In Avery County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.1% of Avery County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.62% of Avery County’s 17,806 residents. 5G reception covers up to 88.45% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Avery County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Avery 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Avery County
Coverage:
86.34% of Avery County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 81.47% 4G: 56.00% 3G or 2G: 60.47%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Avery County
T-Mobile covers 86.34% 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 Avery County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
81.47% |
60.92% |
4G |
56.00% |
34.46% |
2G or 3G |
60.47% |
48.02% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 81.47% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Avery County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Avery County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 81.47% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 83.80% of Avery County homes. 65.44% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Avery County
Coverage:
93.63% of Avery County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 3.37% 4G: 76.75% 3G or 2G: 88.14%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Avery County
AT&T Wireless covers 93.63% 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 Avery County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
3.37% |
5.52% |
4G |
76.75% |
60.44% |
2G or 3G |
88.14% |
83.50% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 3.37% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 76.75% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Avery County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Avery County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 3.37% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.49% of Avery County homes. 88.14% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Avery County
Coverage:
90.95% of Avery County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 59.76% 4G: 72.48% 3G or 2G: 80.53%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Avery County
Verizon Wireless covers 90.95% 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 Avery County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
59.76% |
44.62% |
4G |
72.48% |
59.92% |
2G or 3G |
80.53% |
73.85% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 59.76% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Avery County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Avery County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 59.76% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.84% of Avery County homes. 70.61% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Avery County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Avery County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Avery County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Avery County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Avery County ranks #1779 out of 2352 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Avery County Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Avery County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Avery County, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Avery County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 81.47% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 93.63% of Avery County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Avery County, NC
If the price of a Avery County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Avery 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 Avery 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 Avery County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Avery 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 Avery County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Carolina West Wireless 5G available in Avery County
Coverage:
98.81% of Avery County
0.32% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 56.30% 4G: 96.33% 3G or 2G: 98.78%
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Carolina West Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Avery County
Carolina West Wireless covers 98.81% 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 Avery County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
56.30% |
39.10% |
4G |
96.33% |
76.99% |
2G or 3G |
98.78% |
83.25% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 56.30% 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 Carolina West Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Avery County mobile providers.
Carolina West Wireless Voice Quality in Avery County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 56.30% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.33% of Avery County homes. 98.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
US Cellular 5G available in Avery County
Coverage:
25.63% of Avery County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.19% 4G: 7.51% 3G or 2G: 0.08%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Avery County
US Cellular covers 25.63% 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 Avery County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.19% |
0.60% |
4G |
7.51% |
3.32% |
2G or 3G |
0.08% |
0.05% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.19% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 7.32% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Avery County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Avery County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.19% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 25.63% of Avery County homes. 0.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Avery County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Avery County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Avery 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 Avery County covering 88.45% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.72% of the county. Overall, 99.62% of homes (17,806 people) and 99.1% of the land (245.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Avery County
Avery County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Avery County cover 88.45% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 71.63% or 177.2 square miles of Avery County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Avery County comes from T-Mobile with 81.47% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Avery County
Avery 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 Avery County, 97.55% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.72% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Carolina West Wireless has the best 4G network in Avery County with 96.33% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Avery 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 Avery County houses is best with service from Carolina West Wireless, with 98.81% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Avery County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 91.47% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 81.47% in Avery County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Carolina West Wireless, covering 96.33% of Avery County.
- The top estimated average speed in Avery County, estimated at 57.84, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Avery County
If you live near Avery 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 Avery County:
Counties close to Avery County
- Mitchell County, NC: worse coverage
- Yancey County, NC: worse coverage
- Unicoi County, TN: worse coverage
- Wilkes County, NC: worse coverage
- Greene County, TN: better coverage
- Cocke County, TN: better coverage
- Yadkin County, NC: better coverage
- Davie County, NC: better coverage
- Jefferson County, TN: better coverage
- Forsyth County, NC: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Avery County
- Lewis County, NY: worse coverage
- Lafayette County, WI: worse coverage
- Rosebud County, MT: worse coverage
- Hale County, AL: better coverage
- Gulf County, FL: better coverage
- Beaverhead County, MT: worse coverage
- Lanier County, GA: worse coverage
- Barton County, MO: better coverage
- Barnwell County, SC: better coverage
- Lemhi County, ID: worse coverage