In Wilmington, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 95.5% of Wilmington’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.77% of Wilmington’s 1,012 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.40% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Wilmington providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Wilmington, NY 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 Wilmington
Coverage:
13.13% of Wilmington
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.44% 4G: 8.46% 3G or 2G: 6.84%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Wilmington
T-Mobile covers 13.13% 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 Wilmington) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.44% |
4.88% |
4G |
8.46% |
3.52% |
2G or 3G |
6.84% |
8.82% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.44% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.46% 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 Wilmington mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Wilmington
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.44% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 10.81% of Wilmington homes. 7.20% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
98.41% of Wilmington
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 77.03% 3G or 2G: 98.41%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wilmington
AT&T Wireless covers 98.41% 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 Wilmington) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
77.03% |
51.42% |
2G or 3G |
98.41% |
92.67% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 77.03% of homes. 21.38% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wilmington mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Wilmington
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.60% of Wilmington homes. 98.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.75% of Wilmington
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.70% 3G or 2G: 98.88%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wilmington
Verizon Wireless covers 99.75% 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 Wilmington) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.70% |
77.61% |
2G or 3G |
98.88% |
76.87% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.70% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wilmington mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Wilmington
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.75% of Wilmington homes. 98.90% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Wilmington homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Wilmington land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Wilmington Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Wilmington, NY. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Wilmington ranks #3969 out of 4476 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in New York.
Best Wilmington Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Wilmington where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Wilmington, NY: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Wilmington. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 99.75% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.75% of Wilmington homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Wilmington, NY
If the price of a Wilmington mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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.
Wilmington, NY Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Wilmington Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Wilmington 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 Wilmington covering 0.40% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.75% of the city. Overall, 99.77% of homes (1,012 people) and 95.5% of the land (41.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Wilmington
Wilmington 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Wilmington cover 0.40% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 4.80% or 2.1 square miles of Wilmington are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Wilmington comes from T-Mobile with 0.44% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Wilmington
Wilmington 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 Wilmington, 98.77% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.75% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Wilmington with 99.75% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Wilmington 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 Wilmington houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.75% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Wilmington land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 94.11% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 0.44% in Wilmington.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.75% of Wilmington.
- The top estimated average speed in Wilmington, estimated at 39.48, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Wilmington
If you live near Wilmington 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 Wilmington:
Cities close to Wilmington
- Upper Jay, NY: worse coverage
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- North Jay, NY: worse coverage
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- Keene, NY: worse coverage
- Franklin Falls, NY: worse coverage
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- Lake Placid, NY: better coverage
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- Dodge, TX: better coverage
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