In Mountain City, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.4% of Mountain City’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.73% of Mountain City’s 11,711 residents. 5G reception covers up to 86.12% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Mountain City providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Mountain City, 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 Mountain City
Coverage:
87.65% of Mountain City
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.23% 4G: 69.61% 3G or 2G: 81.85%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Mountain City
T-Mobile covers 87.65% 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 Mountain City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.23% |
56.38% |
4G |
69.61% |
40.30% |
2G or 3G |
81.85% |
55.34% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.23% 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 Mountain City mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Mountain City
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.23% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 85.90% of Mountain City homes. 83.32% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Mountain City
Coverage:
95.75% of Mountain City
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 78.87% 4G: 93.89% 3G or 2G: 95.69%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mountain City
AT&T Wireless covers 95.75% 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 Mountain City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
78.87% |
58.09% |
4G |
93.89% |
88.36% |
2G or 3G |
95.69% |
91.71% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.87% 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 #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mountain City mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Mountain City
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.87% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.40% of Mountain City homes. 95.69% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Mountain City
Coverage:
97.81% of Mountain City
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 56.58% 4G: 88.39% 3G or 2G: 97.76%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mountain City
Verizon Wireless covers 97.81% 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 Mountain City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
56.58% |
48.84% |
4G |
88.39% |
76.04% |
2G or 3G |
97.76% |
93.64% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 56.58% 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 Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mountain City mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Mountain City
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 56.58% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.31% of Mountain City homes. 89.74% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Mountain City homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Mountain City land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Mountain City Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Mountain City, TN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Mountain City ranks #1269 out of 2054 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Tennessee.
Best Mountain City Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Mountain City where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Mountain City, TN: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Mountain City. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 82.23% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 97.81% of Mountain City homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Mountain City, TN
If the price of a Mountain City mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Mountain City 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 Mountain City 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 Mountain City, TN
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Mountain City, 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 Mountain City and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
16.63% of Mountain City
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 4.21% 3G or 2G: 0.04%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Mountain City
US Cellular covers 16.63% 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 Mountain City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
4.21% |
3.64% |
2G or 3G |
0.04% |
0.06% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.21% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mountain City mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Mountain City
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 16.63% of Mountain City homes. 0.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
66.27% of Mountain City
0.32% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 8.92% 3G or 2G: 66.14%
More about Carolina West Wireless in Mountain City
Carolina West Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mountain City
Carolina West Wireless covers 66.27% 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 Mountain City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
8.92% |
16.34% |
2G or 3G |
66.14% |
63.93% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.92% of homes. 57.22% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Carolina West Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mountain City mobile providers.
Carolina West Wireless Voice Quality in Mountain City
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 8.92% of Mountain City homes. 66.14% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Mountain City, TN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Mountain City Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Mountain City 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 Mountain City covering 86.12% of homes in the area while 4G covers 97.27% of the city. Overall, 99.73% of homes (11,711 people) and 99.4% of the land (100.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Mountain City
Mountain City 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Mountain City cover 86.12% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 69.60% or 70.5 square miles of Mountain City are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Mountain City comes from T-Mobile with 82.23% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Mountain City
Mountain City 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 Mountain City, 95.68% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 97.27% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Mountain City with 96.31% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Mountain City 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 Mountain City houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 97.81% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Mountain City land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 93.88% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 82.23% in Mountain City.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 96.31% of Mountain City.
- The top estimated average speed in Mountain City, estimated at 58.38, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Mountain City
If you live near Mountain City 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 Mountain City:
Cities close to Mountain City
- Neva, TN: worse coverage
- Harmon, TN: worse coverage
- Shady Valley, TN: worse coverage
- Silver Lake, TN: worse coverage
- Trade, TN: worse coverage
- Laurel Bloomery, TN: worse coverage
- Grayson, NC: worse coverage
- Buladeen, TN: worse coverage
- Doeville, TN: worse coverage
- Creston, NC: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Mountain City
- Goshen, OH: better coverage
- Guttenberg, NJ: better coverage
- Gunbarrel, CO: better coverage
- Gulfport, FL: better coverage
- Gulf Gate Estates, FL: better coverage
- Gridley, CA: better coverage
- Greenville, WI: better coverage
- Greenville, AL: better coverage
- Greentree, NJ: better coverage
- Green River, WY: worse coverage