In Chowan County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.8% of Chowan County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.96% of Chowan County’s 13,708 residents. 5G reception covers up to 86.17% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Chowan County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Chowan 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Chowan County
Coverage:
72.89% of Chowan County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 57.94% 4G: 45.85% 3G or 2G: 7.86%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Chowan County
T-Mobile covers 72.89% 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 Chowan County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
57.94% |
75.19% |
4G |
45.85% |
44.70% |
2G or 3G |
7.86% |
15.97% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 57.94% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Chowan County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Chowan County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 57.94% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 72.89% of Chowan County homes. 7.86% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
98.61% of Chowan County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 80.19% 3G or 2G: 83.79%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Chowan County
AT&T Wireless covers 98.61% 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 Chowan County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
80.19% |
58.31% |
2G or 3G |
83.79% |
81.28% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 80.19% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Chowan County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Chowan County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.61% of Chowan County homes. 83.79% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.94% of Chowan County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.11% 3G or 2G: 99.93%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Chowan County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.94% 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 Chowan County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.11% |
96.75% |
2G or 3G |
99.93% |
99.70% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.11% 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 Chowan County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Chowan County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.94% of Chowan County homes. 99.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Chowan County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Chowan County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Chowan County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Chowan County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Chowan County ranks #1836 out of 2352 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Chowan County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Chowan County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Chowan County, NC: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Chowan County. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 57.94% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.94% of Chowan County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Chowan County, NC
If the price of a Chowan County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Chowan 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 Chowan 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 Chowan County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Chowan 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 Chowan County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Chowan County
Coverage:
99.75% of Chowan County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 51.35% 4G: 72.87% 3G or 2G: 99.73%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Chowan County
US Cellular covers 99.75% 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 Chowan County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
51.35% |
27.49% |
4G |
72.87% |
50.35% |
2G or 3G |
99.73% |
99.01% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 51.35% 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 US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Chowan County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Chowan County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 51.35% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.30% of Chowan County homes. 99.73% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Chowan County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Chowan County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Chowan 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 Chowan County covering 86.17% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.96% of the county. Overall, 99.96% of homes (13,708 people) and 99.8% of the land (172.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Chowan County
Chowan County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Chowan County cover 86.17% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 80.13% or 138.4 square miles of Chowan County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Chowan County comes from T-Mobile with 57.94% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Chowan County
Chowan 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 Chowan County, 99.41% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.96% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Chowan County with 99.94% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Chowan 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 Chowan County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.94% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Chowan County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.77% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 57.94% in Chowan County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.94% of Chowan County.
- The top estimated average speed in Chowan County, estimated at 39.64, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Chowan County
If you live near Chowan 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 Chowan County:
Counties close to Chowan County
- Perquimans County, NC: worse coverage
- Bertie County, NC: better coverage
- Pasquotank County, NC: better coverage
- Franklin County, NC: better coverage
- Granville County, NC: better coverage
- Alamance County, NC: better coverage
- Guilford County, NC: better coverage
- Forsyth County, NC: better coverage
- Yadkin County, NC: better coverage
- Wilkes County, NC: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Chowan County
- Bayfield County, WI: worse coverage
- Walthall County, MS: better coverage
- Wahkiakum County, WA: worse coverage
- Valley County, ID: better coverage
- Crawford County, MO: better coverage
- Burt County, NE: worse coverage
- Buena Vista City, VA: better coverage
- Bristol City, VA: better coverage
- Breckinridge County, KY: worse coverage
- Bottineau County, ND: better coverage