In Onslow County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Onslow County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.96% of Onslow County’s 193,912 residents. 5G reception covers up to 98.04% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Onslow County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Onslow 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 Onslow County
Coverage:
99.91% of Onslow County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.04%
4G: 99.91%
3G or 2G: 93.75%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in Onslow County
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Onslow County
T-Mobile covers 99.91% 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 Onslow County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
98.04% |
98.31% |
4G |
99.91% |
99.24% |
2G or 3G |
93.75% |
70.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.04% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.87% 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 Onslow County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Onslow County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.04% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.91% of Onslow County homes. 95.27% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.85% of Onslow County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.84%
3G or 2G: 99.70%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Onslow County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Onslow County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.85% 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 Onslow County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
99.84% |
99.49% |
2G or 3G |
99.70% |
99.46% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.84% 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 Onslow County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Onslow County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.84% of Onslow County homes. 98.84% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.68% of Onslow County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.68%
3G or 2G: 99.67%
More about AT&T Wireless in Onslow County
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Onslow County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.68% 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 Onslow County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
99.68% |
99.66% |
2G or 3G |
99.67% |
99.06% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.68% 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 Onslow County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Onslow County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.68% of Onslow County homes. 99.67% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Onslow County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Onslow County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Onslow County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Onslow County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Onslow County ranks #1066 out of 2395 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Onslow County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Onslow County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Onslow County, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Onslow County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 98.04% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.91% of Onslow County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Onslow County, NC
If the price of a Onslow County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Onslow 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 Onslow 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 Onslow County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Onslow 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 Onslow County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
99.59% of Onslow County
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.67%
3G or 2G: 99.36%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about US Cellular in Onslow County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Onslow County
US Cellular covers 99.59% 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 Onslow County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
98.67% |
90.95% |
2G or 3G |
99.36% |
93.25% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.67% of homes. 0.69% 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 Onslow County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Onslow County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.67% of Onslow County homes. 99.36% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Onslow County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Onslow County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Onslow 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 Onslow County covering 98.04% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.96% of the county. Overall, 99.96% of homes (193,929 people) and 100.0% of the land (738.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Onslow County
Onslow County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Onslow County cover 98.04% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 98.31% or 726.6 square miles of Onslow County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Onslow County comes from T-Mobile with 98.04% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Onslow County
Onslow 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 Onslow County, 99.96% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.96% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Onslow County with 99.91% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Onslow 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 Onslow County houses is best with service from T-Mobile, with 99.91% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Onslow County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.76% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 98.04% in Onslow County.
- The top estimated average speed in Onslow County, estimated at 70.36, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Onslow County
If you live near Onslow 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 Onslow County:
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