In Delaware, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Delaware’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Delaware’s 949,495 residents. 5G reception covers up to 96.92% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Delaware providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Delaware 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


Coverage:

99.95% of Delaware

98.83% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 93.94%

4G: 99.95%

3G or 2G: 99.95%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Delaware

AT&T Wireless covers 99.95% of homes in the state 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) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
93.94%
82.18%
4G
99.95%
99.92%
2G or 3G
99.95%
99.92%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 93.94% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 6.01% 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 mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Delaware

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 93.94% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.95% of Delaware homes. 99.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Delaware


Coverage:

99.92% of Delaware

99.34% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 78.92%

4G: 99.90%

3G or 2G: 98.67%


Plans start at $30/mo.

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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Delaware

T-Mobile covers 99.92% of homes in the state 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) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
78.92%
70.15%
4G
99.90%
99.04%
2G or 3G
98.67%
92.88%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.92% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 20.98% 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 mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Delaware

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.92% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.90% of Delaware homes. 99.27% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless 5G available in Delaware


Coverage:

99.98% of Delaware

98.82% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 0.02%

4G: 99.97%

3G or 2G: 99.91%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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More about Verizon Wireless in Delaware

Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Delaware

Verizon Wireless covers 99.98% of homes in the state 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) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
0.02%
0.01%
4G
99.97%
99.95%
2G or 3G
99.91%
99.89%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.02% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.95% 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 mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Delaware

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.02% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.97% of Delaware homes. 99.89% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

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

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Delaware Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Delaware. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Delaware ranks #11 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.

Map of the fastest cell company in Delaware

Best Delaware Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The northwestern parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Delaware where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Delaware: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Delaware. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 93.94% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.98% of Delaware homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Delaware

If the price of a Delaware mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Delaware 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 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 Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Delaware

Delaware Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Delaware may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the state. 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 covering 96.92% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the state. Overall, 99.99% of homes (949,507 people) and 100.0% of the land (1,948.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Delaware

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Delaware

Delaware 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Delaware cover 96.92% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 90.09% or 1,755.6 square miles of Delaware are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Delaware comes from AT&T Wireless with 93.94% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Delaware

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Delaware

Delaware 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, 99.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Delaware with 99.97% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Delaware for You

If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the state, some of these facts may help you decide:

  • Coverage to Delaware houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.98% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Delaware land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.96% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 93.94% in Delaware.
  • The top estimated average speed in Delaware, estimated at 69.10, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.

 

Mobile Service Near Delaware

If you live near Delaware but aren’t technically in the state, 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:

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