In Lenoir County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Lenoir County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Lenoir County’s 57,227 residents. 5G reception covers up to 91.90% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lenoir County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lenoir County, NC 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 Lenoir County
Coverage:
94.68% of Lenoir County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 92.47%
4G: 94.39%
3G or 2G: 85.56%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lenoir County
T-Mobile covers 94.68% 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 Lenoir County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
92.47% |
85.65% |
4G |
94.39% |
88.88% |
2G or 3G |
85.56% |
72.71% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 92.47% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.92% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lenoir County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lenoir County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 92.47% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.40% of Lenoir County homes. 88.32% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Lenoir County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.98%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lenoir 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 Lenoir County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.97% |
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 #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lenoir County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lenoir County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lenoir County homes. 97.49% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Lenoir County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.91%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lenoir County
AT&T 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 Lenoir County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.91% |
99.73% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lenoir County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lenoir County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lenoir County homes. 99.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Lenoir County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lenoir County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lenoir County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lenoir County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lenoir County ranks #1463 out of 2395 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Lenoir County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Lenoir County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lenoir County, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Lenoir County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 92.47% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Lenoir County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lenoir County, NC
If the price of a Lenoir County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lenoir 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 Lenoir 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.
Local Mobile Providers in Lenoir County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Lenoir County, 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 Lenoir County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Lenoir County
Coverage:
100.00% of Lenoir County
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.32%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Lenoir County
US Cellular 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 Lenoir County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
0.32% |
0.29% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.32% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.68% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lenoir County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Lenoir County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.32% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lenoir County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Lenoir County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lenoir County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lenoir 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 Lenoir County covering 91.90% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (57,220 people) and 100.0% of the land (399.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lenoir County
Lenoir County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Lenoir County cover 91.90% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 85.60% or 342.0 square miles of Lenoir County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lenoir County comes from T-Mobile with 92.47% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lenoir County
Lenoir 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 Lenoir 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 US Cellular has the best 4G network in Lenoir County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lenoir 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 Lenoir County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and US Cellular, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lenoir County land is provided by Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and US Cellular at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 92.47% in Lenoir County.
- The top estimated average speed in Lenoir County, estimated at 66.42, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Lenoir County
If you live near Lenoir 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 Lenoir County:
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