In Smyth County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 88.6% of Smyth County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 96.56% of Smyth County’s 29,800 residents. 5G reception covers up to 63.78% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Smyth County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Smyth County, VA 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:
87.73% of Smyth County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 78.47% 3G or 2G: 81.77%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Smyth County
AT&T Wireless covers 87.73% 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 Smyth County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
78.47% |
40.52% |
2G or 3G |
81.77% |
56.24% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 78.47% 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 Smyth County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Smyth County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.40% of Smyth County homes. 81.77% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Smyth County
Coverage:
79.02% of Smyth County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 58.82% 4G: 66.21% 3G or 2G: 72.32%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Smyth County
T-Mobile covers 79.02% 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 Smyth County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
58.82% |
33.09% |
4G |
66.21% |
28.81% |
2G or 3G |
72.32% |
34.94% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 58.82% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smyth County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Smyth County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 58.82% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 78.87% of Smyth County homes. 72.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Smyth County
Coverage:
95.41% of Smyth County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 12.49% 4G: 85.98% 3G or 2G: 91.08%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Smyth County
Verizon Wireless covers 95.41% 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 Smyth County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
12.49% |
7.39% |
4G |
85.98% |
63.36% |
2G or 3G |
91.08% |
70.42% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 12.49% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 73.49% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smyth County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Smyth County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 12.49% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.22% of Smyth County homes. 86.47% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Smyth County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Smyth County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Smyth County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Smyth County, VA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Smyth County ranks #2301 out of 2688 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Virginia.
Best Smyth County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Smyth County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Smyth County, VA: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Smyth County. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 58.82% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 95.41% of Smyth County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Smyth County, VA
If the price of a Smyth County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Smyth 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 Smyth 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 Smyth County, VA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Smyth 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 Smyth County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Smyth County
Coverage:
86.86% of Smyth County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 6.58% 4G: 53.90% 3G or 2G: 86.81%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Smyth County
US Cellular covers 86.86% 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 Smyth County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
6.58% |
2.49% |
4G |
53.90% |
28.97% |
2G or 3G |
86.81% |
79.04% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 6.58% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 53.90% of homes. 26.33% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smyth County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Smyth County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 6.58% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 80.04% of Smyth County homes. 86.81% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Carolina West Wireless in Smyth County
Carolina West Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Smyth County
Carolina West Wireless covers 1.30% 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 Smyth County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.22% |
0.24% |
2G or 3G |
1.30% |
1.22% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.22% of homes. 1.08% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Carolina West Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Smyth County mobile providers.
Carolina West Wireless Voice Quality in Smyth County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.22% of Smyth County homes. 1.30% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Smyth County, VA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Smyth County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Smyth 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 Smyth County covering 63.78% of homes in the area while 4G covers 95.67% of the county. Overall, 96.56% of homes (29,677 people) and 88.6% of the land (400.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Smyth County
Smyth County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Smyth County cover 63.78% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 35.46% or 160.1 square miles of Smyth County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Smyth County comes from T-Mobile with 58.82% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Smyth County
Smyth 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 Smyth County, 88.43% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 95.67% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Smyth County with 95.22% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Smyth 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 Smyth County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 95.41% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Smyth County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 82.87% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 58.82% in Smyth County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 95.22% of Smyth County.
- The top estimated average speed in Smyth County, estimated at 38.26, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Smyth County
If you live near Smyth 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 Smyth County:
Counties close to Smyth County
- Washington County, VA: better coverage
- Wythe County, VA: better coverage
- Russell County, VA: better coverage
- Carroll County, VA: better coverage
- Wise County, VA: better coverage
- Norton City, VA: better coverage
- Floyd County, VA: better coverage
- Lee County, VA: better coverage
- Harlan County, KY: better coverage
- Pittsylvania County, VA: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Smyth County
- Franklin County, AL: better coverage
- San Miguel County, NM: better coverage
- San Lorenzo Municipio, PR: better coverage
- San Jacinto County, TX: better coverage
- San German Municipio, PR: better coverage
- Geary County, KS: better coverage
- Garrett County, MD: better coverage
- Fulton County, IL: better coverage
- Freeborn County, MN: better coverage
- Fredericksburg City, VA: better coverage