In Dickenson County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 92.7% of Dickenson County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 97.03% of Dickenson County’s 14,124 residents. 5G reception covers up to 4.28% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Dickenson County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Dickenson County, VA 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 Dickenson County
Coverage:
28.04% of Dickenson County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 2.53% 4G: 6.26% 3G or 2G: 1.54%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Dickenson County
T-Mobile covers 28.04% 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 Dickenson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
2.53% |
2.46% |
4G |
6.26% |
3.21% |
2G or 3G |
1.54% |
1.68% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 2.53% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 3.73% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dickenson County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Dickenson County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 2.53% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 28.03% of Dickenson County homes. 1.54% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Dickenson County
Coverage:
58.20% of Dickenson County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 2.29% 4G: 26.22% 3G or 2G: 48.22%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Dickenson County
AT&T Wireless covers 58.20% 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 Dickenson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
2.29% |
2.00% |
4G |
26.22% |
31.42% |
2G or 3G |
48.22% |
51.64% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 2.29% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 26.22% of homes. 19.71% 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 Dickenson County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Dickenson County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 2.29% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 44.11% of Dickenson County homes. 48.22% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Dickenson County
Coverage:
87.52% of Dickenson County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.16% 4G: 66.42% 3G or 2G: 80.36%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Dickenson County
Verizon Wireless covers 87.52% 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 Dickenson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.16% |
0.35% |
4G |
66.42% |
50.00% |
2G or 3G |
80.36% |
65.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.16% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 66.42% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dickenson County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Dickenson County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.66% of Dickenson County homes. 64.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Dickenson County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Dickenson County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Dickenson County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Dickenson County, VA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Dickenson County ranks #2319 out of 2688 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Virginia.
Best Dickenson County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Dickenson County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Dickenson County, VA: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Dickenson County. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 86.66% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 87.52% of Dickenson County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Dickenson County, VA
If the price of a Dickenson County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Dickenson 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 Dickenson 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 Dickenson County, VA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Dickenson 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 Dickenson County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
94.40% of Dickenson County
0.28% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 88.28% 3G or 2G: 90.11%
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Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Dickenson County
Appalachian Wireless covers 94.40% 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 Dickenson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
88.28% |
78.66% |
2G or 3G |
90.11% |
80.33% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 88.28% of homes. 1.83% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Appalachian Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dickenson County mobile providers.
Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in Dickenson County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 88.28% of Dickenson County homes. 91.49% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Appalachian Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Dickenson County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Dickenson County, VA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Dickenson County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Dickenson 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 Dickenson County covering 4.28% of homes in the area while 4G covers 95.70% of the county. Overall, 97.03% of homes (14,124 people) and 92.7% of the land (306.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Dickenson County
Dickenson County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Dickenson County cover 4.28% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 4.10% or 13.5 square miles of Dickenson County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Dickenson County comes from T-Mobile with 2.53% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Dickenson County
Dickenson 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 Dickenson County, 92.43% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 95.70% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Appalachian Wireless has the best 4G network in Dickenson County with 88.28% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Dickenson 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 Dickenson County houses is best with service from Appalachian Wireless, with 94.40% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Dickenson County land is provided by Appalachian Wireless at 87.24% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 2.53% in Dickenson County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Appalachian Wireless, covering 88.28% of Dickenson County.
- The top estimated average speed in Dickenson County, estimated at 35.37, Mbps is available through Appalachian Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Dickenson County
If you live near Dickenson 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 Dickenson County:
Counties close to Dickenson County
- Buchanan County, VA: better coverage
- Letcher County, KY: worse coverage
- Tazewell County, VA: better coverage
- Perry County, KY: worse coverage
- Leslie County, KY: worse coverage
- Bland County, VA: better coverage
- Clay County, KY: worse coverage
- Pulaski County, VA: better coverage
- Laurel County, KY: better coverage
- Radford City, VA: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Dickenson County
- Perry County, MO: better coverage
- Lajas Municipio, PR: better coverage
- Lampasas County, TX: better coverage
- Lavaca County, TX: better coverage
- Leake County, MS: better coverage
- Lee County, VA: better coverage
- Leelanau County, MI: better coverage
- Letcher County, KY: worse coverage
- Pecos County, TX: better coverage
- Penuelas Municipio, PR: better coverage