In Balsam Grove, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 80.6% of Balsam Grove’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 77.22% of Balsam Grove’s 742 residents. 5G reception covers up to 55.91% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Balsam Grove providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Balsam Grove, 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 Balsam Grove
Coverage:
57.34% of Balsam Grove
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 56.22% 4G: 17.68% 3G or 2G: 38.64%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Balsam Grove
T-Mobile covers 57.34% 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 Balsam Grove) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
56.22% |
37.39% |
4G |
17.68% |
9.20% |
2G or 3G |
38.64% |
22.51% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 56.22% 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 Balsam Grove mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Balsam Grove
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 56.22% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 56.00% of Balsam Grove homes. 38.86% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Balsam Grove
Coverage:
68.62% of Balsam Grove
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.23% 4G: 27.13% 3G or 2G: 47.95%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Balsam Grove
Verizon Wireless covers 68.62% 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 Balsam Grove) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.23% |
0.64% |
4G |
27.13% |
40.32% |
2G or 3G |
47.95% |
58.29% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.23% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 27.13% 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 Balsam Grove mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Balsam Grove
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.23% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 66.86% of Balsam Grove homes. 24.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
73.69% of Balsam Grove
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 23.26% 3G or 2G: 73.58%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Balsam Grove
AT&T Wireless covers 73.69% 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 Balsam Grove) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
23.26% |
22.26% |
2G or 3G |
73.58% |
60.91% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 23.26% of homes. 50.32% 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 Balsam Grove mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Balsam Grove
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 50.04% of Balsam Grove homes. 73.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Balsam Grove homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Balsam Grove land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Balsam Grove Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Balsam Grove, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Balsam Grove ranks #2263 out of 2352 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Balsam Grove Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Balsam Grove where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Balsam Grove, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Balsam Grove. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 56.22% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 73.69% of Balsam Grove homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Balsam Grove, NC
If the price of a Balsam Grove mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Balsam Grove 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 Balsam Grove 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 Balsam Grove, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Balsam Grove, 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 Balsam Grove and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
29.61% of Balsam Grove
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 2.10% 3G or 2G: 29.61%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Balsam Grove
US Cellular covers 29.61% 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 Balsam Grove) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.10% |
2.37% |
2G or 3G |
29.61% |
31.20% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.10% of homes. 27.51% 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 Balsam Grove mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Balsam Grove
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 8.08% of Balsam Grove homes. 29.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Balsam Grove, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Balsam Grove Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Balsam Grove 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 Balsam Grove covering 55.91% of homes in the area while 4G covers 69.20% of the city. Overall, 77.22% of homes (742 people) and 80.6% of the land (42.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Balsam Grove
Balsam Grove 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Balsam Grove cover 55.91% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 37.26% or 19.7 square miles of Balsam Grove are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Balsam Grove comes from T-Mobile with 56.22% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Balsam Grove
Balsam Grove 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 Balsam Grove, 38.61% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 69.20% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Balsam Grove with 66.86% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Balsam Grove 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 Balsam Grove houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 73.69% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Balsam Grove land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 77.84% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 56.22% in Balsam Grove.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 66.86% of Balsam Grove.
- The top estimated average speed in Balsam Grove, estimated at 39.92, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Balsam Grove
If you live near Balsam Grove 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 Balsam Grove:
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