In 28790, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 96.2% of 28790’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.74% of 28790’s 2,991 residents. 5G reception covers up to 79.37% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the 28790 providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
28790, NC Top Cell Providers
Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $29/mo.
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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access
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. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
T-Mobile 5G available in 28790
Coverage:
85.38% of 28790
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 79.49% 4G: 68.55% 3G or 2G: 72.65%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in 28790
T-Mobile covers 85.38% of homes in the zip 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 28790) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
79.49% |
61.46% |
4G |
68.55% |
41.06% |
2G or 3G |
72.65% |
50.42% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 79.49% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% 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 28790 mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in 28790
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 79.49% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 85.03% of 28790 homes. 81.37% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
97.90% of 28790
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 95.39% 3G or 2G: 88.02%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in 28790
AT&T Wireless covers 97.90% of homes in the zip 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 28790) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
95.39% |
84.82% |
2G or 3G |
88.02% |
77.05% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.39% 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 28790 mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in 28790
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.85% of 28790 homes. 88.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in 28790
Coverage:
98.74% of 28790
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 49.90% 4G: 86.71% 3G or 2G: 96.71%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in 28790
Verizon Wireless covers 98.74% of homes in the zip 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 28790) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
49.90% |
36.49% |
4G |
86.71% |
72.64% |
2G or 3G |
96.71% |
90.05% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 49.90% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% 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 28790 mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in 28790
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 49.90% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.56% of 28790 homes. 89.11% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of 28790 homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as 28790 land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the 28790 Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in 28790, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, 28790 ranks #1967 out of 2352 zip codes for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best 28790 Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the zip feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of 28790 where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in 28790, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in 28790. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 79.49% of the zip. Cell service of any type reaches 98.74% of 28790 homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in 28790, NC
If the price of a 28790 mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in 28790 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 28790 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 28790, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in 28790, 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 28790 and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in 28790
Coverage:
60.73% of 28790
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 8.36% 4G: 28.34% 3G or 2G: 60.56%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in 28790
US Cellular covers 60.73% of homes in the zip 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 28790) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
8.36% |
1.98% |
4G |
28.34% |
13.42% |
2G or 3G |
60.56% |
42.86% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 8.36% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 28.34% of homes. 23.86% 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 28790 mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in 28790
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 8.36% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 50.39% of 28790 homes. 60.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
28790, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
28790 Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in 28790 may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the zip. 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 28790 covering 79.37% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.70% of the zip. Overall, 98.74% of homes (2,991 people) and 96.2% of the land (42.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in 28790
28790 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in 28790 cover 79.37% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 61.45% or 27.3 square miles of 28790 are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in 28790 comes from T-Mobile with 79.49% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in 28790
28790 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 28790, 95.86% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.69% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in 28790 with 98.56% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in 28790 for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the zip, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to 28790 houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 98.74% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all 28790 land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 96.20% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 79.49% in 28790.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 98.56% of 28790.
- The top estimated average speed in 28790, estimated at 56.44, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Zip Codes Near 28790
If you live near 28790 but aren’t technically in the zip, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
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