In Smith County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Smith County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Smith County’s 14,209 residents. 5G reception covers up to 86.12% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Smith County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Smith County, MS 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:
95.62% of Smith County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 72.09% 3G or 2G: 79.05%
More about Verizon Wireless in Smith County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Smith County
Verizon Wireless covers 95.62% 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 Smith County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
72.09% |
54.77% |
2G or 3G |
79.05% |
63.36% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.09% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smith County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Smith County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.58% of Smith County homes. 64.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Smith County
Coverage:
95.28% of Smith County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.40% 4G: 66.08% 3G or 2G: 71.42%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Smith County
T-Mobile covers 95.28% 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 Smith County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.40% |
74.67% |
4G |
66.08% |
51.05% |
2G or 3G |
71.42% |
54.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.40% 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 Smith County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Smith County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.40% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.84% of Smith County homes. 71.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Smith County
Coverage:
100.00% of Smith County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 48.15% 4G: 94.37% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Smith County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Smith County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
48.15% |
31.17% |
4G |
94.37% |
89.15% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 48.15% 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 #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smith County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Smith County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 48.15% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.46% of Smith County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Smith County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Smith County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Smith County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Smith County, MS. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Smith County ranks #1069 out of 1607 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Mississippi.
Best Smith County Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Smith County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Smith County, MS: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Smith County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 82.40% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Smith County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Smith County, MS
If the price of a Smith County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Smith 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 Smith 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 Smith County, MS
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Smith 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 Smith County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
94.38% of Smith County
1.08% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 93.26% 3G or 2G: 86.92%
More about C Spire Wireless in Smith County
C Spire Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Smith County
C Spire Wireless covers 94.38% 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 Smith County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
93.26% |
88.78% |
2G or 3G |
86.92% |
78.56% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 93.26% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank C Spire Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smith County mobile providers.
C Spire Wireless Voice Quality in Smith County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.26% of Smith County homes. 91.26% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Southern Linc Data Speeds and Coverage in Smith County
Southern Linc covers 54.03% 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 Smith County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
54.03% |
44.53% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 54.03% of homes. We rank Southern Linc as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smith County mobile providers.
Southern Linc Voice Quality in Smith County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 54.03% of Smith County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Smith County, MS Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Smith County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Smith 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 Smith County covering 86.12% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.08% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (14,209 people) and 100.0% of the land (636.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Smith County
Smith County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Smith County cover 86.12% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 75.44% or 480.0 square miles of Smith County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Smith County comes from T-Mobile with 82.40% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Smith County
Smith 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 Smith County, 98.14% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.08% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Smith County with 96.46% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Smith 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 Smith County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Smith County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 82.40% in Smith County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 96.46% of Smith County.
- The top estimated average speed in Smith County, estimated at 58.50, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Smith County
If you live near Smith 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 Smith County:
Counties close to Smith County
- Simpson County, MS: better coverage
- Jasper County, MS: worse coverage
- Clarke County, MS: better coverage
- Copiah County, MS: better coverage
- Choctaw County, AL: worse coverage
- Claiborne County, MS: worse coverage
- Tensas Parish, LA: worse coverage
- Wilcox County, AL: worse coverage
- Caldwell Parish, LA: better coverage
- Winn Parish, LA: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Smith County
- Douglas County, IL: better coverage
- Seminole County, OK: better coverage
- Scurry County, TX: better coverage
- Screven County, GA: better coverage
- Scott County, VA: worse coverage
- Scott County, TN: better coverage
- Schuyler County, NY: worse coverage
- Sawyer County, WI: worse coverage
- Santa Isabel Municipio, PR: better coverage
- San Juan County, WA: better coverage