In Centre County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.0% of Centre County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.88% of Centre County’s 158,172 residents. 5G reception covers up to 98.73% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Centre County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Centre County, PA 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Centre County
Coverage:
99.93% of Centre County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 92.98% 4G: 97.94% 3G or 2G: 99.91%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Centre County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.93% 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 Centre County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
92.98% |
58.88% |
4G |
97.94% |
75.66% |
2G or 3G |
99.91% |
96.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 92.98% 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 AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Centre County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Centre County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 92.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.83% of Centre County homes. 99.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.70% of Centre County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.28% 3G or 2G: 99.03%
More about Verizon Wireless in Centre County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Centre County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.70% 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 Centre County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.28% |
75.34% |
2G or 3G |
99.03% |
80.62% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.28% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Centre County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Centre County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.58% of Centre County homes. 97.24% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Centre County
Coverage:
99.10% of Centre County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.11% 4G: 94.51% 3G or 2G: 95.45%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Centre County
T-Mobile covers 99.10% 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 Centre County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
98.11% |
76.25% |
4G |
94.51% |
57.44% |
2G or 3G |
95.45% |
61.50% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.11% 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 Centre County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Centre County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.11% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.98% of Centre County homes. 96.65% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Centre County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Centre County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Centre County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Centre County, PA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Centre County ranks #2603 out of 4921 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Pennsylvania.
Best Centre 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 Centre County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Centre County, PA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Centre County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 98.11% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.93% of Centre County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Centre County, PA
If the price of a Centre County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Centre 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 Centre 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 Centre County, PA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Centre 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 Centre County and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Indigo Wireless in Centre County
Indigo Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Centre County
Indigo Wireless covers 79.87% of homes in the county with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Centre County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
79.87% |
60.24% |
79.87% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Indigo Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Centre County mobile providers.
Indigo Wireless Voice Quality in Centre County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Centre County homes. 79.87% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Limitless Mobile in Centre County
Limitless Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Centre County
Limitless Mobile covers 0.17% 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 Centre County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.17% |
0.17% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.17% of homes. We rank Limitless Mobile as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Centre County mobile providers.
Limitless Mobile Voice Quality in Centre County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.17% of Centre County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Centre County, PA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Centre County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Centre 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 Centre County covering 98.73% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.82% of the county. Overall, 99.88% of homes (158,108 people) and 98.0% of the land (1,086.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Centre County
Centre County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Centre County cover 98.73% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 79.05% or 876.4 square miles of Centre County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Centre County comes from T-Mobile with 98.11% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Centre County
Centre 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 Centre County, 99.08% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.82% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Centre County with 99.83% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Centre 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 Centre County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.93% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Centre County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 97.42% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 98.11% in Centre County.
- The top estimated average speed in Centre County, estimated at 69.66, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Centre County
If you live near Centre 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 Centre County:
Counties close to Centre County
- Clearfield County, PA: worse coverage
- Snyder County, PA: worse coverage
- Union County, PA: better coverage
- Northumberland County, PA: worse coverage
- Montour County, PA: better coverage
- Schuylkill County, PA: worse coverage
- Armstrong County, PA: worse coverage
- Carbon County, PA: worse coverage
- Butler County, PA: worse coverage
- Lawrence County, PA: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Centre County
- Kings County, CA: better coverage
- Sandoval County, NM: better coverage
- Indian River County, FL: better coverage
- Johnson County, IA: worse coverage
- Jackson County, MI: worse coverage
- Stafford County, VA: worse coverage
- Madera County, CA: worse coverage
- Martin County, FL: better coverage
- Maui County, HI: worse coverage
- Merrimack County, NH: worse coverage