In Gilmer County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 90.7% of Gilmer County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 94.16% of Gilmer County’s 7,408 residents. 5G reception covers up to 71.91% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Gilmer County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Gilmer County, WV 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:
76.64% of Gilmer County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 66.55% 3G or 2G: 64.42%
More about Verizon Wireless in Gilmer County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Gilmer County
Verizon Wireless covers 76.64% 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 Gilmer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
66.55% |
33.94% |
2G or 3G |
64.42% |
32.90% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 66.55% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Gilmer County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Gilmer County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 75.73% of Gilmer County homes. 50.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Gilmer County
Coverage:
83.58% of Gilmer County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 73.30% 4G: 63.79% 3G or 2G: 74.90%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Gilmer County
T-Mobile covers 83.58% 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 Gilmer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
73.30% |
44.17% |
4G |
63.79% |
24.40% |
2G or 3G |
74.90% |
46.31% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 73.30% 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 Gilmer County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Gilmer County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 73.30% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 80.74% of Gilmer County homes. 78.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Gilmer County
Coverage:
93.44% of Gilmer County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 25.19% 4G: 42.76% 3G or 2G: 93.44%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Gilmer County
AT&T Wireless covers 93.44% 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 Gilmer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
25.19% |
9.90% |
4G |
42.76% |
22.03% |
2G or 3G |
93.44% |
89.85% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 25.19% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 42.76% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Gilmer County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Gilmer County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 25.19% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 72.11% of Gilmer County homes. 93.44% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Gilmer County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Gilmer County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Gilmer County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Gilmer County, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Gilmer County ranks #972 out of 2241 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.
Best Gilmer 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 Gilmer County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Gilmer County, WV: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Gilmer County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 73.30% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 93.44% of Gilmer County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Gilmer County, WV
If the price of a Gilmer County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Gilmer 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 Gilmer 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 Gilmer County, WV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Gilmer 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 Gilmer County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
10.25% of Gilmer County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 3.72% 3G or 2G: 0.01%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Gilmer County
US Cellular covers 10.25% 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 Gilmer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
3.72% |
3.14% |
2G or 3G |
0.01% |
0.01% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 3.72% 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 Gilmer County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Gilmer County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 10.25% of Gilmer County homes. 0.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Gilmer County, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Gilmer County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Gilmer 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 Gilmer County covering 71.91% of homes in the area while 4G covers 83.09% of the county. Overall, 94.16% of homes (7,374 people) and 90.7% of the land (306.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Gilmer County
Gilmer County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Gilmer County cover 71.91% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 44.79% or 151.6 square miles of Gilmer County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Gilmer County comes from T-Mobile with 73.30% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Gilmer County
Gilmer 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 Gilmer County, 69.67% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 83.09% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Gilmer County with 80.74% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Gilmer 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 Gilmer County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 93.44% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Gilmer County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 89.85% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 73.30% in Gilmer County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 80.74% of Gilmer County.
- The top estimated average speed in Gilmer County, estimated at 52.04, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Gilmer County
If you live near Gilmer 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 Gilmer County:
Counties close to Gilmer County
- Calhoun County, WV: better coverage
- Lewis County, WV: better coverage
- Wirt County, WV: worse coverage
- Upshur County, WV: worse coverage
- Jackson County, WV: better coverage
- Randolph County, WV: better coverage
- Meigs County, OH: worse coverage
- Mason County, WV: better coverage
- Gallia County, OH: better coverage
- Grant County, WV: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Gilmer County
- Knox County, TX: worse coverage
- Kearney County, NE: better coverage
- Keith County, NE: worse coverage
- Kemper County, MS: better coverage
- Kenedy County, TX: better coverage
- Kent County, TX: better coverage
- Keokuk County, IA: better coverage
- Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK: better coverage
- Keweenaw County, MI: better coverage
- Keya Paha County, NE: worse coverage