In Upper Poplar, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 60.6% of Upper Poplar’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 54.77% of Upper Poplar’s 149 residents. 5G reception covers up to 40.55% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Upper Poplar providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Upper Poplar, NC 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 Upper Poplar
Coverage:
54.77% of Upper Poplar
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 14.91% 4G: 36.66% 3G or 2G: 44.40%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Upper Poplar
Verizon Wireless covers 54.77% 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 Upper Poplar) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
14.91% |
14.64% |
4G |
36.66% |
42.19% |
2G or 3G |
44.40% |
53.39% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 14.91% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 21.75% 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 Upper Poplar mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Upper Poplar
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 14.91% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 53.15% of Upper Poplar homes. 30.02% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Upper Poplar
Coverage:
44.52% of Upper Poplar
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 40.55% 4G: 11.55% 3G or 2G: 11.10%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Upper Poplar
T-Mobile covers 44.52% 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 Upper Poplar) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
40.55% |
44.29% |
4G |
11.55% |
12.00% |
2G or 3G |
11.10% |
10.33% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 40.55% 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 Upper Poplar mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Upper Poplar
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 40.55% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 44.52% of Upper Poplar homes. 11.10% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
27.86% of Upper Poplar
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 8.82% 3G or 2G: 24.47%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Upper Poplar
AT&T Wireless covers 27.86% 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 Upper Poplar) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
8.82% |
12.13% |
2G or 3G |
24.47% |
31.51% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.82% of homes. 15.65% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Upper Poplar mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Upper Poplar
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 22.21% of Upper Poplar homes. 24.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Upper Poplar homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Upper Poplar land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Upper Poplar Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Upper Poplar, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Upper Poplar ranks #2321 out of 2352 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.

Best Upper Poplar Cell Provider Key
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Upper Poplar, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Upper Poplar. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 40.55% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 54.77% of Upper Poplar homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Upper Poplar, NC
If the price of a Upper Poplar mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Upper Poplar 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 Upper Poplar 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 Upper Poplar, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Upper Poplar, 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 Upper Poplar and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Upper Poplar
Coverage:
32.19% of Upper Poplar
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.64% 4G: 7.20% 3G or 2G: 32.19%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Upper Poplar
US Cellular covers 32.19% 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 Upper Poplar) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.64% |
0.46% |
4G |
7.20% |
5.52% |
2G or 3G |
32.19% |
35.78% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.64% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 7.20% of homes. 24.35% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Upper Poplar mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Upper Poplar
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.64% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 26.22% of Upper Poplar homes. 32.19% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Upper Poplar, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Upper Poplar Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Upper Poplar 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 Upper Poplar covering 40.55% of homes in the area while 4G covers 53.15% of the city. Overall, 54.77% of homes (149 people) and 60.6% of the land (5.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Upper Poplar

Upper Poplar 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Upper Poplar cover 40.55% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 44.29% or 4.2 square miles of Upper Poplar are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Upper Poplar comes from T-Mobile with 40.55% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Upper Poplar

Upper Poplar 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 Upper Poplar, 36.66% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 53.15% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Upper Poplar with 53.15% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Upper Poplar 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 Upper Poplar houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 54.77% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Upper Poplar land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 60.85% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 40.55% in Upper Poplar.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 53.15% of Upper Poplar.
- The top estimated average speed in Upper Poplar, estimated at 28.79, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Upper Poplar
If you live near Upper Poplar 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 Upper Poplar:
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