In Downtown Durham, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Downtown Durham’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Downtown Durham’s 6,926 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Downtown Durham providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Downtown Durham, Durham, 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.
Coverage:
100.00% of Downtown Durham
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Downtown Durham
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Downtown Durham
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Downtown Durham) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% 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 Downtown Durham mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Downtown Durham
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Downtown Durham homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Downtown Durham
Coverage:
100.00% of Downtown Durham
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Downtown Durham
T-Mobile covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Downtown Durham) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 Downtown Durham mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Downtown Durham
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Downtown Durham homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Downtown Durham
Coverage:
100.00% of Downtown Durham
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.82% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
More about Verizon Wireless in Downtown Durham
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Downtown Durham
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Downtown Durham) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
90.82% |
90.89% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.82% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Downtown Durham mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Downtown Durham
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.82% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Downtown Durham homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Downtown Durham homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Downtown Durham land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Downtown Durham Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Downtown Durham ranks #1 out of 38 neighborhoods for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Durham.
Best Downtown Durham Cell Provider Key
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Downtown Durham. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 100.00% of the neighborhood. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Downtown Durham homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC
If the price of a Downtown Durham mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Downtown Durham 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 Downtown Durham 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 Downtown Durham, Durham, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Downtown Durham, 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 Downtown Durham and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about US Cellular in Downtown Durham
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Downtown Durham
US Cellular covers 21.34% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Downtown Durham) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
21.34% |
19.81% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 21.34% of homes. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Downtown Durham mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Downtown Durham
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 21.34% of Downtown Durham homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Downtown Durham, Durham, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Downtown Durham Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Downtown Durham may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the neighborhood. 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 Downtown Durham covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the neighborhood. Overall, 100.00% of homes (6,926 people) and 100.0% of the land (1.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Downtown Durham
Downtown Durham 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Downtown Durham cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 100.00% or 1.2 square miles of Downtown Durham are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Downtown Durham comes from T-Mobile with 100.00% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Downtown Durham
Downtown Durham 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 Downtown Durham, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Downtown Durham with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Downtown Durham for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the neighborhood, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Downtown Durham houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Downtown Durham land is provided by AT&T Wireless, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 100.00% in Downtown Durham.
- The top estimated average speed in Downtown Durham, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Neighborhoods Near Downtown Durham
If you live near Downtown Durham but aren’t technically in the neighborhood, 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 Downtown Durham:
Neighborhoods close to Downtown Durham
- East Durham, Durham, NC: equal coverage
- Trinity Park, Durham, NC: equal coverage
- Old West Durham, Durham, NC: equal coverage
- Northeast Durham, Durham, NC: equal coverage
- North Garrett Road, Durham, NC: equal coverage
- University of NC at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC: equal coverage
- Downtown Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC: equal coverage
- Northwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC: equal coverage
- North, Raleigh, NC: equal coverage
- Glenwood, Raleigh, NC: worse coverage
Neighborhoods with similar populations to Downtown Durham
- Amphi, Tucson, AZ: equal coverage
- Annex, East Haven, CT: worse coverage
- West Memorial, Katy, TX: equal coverage
- Berkeley Place, Martinsburg, WV: equal coverage
- Pueblo, Wichita, KS: equal coverage
- Latah Valley, Spokane, WA: equal coverage
- Plaza-Eastway, Charlotte, NC: equal coverage
- Northwest, Garden City, ID: equal coverage
- Northside, Fort Wayne, IN: equal coverage
- North Waltham, Waltham, MA: equal coverage