Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Oscar, WV


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In Oscar, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 89.2% of Oscar’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 89.88% of Oscar’s 147 residents. 5G reception covers up to 4.68% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Oscar providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Oscar, WV Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

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


Mint

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

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Oscar


Coverage:

89.88% of Oscar

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 4.68% 4G: 37.06% 3G or 2G: 89.88%


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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Oscar

AT&T Wireless covers 89.88% 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 Oscar) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
4.68%
4.03%
4G
37.06%
34.33%
2G or 3G
89.88%
89.16%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 4.68% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 37.06% of homes. 48.14% 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 Oscar mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Oscar

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 4.68% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 67.35% of Oscar homes. 89.88% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Oscar


Coverage:

24.42% of Oscar

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 0.59% 4G: 0.61% 3G or 2G: 11.39%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Oscar

T-Mobile covers 24.42% 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 Oscar) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
0.59%
0.48%
4G
0.61%
0.69%
2G or 3G
11.39%
9.47%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.59% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.61% of homes. 10.19% 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 Oscar mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Oscar

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.24% of Oscar homes. 24.42% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

9.75% of Oscar

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 3.82% 3G or 2G: 1.43%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Oscar

Verizon Wireless covers 9.75% 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 Oscar) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
3.82%
3.50%
2G or 3G
1.43%
1.18%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 3.82% 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 Oscar mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Oscar

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 9.75% of Oscar homes. 1.49% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Oscar homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Oscar land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Oscar Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Oscar, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Oscar ranks #1805 out of 2241 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.

Map of the fastest cell company in Oscar
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Best Oscar Cell Provider Key

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Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Oscar, WV: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Oscar. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 67.35% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 89.88% of Oscar homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Oscar, WV

If the price of a Oscar mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Oscar 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 Oscar wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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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 Oscar, WV

The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Oscar, 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 Oscar and the providers’ coverage areas.

US Cellular


Coverage:

24.41% of Oscar

10.17% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 0.61% 3G or 2G: 24.41%


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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Oscar

US Cellular covers 24.41% 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 Oscar) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
0.61%
0.50%
2G or 3G
24.41%
22.06%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.61% of homes. 23.80% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Oscar mobile providers.

US Cellular Voice Quality in Oscar

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.61% of Oscar homes. 24.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

 

Oscar, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Oscar
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Oscar Fastest Speeds Key

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4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Oscar 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 Oscar covering 4.68% of homes in the area while 4G covers 67.35% of the city. Overall, 89.88% of homes (147 people) and 89.2% of the land (29.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Oscar

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Oscar 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Oscar cover 4.68% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 4.03% or 1.3 square miles of Oscar are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Oscar comes from AT&T Wireless with 4.68% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Oscar

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Oscar 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Oscar, 37.06% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 67.35% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Oscar with 67.35% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Oscar 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 Oscar houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 89.88% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Oscar land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 89.16% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 4.68% in Oscar.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 67.35% of Oscar.
  • The top estimated average speed in Oscar, estimated at 19.59, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.

 

Mobile Service Cities Near Oscar

If you live near Oscar 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 Oscar:

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