while far shy of the 85% offered by AT&T, is still impressive. T-Mobile’s 4G network is present in all of Oklahoma’s major and minor cities and towns, so you’re unlikely to experience any signal drops in those places.
T-Mobile 5G Coverage in Oklahoma
T-Mobile wields the second-most powerful 5G network in Oklahoma, covering an excellent 51% 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 Oklahoma. 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
Networks they use
Optimum Mobile
Spectrum Mobile
Cox Mobile
Straight Talk
Networks they use
Cricket
Networks they use
Visible
Networks they use
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
Which phone carrier offers the most coverage in Oklahoma?
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AT&T delivers the most 4G coverage coverage in the Sooner State, while T-Mobile offers the most 5G.
How do I find out the best cell coverage in my area of Oklahoma?
To determine the best cell phone service in your area of Oklahoma, we recommend taking a look at our 4G and 5G coverage maps and zooming in to inspect your local area.
Is T-Mobile service good in Oklahoma?
Yes, T-Mobile delivers solid 4G and 5G coverage in Oklahoma, ranking second behind state coverage leader AT&T.
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