In Norton, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 64.2% of Norton’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 53.83% of Norton’s 444 residents. 5G reception covers up to 23.36% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Norton providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Norton, NC 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.
Coverage:
48.24% of Norton
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 16.88% 3G or 2G: 43.38%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Norton
AT&T Wireless covers 48.24% 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 Norton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
16.88% |
16.79% |
2G or 3G |
43.38% |
45.23% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 16.88% of homes. 26.50% 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 Norton mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Norton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 41.53% of Norton homes. 43.38% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Norton
Coverage:
48.38% of Norton
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.03% 4G: 26.10% 3G or 2G: 35.04%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Norton
Verizon Wireless covers 48.38% 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 Norton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.03% |
0.07% |
4G |
26.10% |
29.38% |
2G or 3G |
35.04% |
48.84% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.03% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 26.10% 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 Norton mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Norton
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.03% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 46.20% of Norton homes. 23.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Norton
Coverage:
36.35% of Norton
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 23.36% 4G: 11.03% 3G or 2G: 7.93%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Norton
T-Mobile covers 36.35% 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 Norton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
23.36% |
22.15% |
4G |
11.03% |
6.33% |
2G or 3G |
7.93% |
8.09% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 23.36% 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 Norton mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Norton
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 23.36% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 36.35% of Norton homes. 15.53% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Norton homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Norton land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Norton Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Norton, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Norton ranks #2348 out of 2352 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Norton Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Norton where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Norton, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Norton. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 23.36% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 48.38% of Norton homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Norton, NC
If the price of a Norton mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Norton 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 Norton 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 Norton, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Norton, 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 Norton and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Norton
Coverage:
25.46% of Norton
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.04% 4G: 4.78% 3G or 2G: 25.46%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Norton
US Cellular covers 25.46% 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 Norton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.04% |
0.23% |
4G |
4.78% |
7.40% |
2G or 3G |
25.46% |
26.21% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.04% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.78% of homes. 20.64% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Norton mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Norton
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.04% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 11.13% of Norton homes. 25.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Southern Linc Data Speeds and Coverage in Norton
Southern Linc covers 0.19% 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 Norton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.19% |
0.23% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.19% of homes. We rank Southern Linc as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Norton mobile providers.
Southern Linc Voice Quality in Norton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.19% of Norton homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Norton, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Norton Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Norton 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 Norton covering 23.36% of homes in the area while 4G covers 49.10% of the city. Overall, 53.83% of homes (434 people) and 64.2% of the land (35.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Norton
Norton 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Norton cover 23.36% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 22.15% or 12.2 square miles of Norton are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Norton comes from T-Mobile with 23.36% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Norton
Norton 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 Norton, 31.46% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 49.10% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Norton with 46.20% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Norton 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 Norton houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 48.38% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Norton land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 59.95% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 23.36% in Norton.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 46.20% of Norton.
- The top estimated average speed in Norton, estimated at 16.59, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Norton
If you live near Norton 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 Norton:
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