In the Memphis area, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of the Memphis area’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Memphis’s 1,345,425 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.62% 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, 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 the Memphis area
Coverage:
99.91% of the Memphis area
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.84% 4G: 97.39% 3G or 2G: 99.33%
More about T-Mobile in the Memphis area
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in the Memphis area
T-Mobile covers 99.91% 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 the Memphis area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
98.84% |
92.44% |
4G |
97.39% |
73.65% |
2G or 3G |
99.33% |
92.51% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.84% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Memphis mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in the Memphis area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.84% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.82% of Memphis homes. 99.42% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in the Memphis area
Coverage:
99.99% of the Memphis area
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 81.77% 4G: 99.39% 3G or 2G: 99.94%
More about Verizon Wireless in the Memphis area
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Memphis area
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% 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 the Memphis area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
81.77% |
28.00% |
4G |
99.39% |
92.37% |
2G or 3G |
99.94% |
99.52% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 81.77% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 17.62% 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 Memphis mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in the Memphis area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 81.77% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Memphis homes. 99.40% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in the Memphis area
Coverage:
100.00% of the Memphis area
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.25% 4G: 99.88% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Memphis area
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 the Memphis area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.25% |
71.89% |
4G |
99.88% |
97.94% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.25% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.63% 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 Memphis mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in the Memphis area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.25% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% 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 the Memphis area 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, TN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, the Memphis area ranks #427 out of 2054 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Tennessee.
Best Memphis Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of the Memphis area where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Memphis, TN: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in the Memphis area. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 98.84% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Memphis homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Memphis, TN
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 the Memphis area 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, TN
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in the Memphis area, 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 the Memphis area and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
57.45% of the Memphis area
1.08% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 20.80% 3G or 2G: 51.04%
More about C Spire Wireless in the Memphis area
C Spire Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Memphis area
C Spire Wireless covers 57.45% 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 the Memphis area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
20.80% |
16.45% |
2G or 3G |
51.04% |
49.07% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 20.80% of homes. 30.24% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank C Spire Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Memphis mobile providers.
C Spire Wireless Voice Quality in the Memphis area
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 20.80% of Memphis homes. 56.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Memphis, TN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Memphis Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in the Memphis area 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 the Memphis area covering 99.62% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (1,345,425 people) and 100.0% of the land (4,981.8 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 the Memphis area cover 99.62% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 93.58% or 4,662.0 square miles of the Memphis area are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Memphis comes from T-Mobile with 98.84% 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 the Memphis area, 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 the Memphis area with 99.99% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in the Memphis area 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 AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Memphis land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 98.84% in the Memphis area.
- The top estimated average speed in the Memphis area, estimated at 70.10, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
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 the Memphis area:
Cities close to Memphis
- Germantown, TN: better coverage
- Bartlett, TN: better coverage
- Cordova, TN: better coverage
- Woodstock, TN: better coverage
- West Memphis, AR: better coverage
- Gammon, AR: better coverage
- Lakeland, TN: better coverage
- Collierville, TN: better coverage
- Marion, AR: better coverage
- Arlington, TN: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Memphis
- Marietta, GA: better coverage
- Maple Grove, MN: better coverage
- Lehigh Acres, FL: better coverage
- Lawrence, MA: better coverage
- Lima, OH: better coverage
- Layton, UT: better coverage
- Las Cruces, NM: better coverage
- Lawrenceville, GA: better coverage
- Loganville, GA: better coverage
- Leander, TX: worse coverage