In Owsley County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 97.0% of Owsley County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.36% of Owsley County’s 4,051 residents. 5G reception covers up to 62.89% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Owsley County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Owsley County, KY 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 Owsley County
Coverage:
77.52% of Owsley County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 63.17% 4G: 47.49% 3G or 2G: 72.15%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Owsley County
T-Mobile covers 77.52% 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 Owsley County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
63.17% |
36.86% |
4G |
47.49% |
19.20% |
2G or 3G |
72.15% |
46.78% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 63.17% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Owsley County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Owsley County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 63.17% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 76.20% of Owsley County homes. 72.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
98.23% of Owsley County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 63.19% 3G or 2G: 98.23%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Owsley County
AT&T Wireless covers 98.23% 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 Owsley County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
63.19% |
37.31% |
2G or 3G |
98.23% |
93.82% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 63.19% of homes. 35.04% 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 Owsley County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Owsley County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 83.91% of Owsley County homes. 98.23% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
0.12% of Owsley County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.08% 3G or 2G: 0.03%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Owsley County
Verizon Wireless covers 0.12% 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 Owsley County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.08% |
0.28% |
2G or 3G |
0.03% |
0.12% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.08% 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 Owsley County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Owsley County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.12% of Owsley County homes. 0.06% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Owsley County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Owsley County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Owsley County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Owsley County, KY. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Owsley County ranks #2471 out of 2778 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Kentucky.
Best Owsley County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Owsley County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Owsley County, KY: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Owsley County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 63.17% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 98.23% of Owsley County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Owsley County, KY
If the price of a Owsley County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Owsley 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 Owsley 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 Owsley County, KY
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Owsley 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 Owsley County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
98.97% of Owsley County
0.28% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 93.92% 3G or 2G: 97.59%
More about Appalachian Wireless in Owsley County
Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Owsley County
Appalachian Wireless covers 98.97% 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 Owsley County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
93.92% |
87.24% |
2G or 3G |
97.59% |
94.98% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 93.92% of homes. 3.67% 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 Owsley County mobile providers.
Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in Owsley County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.92% of Owsley County homes. 98.34% 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 Owsley County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Owsley County, KY Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Owsley County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Owsley 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 Owsley County covering 62.89% of homes in the area while 4G covers 94.97% of the county. Overall, 99.36% of homes (4,051 people) and 97.0% of the land (191.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Owsley County
Owsley County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Owsley County cover 62.89% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 36.80% or 72.6 square miles of Owsley County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Owsley County comes from T-Mobile with 63.17% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Owsley County
Owsley 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 Owsley County, 94.42% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 94.97% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Appalachian Wireless has the best 4G network in Owsley County with 93.92% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Owsley 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 Owsley County houses is best with service from Appalachian Wireless, with 98.97% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Owsley County land is provided by Appalachian Wireless at 96.69% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 63.17% in Owsley County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Appalachian Wireless, covering 93.92% of Owsley County.
- The top estimated average speed in Owsley County, estimated at 37.68, Mbps is available through Appalachian Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Owsley County
If you live near Owsley 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 Owsley County:
Counties close to Owsley County
- Lee County, KY: better coverage
- Jackson County, KY: better coverage
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- Rockcastle County, KY: better coverage
- Knott County, KY: better coverage
- Floyd County, KY: better coverage
- Lincoln County, KY: better coverage
- Casey County, KY: better coverage
- Pike County, KY: better coverage
- Marion County, KY: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Owsley County
- Petersburg Census Area, AK: better coverage
- Lyon County, KY: better coverage
- Mackinac County, MI: better coverage
- Macon County, GA: better coverage
- Pawnee County, NE: better coverage
- Pembina County, ND: better coverage
- Pendleton County, WV: worse coverage
- Pepin County, WI: better coverage
- Perkins County, NE: better coverage
- Perkins County, SD: better coverage