In Tangier, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 90.6% of Tangier’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 96.49% of Tangier’s 438 residents. 5G reception covers up to 17.87% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Tangier providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Tangier, 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Tangier
Coverage:
95.58% of Tangier
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 17.85% 4G: 27.03% 3G or 2G: 88.09%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Tangier
Verizon Wireless covers 95.58% 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 Tangier) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
17.85% |
16.22% |
4G |
27.03% |
32.00% |
2G or 3G |
88.09% |
49.33% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 17.85% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 27.03% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Tangier mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Tangier
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 17.85% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.58% of Tangier homes. 46.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Tangier
Coverage:
96.45% of Tangier
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.00% 4G: 84.01% 3G or 2G: 96.45%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Tangier
AT&T Wireless covers 96.45% 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 Tangier) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.00% |
0.62% |
4G |
84.01% |
59.17% |
2G or 3G |
96.45% |
67.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.00% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 84.01% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Tangier mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Tangier
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.45% of Tangier homes. 96.45% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Tangier
Coverage:
41.22% of Tangier
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.14% 4G: 41.17% 3G or 2G: 19.29%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Tangier
T-Mobile covers 41.22% 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 Tangier) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.14% |
35.96% |
4G |
41.17% |
60.36% |
2G or 3G |
19.29% |
50.60% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.14% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 41.03% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Tangier mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Tangier
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.14% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 41.17% of Tangier homes. 19.40% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Tangier homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Tangier land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Tangier Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Tangier, VA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Tangier ranks #2321 out of 2688 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Virginia.
Best Tangier Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Tangier where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Tangier, VA: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Tangier. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 17.85% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 96.45% of Tangier homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Tangier, VA
If the price of a Tangier mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Tangier 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 Tangier 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.
Tangier, VA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Tangier Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Tangier 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 Tangier covering 17.87% of homes in the area while 4G covers 96.46% of the city. Overall, 96.49% of homes (438 people) and 90.6% of the land (3.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Tangier
Tangier 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Tangier cover 17.87% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 37.63% or 1.4 square miles of Tangier are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Tangier comes from Verizon Wireless with 17.85% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Tangier
Tangier 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 Tangier, 85.59% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 96.46% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Tangier with 96.45% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Tangier 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 Tangier houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 96.45% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Tangier land is provided by T-Mobile at 84.02% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from Verizon Wireless reporting 17.85% in Tangier.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 96.45% of Tangier.
- The top estimated average speed in Tangier, estimated at 33.60, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Tangier
If you live near Tangier 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 Tangier:
Cities close to Tangier
- Smith Island, MD: better coverage
- Ewell, MD: worse coverage
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- Chesconessex, VA: worse coverage
- Deep Creek, VA: worse coverage
- Crisfield, MD: better coverage
- Onancock, VA: better coverage
- Hopkins, VA: better coverage
- Reedville, VA: better coverage
- Ophelia, VA: worse coverage
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- West Leisenring, PA: better coverage
- West Jefferson, AL: better coverage
- West Independence, OH: better coverage
- West Glocester, RI: better coverage