In Edgecombe County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Edgecombe County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Edgecombe County’s 48,900 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.95% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Edgecombe County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe County
Coverage:
100.00% of Edgecombe County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 27.11% 4G: 98.23% 3G or 2G: 99.74%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Edgecombe County
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Edgecombe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
27.11% |
16.46% |
4G |
98.23% |
91.19% |
2G or 3G |
99.74% |
97.88% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 27.11% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 71.12% 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 Edgecombe County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Edgecombe County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 27.11% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Edgecombe County homes. 98.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Edgecombe County
Coverage:
98.12% of Edgecombe County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.78% 4G: 83.96% 3G or 2G: 90.45%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Edgecombe County
T-Mobile covers 98.12% 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 Edgecombe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.78% |
87.41% |
4G |
83.96% |
59.02% |
2G or 3G |
90.45% |
68.70% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.78% 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 Edgecombe County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Edgecombe County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.78% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.96% of Edgecombe County homes. 92.16% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.99% of Edgecombe County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.14% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Edgecombe County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Edgecombe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.14% |
89.29% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.86% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.14% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Edgecombe County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Edgecombe County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Edgecombe County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Edgecombe County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Edgecombe County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Edgecombe County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Edgecombe County, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Edgecombe County ranks #1289 out of 2352 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.

Best Edgecombe County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Edgecombe County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Edgecombe County, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Edgecombe County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.78% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Edgecombe County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Edgecombe County, NC
If the price of a Edgecombe County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe County, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Edgecombe County
Coverage:
99.98% of Edgecombe County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 66.19% 4G: 85.62% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Edgecombe County
US Cellular covers 99.98% 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 Edgecombe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
66.19% |
24.89% |
4G |
85.62% |
55.41% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.76% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 66.19% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Edgecombe County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Edgecombe County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 66.19% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.59% of Edgecombe County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Edgecombe County, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Edgecombe County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe County covering 97.95% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (48,900 people) and 100.0% of the land (505.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Edgecombe County

Edgecombe County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Edgecombe County cover 97.95% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 87.88% or 444.2 square miles of Edgecombe County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Edgecombe County comes from T-Mobile with 97.78% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Edgecombe County

Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe County, 99.15% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Edgecombe County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Edgecombe County land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 99.97% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.78% in Edgecombe County.
- The top estimated average speed in Edgecombe County, estimated at 69.42, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Edgecombe County
If you live near Edgecombe 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 Edgecombe County:
Counties close to Edgecombe County
- Nash County, NC: better coverage
- Martin County, NC: worse coverage
- Franklin County, NC: worse coverage
- Bertie County, NC: worse coverage
- Washington County, NC: worse coverage
- Durham County, NC: better coverage
- Tyrrell County, NC: worse coverage
- Orange County, NC: better coverage
- Alamance County, NC: better coverage
- Dare County, NC: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Edgecombe County
- Shelby County, KY: better coverage
- Fremont County, CO: worse coverage
- Genesee County, NY: worse coverage
- Hancock County, ME: worse coverage
- Hardin County, TX: better coverage
- Hawkins County, TN: worse coverage
- Sandusky County, OH: better coverage
- Santa Cruz County, AZ: worse coverage
- Seneca County, OH: better coverage
- Shelby County, IN: better coverage








