In Southampton County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Southampton County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Southampton County’s 17,996 residents. 5G reception covers up to 95.46% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Southampton County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Southampton 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Southampton County
Coverage:
99.58% of Southampton County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.46% 4G: 86.26% 3G or 2G: 79.27%
More about T-Mobile in Southampton County
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Southampton County
T-Mobile covers 99.58% 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 Southampton County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
95.46% |
90.88% |
4G |
86.26% |
76.47% |
2G or 3G |
79.27% |
70.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.46% 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 Southampton County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Southampton County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.46% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.54% of Southampton County homes. 79.47% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Southampton County
Coverage:
100.00% of Southampton County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 2.19% 4G: 98.46% 3G or 2G: 98.25%
More about Verizon Wireless in Southampton County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Southampton County
Verizon 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 Southampton County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
2.19% |
1.86% |
4G |
98.46% |
93.75% |
2G or 3G |
98.25% |
97.12% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 2.19% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.27% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Southampton County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Southampton County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 2.19% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Southampton County homes. 96.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
98.94% of Southampton County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 87.39% 3G or 2G: 94.04%
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More about AT&T Wireless in Southampton County
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Southampton County
AT&T Wireless covers 98.94% 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 Southampton County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
87.39% |
74.58% |
2G or 3G |
94.04% |
86.99% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 87.39% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Southampton County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Southampton County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.41% of Southampton County homes. 94.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Southampton County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Southampton County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Southampton County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Southampton County, VA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Southampton County ranks #1045 out of 2688 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Virginia.
Best Southampton County Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Southampton County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Southampton County, VA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Southampton County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 95.46% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Southampton County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Southampton County, VA
If the price of a Southampton County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton County, VA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Southampton 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 Southampton County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
0.24% of Southampton County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.03% 3G or 2G: 0.23%
More about US Cellular in Southampton County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Southampton County
US Cellular covers 0.24% 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 Southampton County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.03% |
0.02% |
2G or 3G |
0.23% |
0.17% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.03% of homes. 0.20% 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 Southampton County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Southampton County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.03% of Southampton County homes. 0.23% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Southampton County, VA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Southampton County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Southampton 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 Southampton County covering 95.46% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (17,996 people) and 100.0% of the land (599.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Southampton County
Southampton County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Southampton County cover 95.46% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 90.88% or 544.5 square miles of Southampton County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Southampton County comes from T-Mobile with 95.46% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Southampton County
Southampton 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 Southampton County, 99.41% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Southampton County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Southampton 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 Southampton County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Southampton County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.99% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 95.46% in Southampton County.
- The top estimated average speed in Southampton County, estimated at 67.78, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Southampton County
If you live near Southampton 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 Southampton County:
Counties close to Southampton County
- Franklin City, VA: better coverage
- Greensville County, VA: worse coverage
- Emporia City, VA: better coverage
- Suffolk City, VA: better coverage
- Portsmouth City, VA: better coverage
- Chesapeake City, VA: better coverage
- Brunswick County, VA: worse coverage
- Norfolk City, VA: better coverage
- Virginia Beach City, VA: better coverage
- Mecklenburg County, VA: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Southampton County
- Del Norte County, CA: worse coverage
- Sibley County, MN: better coverage
- Shelby County, TX: worse coverage
- Drew County, AR: worse coverage
- Dodge County, MN: better coverage
- Dodge County, GA: better coverage
- Dixie County, FL: worse coverage
- Dinwiddie County, VA: worse coverage
- Dickinson County, MI: worse coverage
- Dickinson County, IA: worse coverage