In Carter County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 90.3% of Carter County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 94.49% of Carter County’s 1,415 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.68% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Carter County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Carter County, MT 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 Carter County
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Carter County
T-Mobile covers 43.24% 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 Carter County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.60% |
1.82% |
4G |
41.86% |
39.19% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.60% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 40.26% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Carter County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Carter County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.60% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 43.24% of Carter County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Carter County
Coverage:
37.70% of Carter County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.03% 4G: 17.70% 3G or 2G: 30.83%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Carter County
AT&T Wireless covers 37.70% 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 Carter County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.03% |
0.04% |
4G |
17.70% |
17.94% |
2G or 3G |
30.83% |
33.02% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.03% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 17.70% of homes. 13.10% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Carter County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Carter County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.03% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 21.60% of Carter County homes. 30.83% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
81.92% of Carter County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 77.70% 3G or 2G: 75.53%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Carter County
Verizon Wireless covers 81.92% 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 Carter County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
77.70% |
64.81% |
2G or 3G |
75.53% |
61.12% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 77.70% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Carter County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Carter County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 81.39% of Carter County homes. 77.42% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Carter County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Carter County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Carter County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Carter County, MT. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Carter County ranks #849 out of 953 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Montana.
Best Carter County Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Carter County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Carter County, MT: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Carter County. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 81.39% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 81.92% of Carter County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Carter County, MT
If the price of a Carter County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Carter 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 Carter 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 Carter County, MT
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Carter 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 Carter County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
88.49% of Carter County
0.27% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.00% 3G or 2G: 74.07%
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Union Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Carter County
Union Wireless covers 88.49% 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 Carter County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.00% |
0.01% |
2G or 3G |
74.07% |
59.16% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 74.07% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Union Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Carter County mobile providers.
Union Wireless Voice Quality in Carter County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Carter County homes. 88.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Carter County, MT Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Carter County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Carter 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 Carter County covering 0.68% of homes in the area while 4G covers 86.71% of the county. Overall, 94.49% of homes (1,415 people) and 90.3% of the land (3,014.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Carter County
Carter County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Carter County cover 0.68% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 1.51% or 50.4 square miles of Carter County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Carter County comes from T-Mobile with 1.60% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Carter County
Carter 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 Carter County, 83.87% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 86.71% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Carter County with 81.39% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Carter 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 Carter County houses is best with service from Union Wireless, with 88.49% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Carter County land is provided by Union Wireless at 75.78% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 1.60% in Carter County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 81.39% of Carter County.
- The top estimated average speed in Carter County, estimated at 31.08, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Carter County
If you live near Carter 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 Carter County:
Counties close to Carter County
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