Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Trace, WV


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In Trace, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 60.1% of Trace’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 59.45% of Trace’s 501 residents. 5G reception covers up to 8.47% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Trace providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Trace, WV Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

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


Mint

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

T-Mobile 5G available in Trace


Coverage:

19.43% of Trace

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 8.54% 4G: 2.45% 3G or 2G: 10.99%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Trace

T-Mobile covers 19.43% 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 Trace) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
8.54%
7.25%
4G
2.45%
2.12%
2G or 3G
10.99%
9.71%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 8.54% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Trace mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Trace

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 8.54% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 19.43% of Trace homes. 10.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

AT&T Wireless


Coverage:

57.60% of Trace

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 4.55% 3G or 2G: 57.60%


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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Trace

AT&T Wireless covers 57.60% of homes in the city 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 Trace) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
4.55%
4.71%
2G or 3G
57.60%
56.58%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.55% of homes. 53.05% 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 Trace mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Trace

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 10.79% of Trace homes. 57.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

16.83% of Trace

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 2.62% 3G or 2G: 3.16%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Trace

Verizon Wireless covers 16.83% of homes in the city 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 Trace) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
2.62%
2.73%
2G or 3G
3.16%
2.72%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.62% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Trace mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Trace

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 16.83% of Trace homes. 1.90% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Trace homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Trace land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Trace Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Trace, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Trace ranks #1916 out of 2241 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.

Map of the fastest cell company in Trace
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Best Trace Cell Provider Key

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Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Trace, WV: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Trace. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 19.43% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 57.60% of Trace homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Trace, WV

If the price of a Trace mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Trace 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 Trace wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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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 Trace, WV

The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Trace, 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 Trace and the providers’ coverage areas.

Appalachian Wireless


Coverage:

57.06% of Trace

0.28% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 57.06% 3G or 2G: 3.44%


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Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Trace

Appalachian Wireless covers 57.06% of homes in the city 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 Trace) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
57.06%
56.93%
2G or 3G
3.44%
3.66%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 57.06% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Appalachian Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Trace mobile providers.

Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in Trace

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 57.06% of Trace homes. 3.17% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Despite being much smaller, Appalachian Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Trace than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.

 

Trace, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Trace
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Trace Fastest Speeds Key

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4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Trace 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 Trace covering 8.47% of homes in the area while 4G covers 57.43% of the city. Overall, 59.45% of homes (501 people) and 60.1% of the land (17.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Trace

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Trace
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Trace 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Trace cover 8.47% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 7.24% or 2.1 square miles of Trace are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Trace comes from T-Mobile with 8.54% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Trace

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Trace
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Trace 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Trace, 57.06% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 57.43% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Appalachian Wireless has the best 4G network in Trace with 57.06% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Trace 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 Trace houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 57.60% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Trace land is provided by Appalachian Wireless at 56.93% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 8.54% in Trace.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Appalachian Wireless, covering 57.06% of Trace.
  • The top estimated average speed in Trace, estimated at 22.82, Mbps is available through Appalachian Wireless.

 

Mobile Service Cities Near Trace

If you live near Trace but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.

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