In Shanks, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Shanks’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Shanks’s 2,147 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.55% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Shanks providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Shanks, 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.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Shanks
Verizon Wireless covers 3.83% 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 Shanks) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
3.34% |
2.80% |
2G or 3G |
0.03% |
0.05% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 3.34% 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 Shanks mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Shanks
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 3.83% of Shanks homes. 0.03% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Shanks
Coverage:
100.00% of Shanks
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.87% 4G: 99.68% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Shanks
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 Shanks) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.87% |
91.34% |
4G |
99.68% |
99.17% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.87% 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 AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Shanks mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Shanks
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.87% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Shanks homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Shanks
Coverage:
97.11% of Shanks
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.23% 4G: 66.59% 3G or 2G: 70.68%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Shanks
T-Mobile covers 97.11% 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 Shanks) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.23% |
93.35% |
4G |
66.59% |
67.11% |
2G or 3G |
70.68% |
70.17% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.23% 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 Shanks mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Shanks
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.23% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.11% of Shanks homes. 70.68% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Shanks homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Shanks land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Shanks Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Shanks, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Shanks ranks #277 out of 2241 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.
Best Shanks Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Shanks where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Shanks, WV: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Shanks. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 94.87% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Shanks homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Shanks, WV
If the price of a Shanks mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Shanks 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 Shanks 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 Shanks, WV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Shanks, 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 Shanks and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Shanks
Coverage:
99.65% of Shanks
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 32.58% 4G: 92.25% 3G or 2G: 99.63%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Shanks
US Cellular covers 99.65% 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 Shanks) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
32.58% |
28.65% |
4G |
92.25% |
88.70% |
2G or 3G |
99.63% |
99.15% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 32.58% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 59.67% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Shanks mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Shanks
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 32.58% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.52% of Shanks homes. 99.63% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Shanks, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Shanks Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Shanks 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 Shanks covering 97.55% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (2,147 people) and 100.0% of the land (32.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Shanks
Shanks 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Shanks cover 97.55% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 94.88% or 30.4 square miles of Shanks are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Shanks comes from AT&T Wireless with 94.87% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Shanks
Shanks 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 Shanks, 99.68% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Shanks with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Shanks 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 Shanks houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Shanks land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 94.87% in Shanks.
- The top estimated average speed in Shanks, estimated at 67.36, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Shanks
If you live near Shanks 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 Shanks:
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