In the Knoxville area, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 96.1% of the Knoxville area’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.90% of Knoxville’s 815,602 residents. 5G reception covers up to 85.58% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Knoxville providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Knoxville, TN 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in the Knoxville area
Coverage:
98.19% of the Knoxville area
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 84.98%
4G: 97.99%
3G or 2G: 95.29%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in the Knoxville area
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in the Knoxville area
T-Mobile covers 98.19% of homes in the city 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 the Knoxville area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
84.98% |
48.39% |
4G |
97.99% |
74.16% |
2G or 3G |
95.29% |
62.82% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 84.98% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 13.01% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Knoxville mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in the Knoxville area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 84.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.99% of Knoxville homes. 96.20% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in the Knoxville area
Coverage:
99.78% of the Knoxville area
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.29%
4G: 99.74%
3G or 2G: 99.27%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Knoxville area
Verizon Wireless covers 99.78% of homes in the city 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 the Knoxville area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.29% |
0.04% |
4G |
99.74% |
92.08% |
2G or 3G |
99.27% |
86.42% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.29% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.45% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Knoxville mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in the Knoxville area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.29% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.74% of Knoxville homes. 98.18% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.78% of the Knoxville area
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.75%
3G or 2G: 99.11%
More about AT&T Wireless in the Knoxville area
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Knoxville area
AT&T Wireless covers 99.78% of homes in the city 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 the Knoxville area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.75% |
93.64% |
2G or 3G |
99.11% |
83.23% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.75% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Knoxville mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in the Knoxville area
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.75% of Knoxville homes. 99.11% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of the Knoxville area homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Knoxville land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Knoxville Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Knoxville, TN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, the Knoxville area ranks #908 out of 2108 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Tennessee.
Best Knoxville Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of the Knoxville area where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Knoxville, TN: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in the Knoxville area. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 84.98% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.78% of Knoxville homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Knoxville, TN
If the price of a Knoxville mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in the Knoxville area 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 Knoxville 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.
Local Mobile Providers in Knoxville, TN
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in the Knoxville area, and then partner with larger national companies to provide national service for traveling customers. We display network partners to the best of our ability but cannot guarantee coverage or charges outside of the Knoxville area and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in the Knoxville area
Coverage:
98.56% of the Knoxville area
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 17.65%
4G: 96.80%
3G or 2G: 98.47%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in the Knoxville area
US Cellular covers 98.56% of homes in the city 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 the Knoxville area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
17.65% |
4.64% |
4G |
96.80% |
74.73% |
2G or 3G |
98.47% |
87.19% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 17.65% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 79.15% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Knoxville mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in the Knoxville area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 17.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.80% of Knoxville homes. 98.47% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Appalachian Wireless in the Knoxville area
Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Knoxville area
Appalachian Wireless covers 54.18% of homes in the city 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 the Knoxville area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
54.18% |
30.04% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 54.18% of homes. We rank Appalachian Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Knoxville mobile providers.
Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in the Knoxville area
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 54.18% of Knoxville homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Knoxville, TN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Knoxville Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in the Knoxville area may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. 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 the Knoxville area covering 85.58% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.88% of the city. Overall, 99.90% of homes (815,630 people) and 96.1% of the land (3,018.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Knoxville
Knoxville 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in the Knoxville area cover 85.58% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 47.94% or 1,505.4 square miles of the Knoxville area are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Knoxville comes from T-Mobile with 84.98% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Knoxville
Knoxville 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 the Knoxville area, 99.88% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.88% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in the Knoxville area with 99.75% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in the Knoxville area for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Knoxville houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 99.78% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Knoxville land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 93.93% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 84.98% in the Knoxville area.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 99.75% of the Knoxville area.
- The top estimated average speed in the Knoxville area, estimated at 65.54, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Knoxville
If you live near Knoxville but aren’t technically in the city, 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 the Knoxville area:
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