In Ellenboro, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Ellenboro’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Ellenboro’s 7,256 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.36% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ellenboro providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ellenboro, 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 Ellenboro
Coverage:
95.93% of Ellenboro
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.81% 4G: 69.28% 3G or 2G: 93.52%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellenboro
T-Mobile covers 95.93% of homes in the city 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 Ellenboro) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
90.81% |
73.45% |
4G |
69.28% |
46.61% |
2G or 3G |
93.52% |
77.34% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.81% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellenboro mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Ellenboro
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.81% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.78% of Ellenboro homes. 95.23% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Ellenboro
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 97.26% 3G or 2G: 97.07%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellenboro
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city 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 Ellenboro) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
97.26% |
91.24% |
2G or 3G |
97.07% |
83.99% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.26% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellenboro mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ellenboro
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Ellenboro homes. 97.07% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Ellenboro
Coverage:
99.31% of Ellenboro
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 96.49% 4G: 97.58% 3G or 2G: 98.69%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellenboro
Verizon Wireless covers 99.31% of homes in the city 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 Ellenboro) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
96.49% |
82.28% |
4G |
97.58% |
84.11% |
2G or 3G |
98.69% |
90.22% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 96.49% 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 #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellenboro mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Ellenboro
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 96.49% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.27% of Ellenboro homes. 96.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ellenboro homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ellenboro land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ellenboro Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ellenboro, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ellenboro ranks #1354 out of 2352 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.

Best Ellenboro Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Ellenboro where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ellenboro, NC: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Ellenboro. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 96.49% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Ellenboro homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ellenboro, NC
If the price of a Ellenboro mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ellenboro 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 Ellenboro 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 Ellenboro, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Ellenboro, 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 Ellenboro and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about US Cellular in Ellenboro
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellenboro
US Cellular covers 92.65% of homes in the city 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 Ellenboro) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
81.78% |
57.11% |
2G or 3G |
86.29% |
62.74% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 81.78% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellenboro mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Ellenboro
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.16% of Ellenboro homes. 86.29% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Carolina West Wireless in Ellenboro
Carolina West Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellenboro
Carolina West Wireless covers 36.01% of homes in the city 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 Ellenboro) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
7.13% |
28.98% |
2G or 3G |
36.01% |
56.89% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 7.13% of homes. 28.88% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Carolina West Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellenboro mobile providers.
Carolina West Wireless Voice Quality in Ellenboro
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 7.13% of Ellenboro homes. 36.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Ellenboro, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Ellenboro Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ellenboro may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. 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 Ellenboro covering 97.36% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (7,256 people) and 100.0% of the land (55.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellenboro

Ellenboro 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Ellenboro cover 97.36% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 84.56% or 46.5 square miles of Ellenboro are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Ellenboro comes from Verizon Wireless with 96.49% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellenboro

Ellenboro 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 Ellenboro, 99.74% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Ellenboro with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ellenboro for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Ellenboro houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ellenboro land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from Verizon Wireless reporting 96.49% in Ellenboro.
- The top estimated average speed in Ellenboro, estimated at 68.51, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Ellenboro
If you live near Ellenboro but aren’t technically in the city, 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 Ellenboro:
Cities close to Ellenboro
- Henrietta, NC: better coverage
- Washburn, NC: worse coverage
- Bostic, NC: worse coverage
- Lattimore, NC: worse coverage
- Forest City, NC: better coverage
- Mooresboro, NC: worse coverage
- Hollis, NC: worse coverage
- Kingstown, NC: worse coverage
- Boiling Springs, NC: better coverage
- Polkville, NC: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Ellenboro
- Sophia, NC: better coverage
- Stow, MA: worse coverage
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- Abilene, KS: better coverage
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- South Cleveland, TN: better coverage
- Burton, SC: better coverage
- Butler, NJ: better coverage
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