In Memphis, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Memphis’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Memphis’s 78 residents. 5G reception covers up to 77.57% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Memphis providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Memphis, AL 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.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Memphis
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 Memphis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
75.46% |
78.10% |
2G or 3G |
99.28% |
99.82% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.46% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Memphis mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Memphis
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Memphis homes. 88.56% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Memphis
Coverage:
95.90% of Memphis
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 77.57% 4G: 29.64% 3G or 2G: 40.57%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Memphis
T-Mobile covers 95.90% 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 Memphis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
77.57% |
81.00% |
4G |
29.64% |
47.43% |
2G or 3G |
40.57% |
54.83% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 77.57% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Memphis mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Memphis
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 77.57% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.90% of Memphis homes. 40.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Memphis
Coverage:
100.00% of Memphis
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 24.38% 4G: 97.11% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Memphis
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 Memphis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
24.38% |
24.02% |
4G |
97.11% |
97.73% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 24.38% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.73% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Memphis mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Memphis
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 24.38% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Memphis homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Memphis homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Memphis land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Memphis Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Memphis, AL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Memphis ranks #1684 out of 2103 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Alabama.
Best Memphis Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Memphis where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Memphis, AL: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Memphis. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 77.57% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Memphis homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Memphis, AL
If the price of a Memphis mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis, AL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Memphis, 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 Memphis and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Southern Linc in Memphis
Southern Linc Data Speeds and Coverage in Memphis
Southern Linc covers 99.47% 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 Memphis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.47% |
99.95% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.47% of homes. We rank Southern Linc as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Memphis mobile providers.
Southern Linc Voice Quality in Memphis
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.47% of Memphis homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about C Spire Wireless in Memphis
C Spire Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Memphis
C Spire Wireless covers 84.25% 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 Memphis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
10.71% |
17.57% |
2G or 3G |
52.43% |
48.36% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 10.71% of homes. 41.72% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank C Spire Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Memphis mobile providers.
C Spire Wireless Voice Quality in Memphis
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 10.71% of Memphis homes. 84.03% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Memphis, AL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Memphis Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Memphis 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 Memphis covering 77.57% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (78 people) and 100.0% of the land (38.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Memphis
Memphis 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Memphis cover 77.57% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 81.00% or 31.4 square miles of Memphis are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Memphis comes from T-Mobile with 77.57% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Memphis
Memphis 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 Memphis, 99.95% 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 Memphis with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Memphis 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 Memphis houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Memphis land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 77.57% in Memphis.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 100.00% of Memphis.
- The top estimated average speed in Memphis, estimated at 55.07, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Memphis
If you live near Memphis 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 Memphis:
Cities close to Memphis
- McMullen, AL: better coverage
- Garden, AL: worse coverage
- Prairie Point, MS: better coverage
- Pickensville, AL: better coverage
- Aliceville, AL: better coverage
- Cochrane, AL: better coverage
- Dancy, AL: better coverage
- Bigbee Valley, MS: better coverage
- Sapps, AL: worse coverage
- Cunningham, AL: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Memphis
- Bay City, WA: worse coverage
- Berlin, AR: worse coverage
- Tiptop, KY: worse coverage
- Trousdale, KS: worse coverage
- Ben Arnold, TX: better coverage
- Trona, CA: worse coverage
- Triplet, VA: worse coverage
- Belmont, KS: worse coverage
- Triangle Lake, OR: worse coverage
- Tinkerville, MO: better coverage