In Appalachia, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.1% of Appalachia’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.90% of Appalachia’s 2,207 residents. 5G reception covers up to 72.87% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Appalachia providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Appalachia, VA 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 Appalachia
Coverage:
87.30% of Appalachia
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 75.83% 4G: 57.22% 3G or 2G: 77.46%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Appalachia
T-Mobile covers 87.30% 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 Appalachia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
75.83% |
40.60% |
4G |
57.22% |
21.76% |
2G or 3G |
77.46% |
35.57% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 75.83% 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 Appalachia mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Appalachia
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 75.83% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.85% of Appalachia homes. 77.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Appalachia
Coverage:
97.27% of Appalachia
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.01% 4G: 72.13% 3G or 2G: 93.55%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Appalachia
AT&T Wireless covers 97.27% 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 Appalachia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.01% |
2.10% |
4G |
72.13% |
69.77% |
2G or 3G |
93.55% |
97.11% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.13% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Appalachia mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Appalachia
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.87% of Appalachia homes. 93.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
94.38% of Appalachia
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 72.87% 3G or 2G: 90.81%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Appalachia
Verizon Wireless covers 94.38% of homes in the city 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 Appalachia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
72.87% |
44.77% |
2G or 3G |
90.81% |
86.84% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.87% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Appalachia mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Appalachia
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.33% of Appalachia homes. 78.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Appalachia homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Appalachia land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Appalachia Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Appalachia, VA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Appalachia ranks #2018 out of 2688 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Virginia.
Best Appalachia Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Appalachia where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Appalachia, VA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Appalachia. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 75.83% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 97.27% of Appalachia homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Appalachia, VA
If the price of a Appalachia mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Appalachia 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 Appalachia 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 Appalachia, VA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Appalachia, 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 Appalachia and the providers’ coverage areas.
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Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Appalachia
Appalachian Wireless covers 31.51% of homes in the city 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 Appalachia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
31.36% |
44.86% |
2G or 3G |
1.67% |
15.30% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 31.36% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Appalachian Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Appalachia mobile providers.
Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in Appalachia
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 31.36% of Appalachia homes. 2.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Appalachia, VA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Appalachia Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Appalachia 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 Appalachia covering 72.87% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.41% of the city. Overall, 99.90% of homes (2,207 people) and 98.1% of the land (32.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Appalachia
Appalachia 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Appalachia cover 72.87% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 40.33% or 13.2 square miles of Appalachia are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Appalachia comes from T-Mobile with 75.83% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Appalachia
Appalachia 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 Appalachia, 86.95% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.41% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Appalachia with 95.87% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Appalachia 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 Appalachia houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 97.27% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Appalachia land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 97.52% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 75.83% in Appalachia.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 95.87% of Appalachia.
- The top estimated average speed in Appalachia, estimated at 53.84, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Appalachia
If you live near Appalachia 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 Appalachia:
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