In Highlands County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Highlands County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Highlands County’s 102,101 residents. 5G reception covers up to 85.96% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Highlands County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Highlands County, FL 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 Highlands County
Coverage:
100.00% of Highlands County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 85.32%
4G: 99.94%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Highlands 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 Highlands County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
85.32% |
77.73% |
4G |
99.94% |
99.09% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 85.32% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 14.62% 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 Highlands County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Highlands County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 85.32% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.94% of Highlands County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Highlands County
Coverage:
99.76% of Highlands County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 28.89%
4G: 99.73%
3G or 2G: 98.61%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Highlands County
T-Mobile covers 99.76% 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 Highlands County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
28.89% |
32.68% |
4G |
99.73% |
96.08% |
2G or 3G |
98.61% |
79.67% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 28.89% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 70.84% 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 Highlands County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Highlands County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 28.89% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.74% of Highlands County homes. 99.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Highlands 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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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Highlands 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 Highlands County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.79% |
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 Highlands County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Highlands County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Highlands County homes. 90.79% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Highlands County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Highlands County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Highlands County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Highlands County, FL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Highlands County ranks #1641 out of 2182 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Florida.
Best Highlands County Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Highlands County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Highlands County, FL: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Highlands County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 85.32% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Highlands County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Highlands County, FL
If the price of a Highlands County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Highlands 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 Highlands 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.
Highlands County, FL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Highlands County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Highlands 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 Highlands County covering 85.96% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (102,104 people) and 100.0% of the land (1,016.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Highlands County
Highlands County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Highlands County cover 85.96% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 81.23% or 825.8 square miles of Highlands County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Highlands County comes from AT&T Wireless with 85.32% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Highlands County
Highlands 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 Highlands County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Highlands County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Highlands 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 Highlands County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Highlands County land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 85.32% in Highlands County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Highlands County.
- The top estimated average speed in Highlands County, estimated at 66.43, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Highlands County
If you live near Highlands 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 Highlands County:
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