Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Castro County, TX


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In Castro County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Castro County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Castro County’s 7,371 residents. 5G reception covers up to 90.92% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Castro County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Castro County, TX Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

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


Mint

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


Coverage:

100.00% of Castro County

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 99.91% 3G or 2G: 100.00%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Castro County

Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Castro County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
99.91%
99.21%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.91% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Castro County mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Castro County

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Castro County homes. 99.94% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Castro County


Coverage:

100.00% of Castro County

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 24.33% 4G: 99.85% 3G or 2G: 100.00%


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1-833-652-2264

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Castro County

AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Castro County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
24.33%
42.91%
4G
99.85%
98.47%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 24.33% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.52% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Castro County mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Castro County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 24.33% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Castro County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Castro County


Coverage:

91.30% of Castro County

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 79.81% 4G: 77.68% 3G or 2G: 75.86%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Castro County

T-Mobile covers 91.30% 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 Castro County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
79.81%
64.73%
4G
77.68%
44.80%
2G or 3G
75.86%
54.10%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 79.81% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Castro County mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Castro County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 79.81% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.04% of Castro County homes. 78.26% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Castro County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Castro County land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Castro County Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Castro County, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Castro County ranks #3708 out of 5174 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.

Map of the fastest cell company in Castro County
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Best Castro County Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The northern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Castro County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Castro County, TX: T-Mobile

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Castro County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 79.81% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Castro County homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Castro County, TX

If the price of a Castro County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Castro 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 Castro County wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Visible

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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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.

 

Castro County, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Castro County
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Castro County Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Castro 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 Castro County covering 90.92% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (7,371 people) and 100.0% of the land (894.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Castro County

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Castro County
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Castro County 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Castro County cover 90.92% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 76.99% or 688.6 square miles of Castro County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Castro County comes from T-Mobile with 79.81% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Castro County

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Castro County
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Castro County 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Castro County, 99.98% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Castro County with 100.00% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Castro 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 Castro County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Castro County land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 79.81% in Castro County.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Castro County.
  • The top estimated average speed in Castro County, estimated at 56.67, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.

 

Mobile Service Counties Near Castro County

If you live near Castro 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 Castro County:

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