In Macon County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 95.9% of Macon County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.60% of Macon County’s 25,216 residents. 5G reception covers up to 47.32% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Macon County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Macon County, TN 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 Macon County
Coverage:
28.01% of Macon County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.52% 4G: 5.77% 3G or 2G: 21.75%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon County
T-Mobile covers 28.01% 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 Macon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.52% |
2.17% |
4G |
5.77% |
6.77% |
2G or 3G |
21.75% |
15.21% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.52% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.77% of homes. 14.46% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Macon County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Macon County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.52% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 6.67% of Macon County homes. 23.66% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Macon County
Coverage:
97.33% of Macon County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 11.50% 4G: 83.85% 3G or 2G: 88.07%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon County
Verizon Wireless covers 97.33% 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 Macon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
11.50% |
8.84% |
4G |
83.85% |
65.18% |
2G or 3G |
88.07% |
75.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 11.50% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.35% 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 Macon County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Macon County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 11.50% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.72% of Macon County homes. 81.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Macon County
Coverage:
97.67% of Macon County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.00% 4G: 92.06% 3G or 2G: 80.85%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon County
AT&T Wireless covers 97.67% 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 Macon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.00% |
0.01% |
4G |
92.06% |
82.71% |
2G or 3G |
80.85% |
71.14% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.00% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.06% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Macon County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Macon County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.40% of Macon County homes. 80.85% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Macon County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Macon County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Macon County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Macon County, TN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Macon County ranks #1963 out of 2054 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Tennessee.
Best Macon County Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Macon County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Macon County, TN: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Macon County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 11.50% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 97.67% of Macon County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Macon County, TN
If the price of a Macon County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Macon 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 Macon 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 Macon County, TN
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Macon 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 Macon County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Macon County
Coverage:
89.01% of Macon County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 38.93% 4G: 57.70% 3G or 2G: 89.01%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon County
US Cellular covers 89.01% 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 Macon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
38.93% |
16.89% |
4G |
57.70% |
37.78% |
2G or 3G |
89.01% |
79.40% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 38.93% 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 Macon County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Macon County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 38.93% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 80.25% of Macon County homes. 89.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Macon County, TN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Macon County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Macon 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 Macon County covering 47.32% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.31% of the county. Overall, 98.60% of homes (25,216 people) and 95.9% of the land (294.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Macon County
Macon County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Macon County cover 47.32% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 24.43% or 75.0 square miles of Macon County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Macon County comes from US Cellular with 38.93% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Macon County
Macon 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 Macon County, 93.95% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.31% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Macon County with 96.72% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Macon 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 Macon County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 97.67% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Macon County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 93.86% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from US Cellular reporting 38.93% in Macon County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 96.72% of Macon County.
- The top estimated average speed in Macon County, estimated at 36.82, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Macon County
If you live near Macon 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 Macon County:
Counties close to Macon County
- Clay County, TN: better coverage
- Robertson County, TN: better coverage
- Pickett County, TN: better coverage
- Montgomery County, TN: better coverage
- Scott County, TN: better coverage
- Stewart County, TN: better coverage
- Calloway County, KY: better coverage
- Bell County, KY: better coverage
- Claiborne County, TN: better coverage
- Hancock County, TN: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Macon County
- Transylvania County, NC: better coverage
- Catano Municipio, PR: better coverage
- Cedar County, IA: better coverage
- Chaffee County, CO: better coverage
- Chambers County, AL: better coverage
- Charlevoix County, MI: better coverage
- Cheboygan County, MI: better coverage
- Cherokee County, NC: better coverage
- Chester County, SC: better coverage
- Chickasaw County, MS: better coverage