In Mercer County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.8% of Mercer County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.96% of Mercer County’s 59,664 residents. 5G reception covers up to 90.50% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Mercer County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Mercer 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Mercer County
Coverage:
99.96% of Mercer County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 88.42% 4G: 94.75% 3G or 2G: 99.96%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mercer County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.96% 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 Mercer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
88.42% |
54.88% |
4G |
94.75% |
75.85% |
2G or 3G |
99.96% |
99.74% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 88.42% 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 AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mercer County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Mercer County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 88.42% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.77% of Mercer County homes. 99.96% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Mercer County
Coverage:
98.33% of Mercer County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 73.09% 4G: 63.00% 3G or 2G: 94.05%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Mercer County
T-Mobile covers 98.33% 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 Mercer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
73.09% |
44.72% |
4G |
63.00% |
27.45% |
2G or 3G |
94.05% |
74.71% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 73.09% 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 Mercer County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Mercer County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 73.09% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 83.85% of Mercer County homes. 98.21% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
98.74% of Mercer County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 94.16% 3G or 2G: 93.42%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mercer County
Verizon Wireless covers 98.74% 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 Mercer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
94.16% |
79.21% |
2G or 3G |
93.42% |
76.87% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 94.16% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mercer County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Mercer County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.74% of Mercer County homes. 89.19% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Mercer County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Mercer County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Mercer County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Mercer County, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Mercer County ranks #517 out of 2241 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.
Best Mercer County Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Mercer County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Mercer County, WV: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Mercer County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 88.42% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.96% of Mercer County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Mercer County, WV
If the price of a Mercer County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Mercer 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 Mercer 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 Mercer County, WV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Mercer 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 Mercer County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Mercer County
Coverage:
99.22% of Mercer County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 36.31% 4G: 87.77% 3G or 2G: 85.16%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Mercer County
US Cellular covers 99.22% 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 Mercer County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
36.31% |
10.58% |
4G |
87.77% |
68.72% |
2G or 3G |
85.16% |
76.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 36.31% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 51.46% 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 Mercer County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Mercer County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 36.31% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.03% of Mercer County homes. 99.14% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Mercer County, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Mercer County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Mercer 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 Mercer County covering 90.50% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.76% of the county. Overall, 99.96% of homes (59,664 people) and 99.8% of the land (417.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Mercer County
Mercer County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Mercer County cover 90.50% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 61.55% or 257.9 square miles of Mercer County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Mercer County comes from AT&T Wireless with 88.42% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Mercer County
Mercer 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 Mercer County, 97.85% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.76% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Mercer County with 98.77% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Mercer 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 Mercer County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.96% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Mercer County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.74% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 88.42% in Mercer County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 98.77% of Mercer County.
- The top estimated average speed in Mercer County, estimated at 62.78, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Mercer County
If you live near Mercer 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 Mercer County:
Counties close to Mercer County
- Giles County, VA: worse coverage
- McDowell County, WV: worse coverage
- Buchanan County, VA: worse coverage
- Craig County, VA: worse coverage
- Salem City, VA: better coverage
- Roanoke County, VA: better coverage
- Roanoke City, VA: better coverage
- Botetourt County, VA: better coverage
- Pike County, KY: worse coverage
- Bedford County, VA: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Mercer County
- Rutland County, VT: worse coverage
- Lincoln County, SD: better coverage
- Livingston County, NY: better coverage
- Maverick County, TX: better coverage
- Pulaski County, MO: better coverage
- Putnam County, WV: better coverage
- Queen Anne's County, MD: better coverage
- Reno County, KS: worse coverage
- Roane County, TN: worse coverage
- Rusk County, TX: better coverage