In Sampson County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Sampson County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Sampson County’s 63,561 residents. 5G reception covers up to 85.89% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Sampson County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Sampson 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 Sampson County
Coverage:
90.33% of Sampson County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 87.05%
4G: 89.02%
3G or 2G: 77.63%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Sampson County
T-Mobile covers 90.33% 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 Sampson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
87.05% |
76.07% |
4G |
89.02% |
79.57% |
2G or 3G |
77.63% |
60.34% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 87.05% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.97% 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 Sampson County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Sampson County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 87.05% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 89.02% of Sampson County homes. 78.45% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Sampson County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.30%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Sampson 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 Sampson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.30% |
97.86% |
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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Sampson County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Sampson County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Sampson County homes. 99.30% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Sampson County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.95%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Sampson 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 Sampson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.95% |
99.68% |
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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Sampson County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Sampson County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Sampson County homes. 99.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Sampson County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Sampson County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Sampson County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Sampson County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Sampson County ranks #1617 out of 2395 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Sampson County Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Sampson County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Sampson County, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Sampson County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 87.05% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Sampson County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Sampson County, NC
If the price of a Sampson County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Sampson 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 Sampson 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 Sampson County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Sampson 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 Sampson County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Sampson County
Coverage:
97.69% of Sampson County
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 14.05%
4G: 92.07%
3G or 2G: 97.69%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Sampson County
US Cellular covers 97.69% 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 Sampson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
14.05% |
5.64% |
4G |
92.07% |
92.57% |
2G or 3G |
97.69% |
97.50% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 14.05% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 78.02% of homes. 0.00% 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 Sampson County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Sampson County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 14.05% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.07% of Sampson County homes. 97.69% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Sampson County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Sampson County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Sampson 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 Sampson County covering 85.89% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (63,564 people) and 100.0% of the land (945.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Sampson County
Sampson County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Sampson County cover 85.89% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 76.00% or 718.2 square miles of Sampson County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Sampson County comes from T-Mobile with 87.05% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Sampson County
Sampson 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 Sampson County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Sampson County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Sampson 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 Sampson County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Sampson County land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 87.05% in Sampson County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Sampson County.
- The top estimated average speed in Sampson County, estimated at 62.59, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Sampson County
If you live near Sampson 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 Sampson County:
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