In Alleghany County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.5% of Alleghany County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.85% of Alleghany County’s 10,888 residents. 5G reception covers up to 23.50% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Alleghany County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Alleghany County, 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 Alleghany County
Coverage:
0.19% of Alleghany County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.01% 4G: 0.14% 3G or 2G: 0.14%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alleghany County
Verizon Wireless covers 0.19% 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 Alleghany County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.01% |
0.02% |
4G |
0.14% |
0.12% |
2G or 3G |
0.14% |
0.10% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.14% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alleghany County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Alleghany County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.17% of Alleghany County homes. 0.10% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Alleghany County
Coverage:
30.97% of Alleghany County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.78% 4G: 2.44% 3G or 2G: 14.64%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Alleghany County
T-Mobile covers 30.97% 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 Alleghany County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.78% |
2.33% |
4G |
2.44% |
2.48% |
2G or 3G |
14.64% |
14.68% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.78% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.44% of homes. 10.42% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alleghany County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Alleghany County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.78% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 4.09% of Alleghany County homes. 29.74% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
71.63% of Alleghany County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 60.14% 3G or 2G: 11.58%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alleghany County
AT&T Wireless covers 71.63% 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 Alleghany County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
60.14% |
57.52% |
2G or 3G |
11.58% |
16.29% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 60.14% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alleghany County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Alleghany County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 67.75% of Alleghany County homes. 11.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Alleghany County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Alleghany County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Alleghany County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Alleghany County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Alleghany County ranks #2051 out of 2352 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Alleghany County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Alleghany County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Alleghany County, NC: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Alleghany County. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 67.75% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 71.63% of Alleghany County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Alleghany County, NC
If the price of a Alleghany County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Alleghany 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 Alleghany 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 Alleghany County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Alleghany 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 Alleghany County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
99.76% of Alleghany County
0.32% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 97.68% 3G or 2G: 99.76%
More about Carolina West Wireless in Alleghany County
Carolina West Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alleghany County
Carolina West Wireless covers 99.76% 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 Alleghany County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
97.68% |
94.43% |
2G or 3G |
99.76% |
99.21% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.68% of homes. 2.08% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Carolina West Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alleghany County mobile providers.
Carolina West Wireless Voice Quality in Alleghany County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.68% of Alleghany County homes. 99.76% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
US Cellular 5G available in Alleghany County
Coverage:
98.15% of Alleghany County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 22.65% 4G: 69.84% 3G or 2G: 96.78%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Alleghany County
US Cellular covers 98.15% 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 Alleghany County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
22.65% |
8.77% |
4G |
69.84% |
58.53% |
2G or 3G |
96.78% |
92.15% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 22.65% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 69.84% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alleghany County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Alleghany County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 22.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.82% of Alleghany County homes. 96.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, US Cellular service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Alleghany County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Alleghany County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Alleghany County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Alleghany 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 Alleghany County covering 23.50% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.21% of the county. Overall, 99.85% of homes (10,888 people) and 99.5% of the land (233.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Alleghany County
Alleghany County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Alleghany County cover 23.50% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 10.48% or 24.6 square miles of Alleghany County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Alleghany County comes from US Cellular with 22.65% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Alleghany County
Alleghany 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 Alleghany County, 98.56% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.21% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Carolina West Wireless has the best 4G network in Alleghany County with 97.68% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Alleghany 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 Alleghany County houses is best with service from Carolina West Wireless, with 99.76% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Alleghany County land is provided by Carolina West Wireless at 99.22% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from US Cellular reporting 22.65% in Alleghany County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Carolina West Wireless, covering 97.68% of Alleghany County.
- The top estimated average speed in Alleghany County, estimated at 44.02, Mbps is available through US Cellular.
Mobile Service Counties Near Alleghany County
If you live near Alleghany 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 Alleghany County:
Counties close to Alleghany County
- Ashe County, NC: better coverage
- Surry County, NC: better coverage
- Johnson County, TN: worse coverage
- Stokes County, NC: better coverage
- Carter County, TN: better coverage
- Sullivan County, TN: better coverage
- Rockingham County, NC: better coverage
- Washington County, TN: better coverage
- Danville City, VA: better coverage
- Caswell County, NC: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Alleghany County
- Presque Isle County, MI: better coverage
- Colfax County, NM: better coverage
- Rich County, UT: better coverage
- Kent County, MD: better coverage
- Modoc County, CA: better coverage
- Keweenaw County, MI: better coverage
- Kinney County, TX: better coverage
- Dickey County, ND: better coverage
- Koochiching County, MN: better coverage
- Cook County, MN: better coverage