Best Phone Coverage & Plans in Faulkton, South Dakota 57438

Explore the dynamics of wireless coverage in Faulkton, SD, 57438, as we delve into a comprehensive comparison of major carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Discover which provider offers the most robust and reliable service in this South Dakota locale.

We determine the best network using FCC data and crowdsourced insights from a leading network intelligence community.

Best Phone Network in Faulkton, SD, 57438

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Overview of Phone Networks in Faulkton, South Dakota, 57438

Verizon coverage in Faulkton, SD, 57438

Verizon offers decent coverage in Faulkton, with average speeds around 30 Mbps and median speeds slightly higher at 35 Mbps. Latency is generally low, averaging about 40 ms, which is good for most online activities. The 10th percentile speed falls around 10 Mbps, while the 90th percentile can reach up to 60 Mbps, ensuring a range of experiences depending on your location. Verizon provides solid 4G coverage, but its 5G availability is limited. The consistency percentage for reliable connections is about 85%, which means most users can expect a stable experience. Multi-server latency and jitter are also manageable, making for a reasonable choice for streaming and video calls.

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AT&T coverage in Faulkton, SD, 57438

AT&T stands out as the best network in Faulkton, offering average speeds around 40 Mbps, with median speeds closer to 45 Mbps. Latency is impressive at around 35 ms, supporting smooth video calls and streaming. The 10th percentile speed is about 15 Mbps, while the 90th percentile can go up to 70 Mbps, ensuring good performance for most users. AT&T provides extensive 4G coverage and a growing 5G network. The consistency percentage is high at 90%, meaning you can expect reliable service. Multi-server latency and jitter are low, making it an excellent choice for high-demand applications.

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T-Mobile coverage in Faulkton, SD, 57438

T-Mobile provides coverage in Faulkton, but it’s not as strong as AT&T. Average speeds are around 25 Mbps, with median speeds slightly better at about 30 Mbps. Latency is higher, averaging around 50 ms, which may impact video calls and streaming. The 10th percentile speed is around 8 Mbps, while the 90th percentile can reach 55 Mbps. T-Mobile has decent 4G coverage, but its 5G network is less developed in this area. The consistency percentage sits at about 80%, indicating some variability in service quality. Multi-server latency and jitter can be higher, which may affect your experience during peak usage times.

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Comparison of Premium Unlimited Plans

	AT&T	T-MOBILE	VERIZON	US MOBILE
1 Line	$96/line	$105/line	$100/line	$35/line
3+ Lines	$50.99/line	$70/line	$75/line	$35/line
Monthly Fees	$20/line	Incl’d	$21/line	Incl’d
One-time Fees	$35/line	$35/line	$35/line	None
Hotspot	60GB	50GB	60GB	50GB
Int’l calls	$11.49/min	$5/min	$10/mo	Free
Int’l texts	Free	Free	Free	Free
Intn’l Roaming	Unlt’d Talk, Text & 10GB	Unlt’d Talk, Text & 5GB	Unlt’d Talk, Text & 2G	1000 mins, texts & 10GB
Perks	None	None	$10 credit for Disney+, Netflix OR Max	Pick any 1 for Free

Basic Unlimited Plans Comparisons

	AT&T	T-MOBILE	VERIZON	US MOBILE
1 Line	$75.99/line	$65/line	$75/line	$17.5/line
3+ Lines	$55.99/line	$50/line	$50/line	$17.5/line
Fast Hotspot	5GB	0GB	0GB	5GB

Non Unlimited Plans Comparisons

	AT&T	T-MOBILE	VERIZON	US MOBILE
Talk & Text	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Data	4GB	10GB	0.5GB	2GB
Price	$60/line	$40/line	$50/line	$8/line
Customizable Plans	No	No	No	From $3.5/mo.

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