In Halifax, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Halifax’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Halifax’s 5,139 residents. 5G reception covers up to 89.73% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Halifax providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Halifax, 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 Halifax
Coverage:
98.25% of Halifax
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 89.72% 4G: 57.71% 3G or 2G: 80.27%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Halifax
T-Mobile covers 98.25% 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 Halifax) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
89.72% |
82.13% |
4G |
57.71% |
47.87% |
2G or 3G |
80.27% |
72.93% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 89.72% 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 Halifax mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Halifax
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 89.72% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.54% of Halifax homes. 96.62% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Halifax
Coverage:
100.00% of Halifax
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.18% 4G: 99.86% 3G or 2G: 99.95%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Halifax
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Halifax) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.18% |
0.64% |
4G |
99.86% |
99.70% |
2G or 3G |
99.95% |
99.83% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.18% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.68% 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 Halifax mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Halifax
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.18% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Halifax homes. 99.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Halifax
Verizon 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 Halifax) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.50% |
98.45% |
2G or 3G |
99.94% |
99.74% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.50% 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 Halifax mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Halifax
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Halifax homes. 96.87% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Halifax homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Halifax land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Halifax Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Halifax, VA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Halifax ranks #1359 out of 2688 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Virginia.
Best Halifax Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Halifax where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Halifax, VA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Halifax. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 89.72% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Halifax homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Halifax, VA
If the price of a Halifax mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Halifax 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 Halifax 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 Halifax, VA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Halifax, 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 Halifax and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Halifax
Coverage:
97.03% of Halifax
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 3.35% 4G: 45.17% 3G or 2G: 96.82%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Halifax
US Cellular covers 97.03% 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 Halifax) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
3.35% |
3.83% |
4G |
45.17% |
36.15% |
2G or 3G |
96.82% |
93.15% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 3.35% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 45.17% of homes. 48.30% 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 Halifax mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Halifax
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 3.35% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 91.74% of Halifax homes. 96.88% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Halifax, VA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Halifax Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Halifax 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 Halifax covering 89.73% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (5,139 people) and 100.0% of the land (71.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Halifax
Halifax 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Halifax cover 89.73% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 82.41% or 58.9 square miles of Halifax are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Halifax comes from T-Mobile with 89.72% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Halifax
Halifax 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 Halifax, 99.94% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Halifax with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Halifax 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 Halifax houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Halifax land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 89.72% in Halifax.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Halifax.
- The top estimated average speed in Halifax, estimated at 63.70, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Halifax
If you live near Halifax 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 Halifax:
Cities close to Halifax
- South Boston, VA: better coverage
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- Piney Grove, VA: better coverage
- White Oak, VA: worse coverage
- Hyco, VA: worse coverage
- McKendree, VA: worse coverage
- Scottsburg, VA: worse coverage
- Crystal Hill, VA: worse coverage
- Vernon Hill, VA: worse coverage
- Rodden, VA: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Halifax
- Ladysmith, WI: worse coverage
- Lake Ozark, MO: better coverage
- Lake Odessa, MI: better coverage
- Lake Norman of Catawba, NC: better coverage
- Lake Montezuma, AZ: better coverage
- Lake Mohegan, NY: better coverage
- Lake Isabella, CA: better coverage
- Lake Delton, WI: better coverage
- Lake City, MI: better coverage
- Lake Barrington, IL: better coverage