In Burnsville, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 92.0% of Burnsville’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 97.97% of Burnsville’s 14,729 residents. 5G reception covers up to 86.82% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Burnsville providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Burnsville, 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 Burnsville
Coverage:
97.79% of Burnsville
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 60.29% 4G: 91.73% 3G or 2G: 91.26%
More about Verizon Wireless in Burnsville
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Burnsville
Verizon Wireless covers 97.79% 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 Burnsville) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
60.29% |
53.83% |
4G |
91.73% |
78.93% |
2G or 3G |
91.26% |
83.50% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 60.29% 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 Burnsville mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Burnsville
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 60.29% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.27% of Burnsville homes. 84.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Burnsville
Coverage:
85.67% of Burnsville
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.66% 4G: 68.33% 3G or 2G: 57.56%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Burnsville
T-Mobile covers 85.67% 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 Burnsville) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.66% |
64.67% |
4G |
68.33% |
46.62% |
2G or 3G |
57.56% |
39.96% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.66% 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 Burnsville mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Burnsville
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.66% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 85.52% of Burnsville homes. 57.72% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
92.91% of Burnsville
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 71.42% 3G or 2G: 91.82%
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More about AT&T Wireless in Burnsville
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Burnsville
AT&T Wireless covers 92.91% 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 Burnsville) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
71.42% |
52.15% |
2G or 3G |
91.82% |
84.86% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 71.42% of homes. 20.40% 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 Burnsville mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Burnsville
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 82.16% of Burnsville homes. 91.82% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Burnsville homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Burnsville land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Burnsville Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Burnsville, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Burnsville ranks #1825 out of 2352 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.

Best Burnsville Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Burnsville where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Burnsville, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Burnsville. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 82.66% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 97.79% of Burnsville homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Burnsville, NC
If the price of a Burnsville mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Burnsville 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 Burnsville 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 Burnsville, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Burnsville, 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 Burnsville and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Burnsville
Coverage:
76.06% of Burnsville
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 23.50% 4G: 51.18% 3G or 2G: 74.02%
More about US Cellular in Burnsville
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Burnsville
US Cellular covers 76.06% 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 Burnsville) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
23.50% |
16.80% |
4G |
51.18% |
34.37% |
2G or 3G |
74.02% |
54.54% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 23.50% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 27.68% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Burnsville mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Burnsville
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 23.50% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 73.14% of Burnsville homes. 74.02% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Carolina West Wireless in Burnsville
Carolina West Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Burnsville
Carolina West Wireless covers 1.96% 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 Burnsville) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
1.46% |
0.98% |
2G or 3G |
1.01% |
0.88% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.46% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Carolina West Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Burnsville mobile providers.
Carolina West Wireless Voice Quality in Burnsville
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 1.46% of Burnsville homes. 1.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Burnsville, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Burnsville Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Burnsville 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 Burnsville covering 86.82% of homes in the area while 4G covers 97.75% of the city. Overall, 97.97% of homes (14,683 people) and 92.0% of the land (150.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Burnsville

Burnsville 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Burnsville cover 86.82% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 72.92% or 119.0 square miles of Burnsville are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Burnsville comes from T-Mobile with 82.66% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Burnsville

Burnsville 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 Burnsville, 92.76% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 97.75% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Burnsville with 97.27% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Burnsville 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 Burnsville houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 97.79% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Burnsville land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 91.49% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 82.66% in Burnsville.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 97.27% of Burnsville.
- The top estimated average speed in Burnsville, estimated at 58.69, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Burnsville
If you live near Burnsville 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 Burnsville:
Cities close to Burnsville
- Green Mountain, NC: better coverage
- Huntdale, NC: worse coverage
- Hamrick, NC: worse coverage
- Estatoe, NC: worse coverage
- Lewisburg, NC: worse coverage
- Relief, NC: worse coverage
- Bakersville, NC: worse coverage
- Upper Poplar, NC: worse coverage
- Cane Creek, NC: worse coverage
- Mars Hill, NC: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Burnsville
- Wynnewood, PA: better coverage
- Colchester, VT: better coverage
- Shorewood, WI: better coverage
- Covington, TN: better coverage
- Brattleboro, VT: better coverage
- Forest Hill, TX: better coverage
- Brandermill, VA: better coverage
- Adjuntas, PR: better coverage
- Boonville, IN: better coverage
- Rocky Point, NY: better coverage









