In New Bern, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of New Bern’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.97% of New Bern’s 52,325 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.65% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the New Bern providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
New Bern, 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 New Bern
Coverage:
99.91% of New Bern
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.65%
4G: 99.91%
3G or 2G: 98.69%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in New Bern
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in New Bern
T-Mobile covers 99.91% 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 New Bern) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.65% |
96.07% |
4G |
99.91% |
98.58% |
2G or 3G |
98.69% |
86.18% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.65% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.26% 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 New Bern mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in New Bern
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.91% of New Bern homes. 99.19% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.91% of New Bern
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.87%
3G or 2G: 99.78%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in New Bern
Verizon Wireless covers 99.91% 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 New Bern) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.87% |
99.91% |
2G or 3G |
99.78% |
99.80% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.87% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among New Bern mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in New Bern
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.87% of New Bern homes. 98.25% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.80% of New Bern
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.80%
3G or 2G: 99.79%
More about AT&T Wireless in New Bern
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in New Bern
AT&T Wireless covers 99.80% 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 New Bern) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.80% |
99.57% |
2G or 3G |
99.79% |
97.68% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.80% 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 New Bern mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in New Bern
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.80% of New Bern homes. 99.79% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of New Bern homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as New Bern land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the New Bern Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in New Bern, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, New Bern ranks #707 out of 2395 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best New Bern Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of New Bern where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in New Bern, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in New Bern. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.65% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.91% of New Bern homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in New Bern, NC
If the price of a New Bern mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in New Bern 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 New Bern 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 New Bern, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in New Bern, 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 New Bern and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
99.78% of New Bern
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.72%
3G or 2G: 99.78%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about US Cellular in New Bern
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in New Bern
US Cellular 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 New Bern) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.72% |
96.18% |
2G or 3G |
99.78% |
98.64% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.72% of homes. 0.06% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among New Bern mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in New Bern
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.72% of New Bern homes. 99.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
New Bern, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
New Bern Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in New Bern 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 New Bern covering 99.65% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.97% of the city. Overall, 99.97% of homes (52,308 people) and 100.0% of the land (178.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in New Bern
New Bern 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in New Bern cover 99.65% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 96.07% or 171.5 square miles of New Bern are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in New Bern comes from T-Mobile with 99.65% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in New Bern
New Bern 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 New Bern, 99.97% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.97% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in New Bern with 99.91% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in New Bern 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 New Bern houses is best with service from T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless, with 99.91% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all New Bern land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.92% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.65% in New Bern.
- The top estimated average speed in New Bern, estimated at 70.86, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near New Bern
If you live near New Bern 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 New Bern:
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