In Mingo County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 88.2% of Mingo County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 92.35% of Mingo County’s 23,568 residents. 5G reception covers up to 29.40% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Mingo County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Mingo 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Mingo County
Coverage:
43.85% of Mingo County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 33.62% 4G: 23.80% 3G or 2G: 27.88%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Mingo County
T-Mobile covers 43.85% 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 Mingo County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
33.62% |
15.19% |
4G |
23.80% |
5.94% |
2G or 3G |
27.88% |
12.44% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 33.62% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mingo County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Mingo County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 33.62% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 43.75% of Mingo County homes. 27.88% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
88.24% of Mingo County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 30.10% 3G or 2G: 88.24%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mingo County
AT&T Wireless covers 88.24% 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 Mingo County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
30.10% |
21.75% |
2G or 3G |
88.24% |
85.87% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 30.10% of homes. 58.14% 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 Mingo County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Mingo County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 39.32% of Mingo County homes. 88.24% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
58.63% of Mingo County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 36.20% 3G or 2G: 50.12%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mingo County
Verizon Wireless covers 58.63% 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 Mingo County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
36.20% |
20.69% |
2G or 3G |
50.12% |
32.59% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 36.20% 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 Mingo County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Mingo County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 56.01% of Mingo County homes. 34.18% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Mingo County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Mingo County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Mingo County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Mingo County, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Mingo County ranks #1412 out of 2241 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.
Best Mingo County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Mingo County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Mingo 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 Mingo County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 33.62% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 88.24% of Mingo County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Mingo County, WV
If the price of a Mingo County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Mingo 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 Mingo 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 Mingo County, WV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Mingo 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 Mingo County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
78.04% of Mingo County
0.28% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 71.65% 3G or 2G: 56.26%
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Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mingo County
Appalachian Wireless covers 78.04% 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 Mingo County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
71.65% |
61.18% |
2G or 3G |
56.26% |
46.74% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 71.65% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Appalachian Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mingo County mobile providers.
Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in Mingo County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 71.65% of Mingo County homes. 56.30% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Appalachian Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Mingo County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Mingo County, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Mingo County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Mingo 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 Mingo County covering 29.40% of homes in the area while 4G covers 79.75% of the county. Overall, 92.35% of homes (23,487 people) and 88.2% of the land (373.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Mingo County
Mingo County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Mingo County cover 29.40% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 14.98% or 63.4 square miles of Mingo County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Mingo County comes from T-Mobile with 33.62% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Mingo County
Mingo 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 Mingo County, 74.39% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 79.75% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Appalachian Wireless has the best 4G network in Mingo County with 71.65% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Mingo 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 Mingo County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 88.24% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Mingo County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 85.87% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 33.62% in Mingo County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Appalachian Wireless, covering 71.65% of Mingo County.
- The top estimated average speed in Mingo County, estimated at 28.66, Mbps is available through Appalachian Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Mingo County
If you live near Mingo 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 Mingo County:
Counties close to Mingo County
- Logan County, WV: worse coverage
- Martin County, KY: better coverage
- Wyoming County, WV: worse coverage
- Johnson County, KY: better coverage
- Magoffin County, KY: better coverage
- Raleigh County, WV: better coverage
- Summers County, WV: better coverage
- Wolfe County, KY: better coverage
- Greenbrier County, WV: better coverage
- Powell County, KY: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Mingo County
- Winn Parish, LA: better coverage
- Henry County, AL: better coverage
- Henry County, IA: better coverage
- Henry County, KY: better coverage
- Henry County, OH: better coverage
- Henry County, TN: better coverage
- Hertford County, NC: better coverage
- Hickman County, TN: better coverage
- Hill County, MT: better coverage
- Henderson County, TN: better coverage