In Albemarle, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Albemarle’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Albemarle’s 25,940 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Albemarle providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Albemarle, 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Albemarle
Coverage:
99.99% of Albemarle
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 86.16% 4G: 98.84% 3G or 2G: 99.97%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Albemarle
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% of homes in the city 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 Albemarle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
86.16% |
83.97% |
4G |
98.84% |
94.68% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
99.22% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 86.16% 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 #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Albemarle mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Albemarle
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 86.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Albemarle homes. 98.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Albemarle
Coverage:
100.00% of Albemarle
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.08% 4G: 98.54% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Albemarle
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city 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 Albemarle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.08% |
0.21% |
4G |
98.54% |
91.61% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.08% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.54% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Albemarle mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Albemarle
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.08% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.97% of Albemarle homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Albemarle
Coverage:
98.35% of Albemarle
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.51% 4G: 84.11% 3G or 2G: 96.51%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Albemarle
T-Mobile covers 98.35% of homes in the city 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 Albemarle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.51% |
80.06% |
4G |
84.11% |
60.22% |
2G or 3G |
96.51% |
85.79% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.51% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Albemarle mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Albemarle
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.51% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.43% of Albemarle homes. 97.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Albemarle homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Albemarle land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Albemarle Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Albemarle, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Albemarle ranks #1383 out of 2352 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
The northern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Albemarle where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Albemarle, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Albemarle. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 94.51% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Albemarle homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Albemarle, NC
If the price of a Albemarle mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Albemarle 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 Albemarle 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.
Albemarle, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
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Your mobile coverage in Albemarle may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. 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 Albemarle covering 97.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (25,940 people) and 100.0% of the land (113.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Albemarle
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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Albemarle cover 97.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 89.39% or 101.3 square miles of Albemarle are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Albemarle comes from T-Mobile with 94.51% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Albemarle
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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Albemarle, 99.38% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Albemarle with 99.98% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Albemarle for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Albemarle houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Albemarle land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.99% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 94.51% in Albemarle.
- The top estimated average speed in Albemarle, estimated at 67.10, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Albemarle
If you live near Albemarle but aren’t technically in the city, 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 Albemarle:
Cities close to Albemarle
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- River Haven, NC: worse coverage
- Palmerville, NC: worse coverage
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- Finger, NC: better coverage
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