In Delaware County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Delaware County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Delaware County’s 563,527 residents. 5G reception covers up to 93.50% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Delaware County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Delaware County, PA Top Cell Providers

Mint

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.

Visible

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

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Delaware County


Coverage:

100.00% of Delaware County

98.83% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 88.84%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Delaware 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 Delaware County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
88.84%
72.67%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 88.84% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 11.16% 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 Delaware County mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Delaware County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 88.84% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Delaware County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Delaware County


Coverage:

100.00% of Delaware County

99.34% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 80.59%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 99.93%


Plans start at $30/mo.

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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Delaware County

T-Mobile 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 Delaware County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
80.59%
68.17%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
99.93%
99.36%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 80.59% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 19.41% 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 Delaware County mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Delaware County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 80.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Delaware County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

100.00% of Delaware County

98.82% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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More about Verizon Wireless in Delaware County

Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Delaware County

Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the county with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Delaware County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% 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 Delaware County mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Delaware County

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Delaware County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Delaware County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Delaware County land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Delaware County Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Delaware County, PA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Delaware County ranks #3036 out of 4955 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Pennsylvania.

Map of the fastest cell company in Delaware County

Best Delaware County Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The southern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Delaware County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Delaware 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 Delaware County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 88.84% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Delaware County homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Delaware County, PA

If the price of a Delaware County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Delaware 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 Delaware County wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.


Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above


Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above


Visible

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above


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.

 

Delaware County, PA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Delaware County

Delaware County Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Delaware 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 Delaware County covering 93.50% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (563,557 people) and 100.0% of the land (183.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Delaware County

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Delaware County

Delaware County 5G Coverage Key

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50%
100%

5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Delaware County cover 93.50% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 84.08% or 154.6 square miles of Delaware County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Delaware County comes from AT&T Wireless with 88.84% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Delaware County

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Delaware County

Delaware County 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Delaware County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Delaware County with 100.00% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Delaware 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 Delaware County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile, with 100.00% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Delaware County land is provided by Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile at 100.00% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 88.84% in Delaware County.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile, covering 100.00% of Delaware County.
  • The top estimated average speed in Delaware County, estimated at 67.54, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.

 

Mobile Service Near Delaware County

If you live near Delaware 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 Delaware County:

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