In North Charleston, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of North Charleston’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of North Charleston’s 104,480 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the North Charleston providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
North Charleston, SC 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 North Charleston
Coverage:
100.00% of North Charleston
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00% 4G: 99.99% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in North Charleston
T-Mobile 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 North Charleston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
99.74% |
4G |
99.99% |
96.91% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.91% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among North Charleston mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in North Charleston
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of North Charleston homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in North Charleston
Coverage:
100.00% of North Charleston
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 86.86% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in North Charleston
Verizon 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 North Charleston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
86.86% |
87.86% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.98% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 86.86% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among North Charleston mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in North Charleston
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 86.86% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of North Charleston homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in North Charleston
Coverage:
100.00% of North Charleston
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 40.73% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in North Charleston
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 North Charleston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
40.73% |
28.82% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.66% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 40.73% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 59.27% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among North Charleston mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in North Charleston
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 40.73% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of North Charleston 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 North Charleston homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as North Charleston land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the North Charleston Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in North Charleston, SC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, North Charleston ranks #1 out of 1199 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in South Carolina.
Best North Charleston Cell Provider Key
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in North Charleston, SC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in North Charleston. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 100.00% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of North Charleston homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in North Charleston, SC
If the price of a North Charleston mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in North Charleston 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 North Charleston 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 North Charleston, SC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in North Charleston, 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 North Charleston and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
100.00% of North Charleston
0.06% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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FTC Communications Data Speeds and Coverage in North Charleston
FTC Communications 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 North Charleston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank FTC Communications as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among North Charleston mobile providers.
FTC Communications Voice Quality in North Charleston
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of North Charleston homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
North Charleston, SC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
North Charleston Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in North Charleston 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 North Charleston covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (104,480 people) and 100.0% of the land (56.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in North Charleston
North Charleston 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in North Charleston cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 100.00% or 56.6 square miles of North Charleston are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in North Charleston comes from T-Mobile with 100.00% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in North Charleston
North Charleston 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 North Charleston, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and FTC Communications has the best 4G network in North Charleston with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in North Charleston 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 North Charleston houses is best with service from T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and FTC Communications, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all North Charleston land is provided by T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and FTC Communications at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 100.00% in North Charleston.
- The top estimated average speed in North Charleston, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near North Charleston
If you live near North Charleston 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 North Charleston:
Cities close to North Charleston
- Charleston Afb, SC: equal coverage
- Hanahan, SC: equal coverage
- Ladson, SC: equal coverage
- Goose Creek, SC: equal coverage
- Red Top, SC: equal coverage
- Lincolnville, SC: equal coverage
- Summerville, SC: equal coverage
- Wando, SC: worse coverage
- Mount Pleasant, SC: worse coverage
- Pimlico, SC: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to North Charleston
- Rancho Cordova, CA: equal coverage
- Queen Creek, AZ: worse coverage
- Pleasanton, CA: worse coverage
- Rancho Cucamonga, CA: equal coverage
- Plainfield, IL: equal coverage
- Ponce, PR: worse coverage
- Pomona, CA: equal coverage
- Portland, ME: worse coverage
- Rapid City, SD: worse coverage
- Racine, WI: worse coverage