In Somerset County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Somerset County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Somerset County’s 74,129 residents. 5G reception covers up to 93.38% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Somerset County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Somerset County, PA 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Somerset County
Coverage:
99.59% of Somerset County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 78.64% 4G: 95.57% 3G or 2G: 99.41%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Somerset County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.59% 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 Somerset County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
78.64% |
55.81% |
4G |
95.57% |
84.38% |
2G or 3G |
99.41% |
97.15% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.64% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Somerset County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Somerset County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.64% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.46% of Somerset County homes. 99.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Somerset County
Coverage:
97.01% of Somerset County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.75% 4G: 77.49% 3G or 2G: 85.26%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Somerset County
T-Mobile covers 97.01% 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 Somerset County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
90.75% |
77.22% |
4G |
77.49% |
54.32% |
2G or 3G |
85.26% |
65.58% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.75% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Somerset County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Somerset County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.75% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.44% of Somerset County homes. 86.24% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Somerset County
Coverage:
99.81% of Somerset County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 5.61% 4G: 97.67% 3G or 2G: 92.06%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Somerset County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.81% 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 Somerset County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
5.61% |
2.47% |
4G |
97.67% |
94.24% |
2G or 3G |
92.06% |
77.46% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 5.61% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.06% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Somerset County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Somerset County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 5.61% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.79% of Somerset County homes. 91.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Somerset County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Somerset County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Somerset County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Somerset County, PA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Somerset County ranks #3516 out of 4921 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Pennsylvania.
Best Somerset 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 Somerset County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Somerset County, PA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Somerset County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 90.75% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.81% of Somerset County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Somerset County, PA
If the price of a Somerset County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset County, PA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Somerset 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 Somerset County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Somerset County
Coverage:
2.67% of Somerset County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 2.41% 4G: 0.19% 3G or 2G: 0.25%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Somerset County
US Cellular covers 2.67% 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 Somerset County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
2.41% |
0.62% |
4G |
0.19% |
0.28% |
2G or 3G |
0.25% |
0.33% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 2.41% 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 US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Somerset County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Somerset County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 2.41% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.24% of Somerset County homes. 0.25% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Somerset County, PA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Somerset County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Somerset 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 Somerset County covering 93.38% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.96% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (74,129 people) and 99.9% of the land (1,074.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Somerset County
Somerset County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Somerset County cover 93.38% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 79.18% or 851.2 square miles of Somerset County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Somerset County comes from T-Mobile with 90.75% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Somerset County
Somerset 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 Somerset County, 99.28% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.96% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Somerset County with 99.79% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Somerset 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 Somerset County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.81% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Somerset County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.61% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 90.75% in Somerset County.
- The top estimated average speed in Somerset County, estimated at 64.43, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Somerset County
If you live near Somerset 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 Somerset County:
Counties close to Somerset County
- Bedford County, PA: worse coverage
- Fayette County, PA: better coverage
- Fulton County, PA: better coverage
- Ohio County, WV: better coverage
- Marshall County, WV: worse coverage
- Belmont County, OH: better coverage
- York County, PA: better coverage
- Guernsey County, OH: worse coverage
- Lancaster County, PA: better coverage
- Muskingum County, OH: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Somerset County
- Jones County, MS: worse coverage
- St. Landry Parish, LA: better coverage
- Shiawassee County, MI: better coverage
- San Patricio County, TX: better coverage
- San Benito County, CA: better coverage
- Rockingham County, VA: worse coverage
- Putnam County, TN: better coverage
- Payne County, OK: better coverage
- Lewis and Clark County, MT: better coverage
- Lee County, MS: better coverage