In Dauphin County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Dauphin County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Dauphin County’s 274,515 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.66% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Dauphin County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Dauphin County, PA Top Cell Providers
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.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
Verizon Network
Data Speeds:
Same as Verizon below
Plans start at $30/mo.
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Visible offers unlimited data, talk and text for $30/month powered by Verizon.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Dauphin County
Coverage:
100.00% of Dauphin County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.38%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Dauphin County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the county 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 Dauphin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
98.38% |
86.38% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.47% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.76% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.38% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.62% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dauphin County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Dauphin County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.38% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Dauphin County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Dauphin County
Coverage:
99.91% of Dauphin County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 85.59%
4G: 99.91%
3G or 2G: 98.70%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Dauphin County
T-Mobile covers 99.91% of homes in the county 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 Dauphin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
85.59% |
75.64% |
4G |
99.91% |
96.33% |
2G or 3G |
98.70% |
80.91% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 85.59% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 14.32% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dauphin County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Dauphin County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 85.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.91% of Dauphin County homes. 99.23% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Dauphin County
Coverage:
100.00% of Dauphin County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.07%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 0.01%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Dauphin County
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the county 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 Dauphin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
0.07% |
0.00% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.64% |
2G or 3G |
0.01% |
0.04% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.07% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.93% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dauphin County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Dauphin County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Dauphin County homes. 0.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Dauphin County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Dauphin County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Dauphin County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Dauphin County, PA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Dauphin County ranks #1522 out of 4955 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Pennsylvania.
Best Dauphin County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Dauphin County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Dauphin County, PA: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Dauphin County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 98.38% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Dauphin County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Dauphin County, PA
If the price of a Dauphin County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Dauphin County 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 Dauphin County 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.
Dauphin County, PA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Dauphin County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Dauphin County may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the county. 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 Dauphin County covering 99.66% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (274,538 people) and 100.0% of the land (524.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Dauphin County
Dauphin County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Dauphin County cover 99.66% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 90.94% or 477.5 square miles of Dauphin County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Dauphin County comes from AT&T Wireless with 98.38% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Dauphin County
Dauphin County 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 Dauphin County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Dauphin County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Dauphin County for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the county, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Dauphin County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Dauphin County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.91% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 98.38% in Dauphin County.
- The top estimated average speed in Dauphin County, estimated at 70.50, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Dauphin County
If you live near Dauphin County but aren’t technically in the county, 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 Dauphin County:
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