Verizon Wireless is one of three major mobile providers in the United States, serving 51 states or territories, including District of Columbia, Rhode Island, and Nebraska with the most Verizon Wireless coverage. Learn more about Verizon’s cell coverage and availability on this page. The latest Verizon Wireless coverage maps for 5G and 4G are also available below.
Can I get Verizon Wireless cell service in my area?
The easiest way to find out if you have Verizon Wireless coverage near you is to call the number or click the link below.
Verizon Wireless covers approximately 322,291,111 people across the US. You can enter your zip code below to check local availability or scroll down to explore Verizon’s coverage maps:
Verizon Wireless Coverage Maps
On the maps below you can see Verizon Wireless’s coverage area for the United States. Darker areas have faster cell service like Verizon 5G. Lighter areas may be covered by 4G only, and very light or grey areas may not have Verizon data service available at all.
Verizon National Coverage Key
Verizon Wireless has some 2G/3G, 4G or 5G cellular technology covering 80.47% of the country’s land area– that’s 2,829,461 square miles of cell coverage nationally for Verizon for all the geography fans out there.
Nationally, Verizon Wireless ranks #3 for overall coverage amongst the big three cell providers.
Verizon 5G Coverage Map
Verizon 5G Coverage Key
Verizon Wireless covers about 0.49% of the US with 5G. Verizon and other providers continue to build more 5G towers across the country and many metropolitan areas are already blanketed by their emerging network. Cities such as Dewey Beach, DE, Hoboken, NJ, and Linndale, OH are cities where Verizon Wireless’s 5G network is strongest.
Compared to T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless, Verizon Wireless ranks #3 for 5G coverage nationally.
Verizon 4G Coverage Map
Verizon 4G Coverage Key
4G is slowly being replaced by 5G in most areas of the country. Verizon Wireless still maintains a sizable 4G network across the country, covering 98.52% of the United States. Cities Verizon serves with 4G coverage over 99% include Dallas, TX, Houston, TX, and Philadelphia, PA.
Compared to T-Mobile and AT&T, Verizon Wireless ranks #2 overall for 4G coverage.
Where does Verizon Wireless have the best coverage?
Still trying to determine whether Verizon Wireless has great coverage near you? The table below shows Verizon Wireless’s coverage and 5G availability in each state. Click on a state to view more detailed information about Verizon Wireless’s coverage there:
State |
Verizon Overall Coverage |
Verizon 5G Coverage |
Square Mileage Covered (Any Technology) |
|---|---|---|---|
99.93% |
0.53% |
13,106,241.68 miles squared |
|
99.83% |
0.61% |
24,586,523.06 miles squared |
|
99.92% |
0.29% |
5,331,220.40 miles squared |
|
99.86% |
0.75% |
4,352,317.68 miles squared |
|
99.82% |
0.45% |
4,274,670.92 miles squared |
|
99.74% |
0.83% |
5,383,324.71 miles squared |
|
99.85% |
0.97% |
4,013,102.30 miles squared |
|
99.98% |
0.39% |
5,745,376.44 miles squared |
|
99.73% |
0.23% |
4,755,809.11 miles squared |
|
99.74% |
0.94% |
5,411,599.51 miles squared |
|
99.99% |
0.89% |
734,322.47 miles squared |
|
99.75% |
0.40% |
3,775,521.25 miles squared |
|
99.68% |
0.41% |
5,013,855.49 miles squared |
|
99.71% |
0.90% |
9,963,113.34 miles squared |
|
99.94% |
0.38% |
774,948.23 miles squared |
What cities and zips does Verizon Wireless have the best coverage in?
Verizon Wireless has coverage in 54,046 cities, and 32,640 zip codes. For your convenience, we’ve listed some of the cities and zip codes that Verizon Wireless serves best. Click on one of the cities below or enter your own zip code above to get more information about Verizon cell coverage near you:
City |
Verizon Overall Coverage |
Verizon 5G Coverage |
Square Mileage Covered (Any Technology) |
|---|---|---|---|
99.98% |
1.11% |
2,239.54 miles squared |
|
99.99% |
0.83% |
19,163.99 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
1.12% |
22,143.67 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
1.07% |
33,433.19 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
1.12% |
78,254.52 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.74% |
14,724.66 miles squared |
|
99.88% |
0.51% |
77,872.31 miles squared |
|
99.96% |
0.60% |
4,780.13 miles squared |
|
99.98% |
0.79% |
6,063.25 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.69% |
24,023.16 miles squared |
|
99.95% |
0.55% |
2,468.37 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.48% |
44,384.55 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.01% |
11,226.83 miles squared |
|
99.98% |
1.94% |
12,833.28 miles squared |
|
99.96% |
0.24% |
6,151.00 miles squared |
Zip |
Verizon Overall Coverage |
Verizon 5G Coverage |
Square Mileage Covered (Any Technology) |
|---|---|---|---|
100.00% |
0.03% |
2,986.81 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.46% |
4,084.15 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.17% |
262.95 miles squared |
|
99.98% |
1.67% |
3,170.29 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.11% |
680.20 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
3.16% |
428.59 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.00% |
3,065.14 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.28% |
361.49 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.00% |
885.27 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.00% |
981.02 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
1.12% |
5,004.67 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
1.64% |
253.98 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
1.50% |
231.02 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
1.07% |
593.74 miles squared |
|
100.00% |
0.00% |
2,461.26 miles squared |
Which states does Verizon Wireless have poor coverage in?
Verizon Wireless has coverage in 51 states or territories but, like all carriers, performs better in certain states such as those listed above. In the list below you’ll find the states where Verizon Wireless has poor coverage such as West Virginia, Kentucky, and Alaska. This doesn’t mean that you can’t get Verizon coverage in your state! It just means that, depending on your location, other major providers might have better coverage.
State |
Verizon Overall Coverage |
Verizon 5G Coverage |
Square Mileage Covered (Any Technology) |
|---|---|---|---|
97.62% |
0.00% |
11,445,608.85 miles squared |
|
99.51% |
0.00% |
8,474,100.48 miles squared |
|
98.56% |
0.00% |
11,454,497.69 miles squared |
|
99.42% |
0.00% |
2,449,020.30 miles squared |
|
99.77% |
0.01% |
844,772.90 miles squared |
|
99.80% |
0.00% |
594,078.39 miles squared |
|
99.45% |
0.53% |
5,823,978.72 miles squared |
|
90.98% |
0.00% |
1,511,932.66 miles squared |
|
99.44% |
0.24% |
10,876,595.01 miles squared |
|
99.56% |
0.25% |
6,407,937.11 miles squared |
|
98.39% |
0.28% |
6,463,162.92 miles squared |
|
99.66% |
0.02% |
7,831,567.00 miles squared |
|
97.22% |
0.32% |
3,575,793.14 miles squared |
|
99.35% |
0.07% |
5,179,925.37 miles squared |
|
98.85% |
0.26% |
6,402,342.63 miles squared |
Again, the best way to find out which carrier covers your area best is to enter your zip code or call the number above. You can also view our guides to coverage for T-Mobile and AT&T to help decide between the three major mobile carriers you probably have access to in your area.