AT&T announced today it has invested more than $1.1 billion in its Arizona network infrastructure from 2020-2024 to connect more people. This includes nearly $775 million in the Phoenix area.
These investments focus on expanding access to fiber internet, enhancing 5G coverage, and supporting first responders through FirstNet.
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FirstNet has the largest network footprint in the country, covering more first responders than competing commercial networks. In Arizona, AT&T is connecting public safety agencies and organizations in nearly 260 localities across the state.
From rural communities to urban areas, AT&T’s overall wireless voice and data network covers more than 99% of all Americans, including Arizona. AT&T also upgraded network performance in high traffic areas, like airports, stadiums and venues, including PHX Arena and Desert Diamond Arena.
- Expanding Access to Fiber:
- AT&T bringing AT&T Fiber to Phoenix and Tucson. AT&T has reached an agreement to acquire substantially all of Lumen’s Mass Markets fiber business for $5.75 billion, subject to purchase price adjustments. This transaction will enable AT&T to significantly expand access to AT&T Fiber outside of AT&T’s traditional wireline operating region. Learn more.
- AT&T is also bringing AT&T Fiber to Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert. Through a joint venture with BlackRock, AT&T plans to serve customers outside of AT&T’s traditional service areas through Gigapower.
- AT&T and PRIME FIBER are extending their open-access fiber partnership in Sun City and Peoria.
