In Chatham County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Chatham County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Chatham County’s 76,285 residents. 5G reception covers up to 96.80% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Chatham County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Chatham County, 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 Chatham County
Coverage:
99.99% of Chatham County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 57.30% 4G: 97.22% 3G or 2G: 99.76%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Chatham County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Chatham County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
57.30% |
48.28% |
4G |
97.22% |
92.65% |
2G or 3G |
99.76% |
99.17% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 57.30% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Chatham County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Chatham County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 57.30% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Chatham County homes. 97.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Chatham County
Coverage:
99.83% of Chatham County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.59% 4G: 86.83% 3G or 2G: 99.76%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Chatham County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.83% 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 Chatham County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.59% |
0.65% |
4G |
86.83% |
69.35% |
2G or 3G |
99.76% |
99.21% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.59% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 86.83% of homes. 0.00% 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 Chatham County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Chatham County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.45% of Chatham County homes. 99.76% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Chatham County
Coverage:
98.90% of Chatham County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.16% 4G: 79.00% 3G or 2G: 93.59%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Chatham County
T-Mobile covers 98.90% 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 Chatham County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.16% |
89.52% |
4G |
79.00% |
63.78% |
2G or 3G |
93.59% |
86.23% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.16% 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 Chatham County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Chatham County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.36% of Chatham County homes. 95.38% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Chatham County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Chatham County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Chatham County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Chatham County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Chatham County ranks #1402 out of 2352 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Chatham County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Chatham County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Chatham County, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Chatham County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 94.16% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Chatham County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Chatham County, NC
If the price of a Chatham County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Chatham 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 Chatham 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 Chatham County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Chatham 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 Chatham County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
80.56% of Chatham County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 40.74% 3G or 2G: 80.33%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Chatham County
US Cellular covers 80.56% 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 Chatham County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
40.74% |
35.08% |
2G or 3G |
80.33% |
76.52% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 40.74% of homes. 39.59% 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 Chatham County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Chatham County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 66.48% of Chatham County homes. 80.33% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Chatham County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Chatham County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Chatham 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 Chatham County covering 96.80% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (76,285 people) and 99.9% of the land (681.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Chatham County
Chatham County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Chatham County cover 96.80% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 92.48% or 630.4 square miles of Chatham County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Chatham County comes from T-Mobile with 94.16% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Chatham County
Chatham 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 Chatham County, 98.16% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Chatham County with 99.98% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Chatham 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 Chatham County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Chatham County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.89% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 94.16% in Chatham County.
- The top estimated average speed in Chatham County, estimated at 66.85, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Chatham County
If you live near Chatham 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 Chatham County:
Counties close to Chatham County
- Wake County, NC: better coverage
- Randolph County, NC: better coverage
- Davidson County, NC: better coverage
- Wilson County, NC: better coverage
- Rowan County, NC: better coverage
- Iredell County, NC: better coverage
- Alexander County, NC: better coverage
- Catawba County, NC: better coverage
- Martin County, NC: worse coverage
- Caldwell County, NC: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Chatham County
- Anderson County, TN: better coverage
- Yuba County, CA: worse coverage
- York County, VA: better coverage
- Wood County, WV: worse coverage
- Wilson County, NC: better coverage
- Williamson County, IL: better coverage
- White County, AR: better coverage
- Wayne County, IN: better coverage
- Van Buren County, MI: worse coverage
- Valencia County, NM: better coverage