In Ritchie County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 92.9% of Ritchie County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 96.24% of Ritchie County’s 9,932 residents. 5G reception covers up to 40.52% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ritchie County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ritchie County, WV 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 Ritchie County
Coverage:
86.08% of Ritchie County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 34.95%
4G: 85.97%
3G or 2G: 69.60%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Ritchie County
T-Mobile covers 86.08% 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 Ritchie County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
34.95% |
15.17% |
4G |
85.97% |
69.28% |
2G or 3G |
69.60% |
39.35% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 34.95% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 51.02% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ritchie County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Ritchie County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 34.95% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 85.97% of Ritchie County homes. 78.34% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Ritchie County
Coverage:
95.26% of Ritchie County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 25.64%
4G: 83.61%
3G or 2G: 95.25%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ritchie County
AT&T Wireless covers 95.26% 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 Ritchie County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
25.64% |
13.22% |
4G |
83.61% |
68.41% |
2G or 3G |
95.25% |
90.95% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 25.64% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 57.97% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ritchie County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ritchie County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 25.64% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 83.61% of Ritchie County homes. 95.25% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
85.46% of Ritchie County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 85.04%
3G or 2G: 74.47%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ritchie County
Verizon Wireless covers 85.46% 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 Ritchie County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
85.04% |
61.23% |
2G or 3G |
74.47% |
42.66% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 85.04% 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 Ritchie County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Ritchie County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 85.04% of Ritchie County homes. 74.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ritchie County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ritchie County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ritchie County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ritchie County, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ritchie County ranks #1240 out of 2262 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.
Best Ritchie County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Ritchie County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ritchie County, WV: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Ritchie County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 34.95% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 95.26% of Ritchie County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ritchie County, WV
If the price of a Ritchie County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ritchie 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 Ritchie 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.
Ritchie County, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Ritchie County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ritchie 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 Ritchie County covering 40.52% of homes in the area while 4G covers 88.61% of the county. Overall, 96.24% of homes (9,955 people) and 92.9% of the land (419.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ritchie County
Ritchie County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Ritchie County cover 40.52% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 23.74% or 107.3 square miles of Ritchie County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Ritchie County comes from T-Mobile with 34.95% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ritchie County
Ritchie 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 Ritchie County, 88.61% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 88.61% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Ritchie County with 85.97% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ritchie 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 Ritchie County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 95.26% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ritchie County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 90.95% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 34.95% in Ritchie County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 85.97% of Ritchie County.
- The top estimated average speed in Ritchie County, estimated at 45.22, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Ritchie County
If you live near Ritchie 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 Ritchie County:
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