In Unicoi County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 93.9% of Unicoi County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.07% of Unicoi County’s 17,928 residents. 5G reception covers up to 87.92% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Unicoi County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Unicoi County, TN 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:
97.47% of Unicoi County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 96.00% 3G or 2G: 95.31%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Unicoi County
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Unicoi County
AT&T Wireless covers 97.47% 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 Unicoi County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
96.00% |
83.48% |
2G or 3G |
95.31% |
81.31% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.00% 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 Unicoi County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Unicoi County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.46% of Unicoi County homes. 95.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Unicoi County
Coverage:
98.78% of Unicoi County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.63% 4G: 92.43% 3G or 2G: 98.32%
More about Verizon Wireless in Unicoi County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Unicoi County
Verizon Wireless covers 98.78% 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 Unicoi County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.63% |
48.02% |
4G |
92.43% |
70.45% |
2G or 3G |
98.32% |
89.95% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.63% 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 Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Unicoi County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Unicoi County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.63% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.11% of Unicoi County homes. 92.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Unicoi County
Coverage:
90.78% of Unicoi County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.07% 4G: 78.84% 3G or 2G: 83.04%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Unicoi County
T-Mobile covers 90.78% 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 Unicoi County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.07% |
35.62% |
4G |
78.84% |
25.53% |
2G or 3G |
83.04% |
34.39% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.07% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Unicoi County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Unicoi County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 84.62% of Unicoi County homes. 88.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Unicoi County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Unicoi County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Unicoi County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Unicoi County, TN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Unicoi County ranks #1208 out of 2054 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Tennessee.
Best Unicoi County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of Unicoi County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Unicoi County, TN: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Unicoi County. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 82.63% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 98.78% of Unicoi County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Unicoi County, TN
If the price of a Unicoi County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Unicoi 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 Unicoi 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 Unicoi County, TN
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Unicoi 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 Unicoi County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
0.60% of Unicoi County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.06% 3G or 2G: 0.58%
More about US Cellular in Unicoi County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Unicoi County
US Cellular covers 0.60% 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 Unicoi County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.06% |
0.09% |
2G or 3G |
0.58% |
0.11% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.06% of homes. 0.52% 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 Unicoi County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Unicoi County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.06% of Unicoi County homes. 0.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Unicoi County, TN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Unicoi County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Unicoi 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 Unicoi County covering 87.92% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.07% of the county. Overall, 99.07% of homes (17,914 people) and 93.9% of the land (174.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Unicoi County
Unicoi County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Unicoi County cover 87.92% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 52.59% or 97.9 square miles of Unicoi County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Unicoi County comes from Verizon Wireless with 82.63% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Unicoi County
Unicoi 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 Unicoi County, 95.93% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.07% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Unicoi County with 97.46% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Unicoi 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 Unicoi County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 98.78% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Unicoi County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 92.20% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from Verizon Wireless reporting 82.63% in Unicoi County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 97.46% of Unicoi County.
- The top estimated average speed in Unicoi County, estimated at 58.67, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Unicoi County
If you live near Unicoi 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 Unicoi County:
Counties close to Unicoi County
- Greene County, TN: better coverage
- Avery County, NC: better coverage
- Watauga County, NC: better coverage
- Hamblen County, TN: better coverage
- Jefferson County, TN: better coverage
- Grainger County, TN: better coverage
- Wilkes County, NC: worse coverage
- Union County, TN: worse coverage
- Yadkin County, NC: better coverage
- Anderson County, TN: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Unicoi County
- Quebradillas Municipio, PR: better coverage
- Labette County, KS: better coverage
- Lajas Municipio, PR: better coverage
- Lamoille County, VT: worse coverage
- Lampasas County, TX: better coverage
- Pointe Coupee Parish, LA: better coverage
- Polk County, AR: worse coverage
- Poweshiek County, IA: better coverage
- Prentiss County, MS: better coverage
- Presque Isle County, MI: better coverage