In Pickens, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 79.9% of Pickens’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 74.08% of Pickens’s 93 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.30% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Pickens providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Pickens, WV 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.
More about Verizon Wireless in Pickens
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pickens
Verizon Wireless covers 0.02% 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 Pickens) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.02% |
0.01% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.02% of homes. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pickens mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Pickens
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.02% of Pickens homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Pickens
T-Mobile covers 1.21% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Pickens) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
1.21% |
1.21% |
1.21% 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 Pickens mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Pickens
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Pickens homes. 1.21% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Pickens
Coverage:
71.24% of Pickens
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.32% 4G: 8.62% 3G or 2G: 71.24%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pickens
AT&T Wireless covers 71.24% 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 Pickens) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.32% |
0.28% |
4G |
8.62% |
7.94% |
2G or 3G |
71.24% |
79.01% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.32% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.62% of homes. 62.30% 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 Pickens mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Pickens
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.32% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 20.65% of Pickens homes. 71.24% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Pickens homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Pickens land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Pickens Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Pickens, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Pickens ranks #2113 out of 2241 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.
Best Pickens Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of Pickens where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Pickens, WV: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Pickens. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 20.65% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 71.24% of Pickens homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Pickens, WV
If the price of a Pickens mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Pickens 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 Pickens 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 Pickens, WV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Pickens, 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 Pickens and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about US Cellular in Pickens
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Pickens
US Cellular covers 61.48% 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 Pickens) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
9.78% |
6.14% |
2G or 3G |
61.48% |
59.09% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 9.78% of homes. 51.70% 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 Pickens mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Pickens
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 30.09% of Pickens homes. 61.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Pickens, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Pickens Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Pickens 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 Pickens covering 0.30% of homes in the area while 4G covers 33.19% of the city. Overall, 74.08% of homes (93 people) and 79.9% of the land (32.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Pickens
Pickens 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Pickens cover 0.30% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 0.28% or 0.1 square miles of Pickens are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Pickens comes from AT&T Wireless with 0.32% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Pickens
Pickens 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 Pickens, 17.77% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 33.19% is covered by 4G HD voice service. US Cellular has the best 4G network in Pickens with 30.09% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Pickens 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 Pickens houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 71.24% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Pickens land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 79.01% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 0.32% in Pickens.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with US Cellular, covering 30.09% of Pickens.
- The top estimated average speed in Pickens, estimated at 5.54, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Pickens
If you live near Pickens 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 Pickens:
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