In Wrightsville Beach, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Wrightsville Beach’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Wrightsville Beach’s 4,267 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.92% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Wrightsville Beach providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Wrightsville Beach, 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 Wrightsville Beach
Coverage:
89.75% of Wrightsville Beach
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 75.21% 4G: 89.75% 3G or 2G: 89.74%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wrightsville Beach
Verizon Wireless covers 89.75% 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 Wrightsville Beach) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
75.21% |
66.03% |
4G |
89.75% |
72.86% |
2G or 3G |
89.74% |
72.86% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 75.21% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wrightsville Beach mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Wrightsville Beach
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 75.21% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 89.75% of Wrightsville Beach homes. 89.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Wrightsville Beach
Coverage:
99.97% of Wrightsville Beach
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.61% 4G: 95.61% 3G or 2G: 99.25%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Wrightsville Beach
T-Mobile covers 99.97% 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 Wrightsville Beach) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
95.61% |
80.14% |
4G |
95.61% |
80.14% |
2G or 3G |
99.25% |
99.40% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.61% 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 Wrightsville Beach mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Wrightsville Beach
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.61% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.61% of Wrightsville Beach homes. 99.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
94.33% of Wrightsville Beach
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 94.33% 3G or 2G: 94.33%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wrightsville Beach
AT&T Wireless covers 94.33% 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 Wrightsville Beach) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
94.33% |
77.37% |
2G or 3G |
94.33% |
77.37% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 94.33% of homes. 0.00% 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 Wrightsville Beach mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Wrightsville Beach
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.33% of Wrightsville Beach homes. 94.33% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Wrightsville Beach homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Wrightsville Beach land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Wrightsville Beach Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Wrightsville Beach, NC. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Wrightsville Beach ranks #611 out of 2352 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Carolina.
Best Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Wrightsville Beach, NC: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Wrightsville Beach. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 95.61% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.97% of Wrightsville Beach homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Wrightsville Beach, NC
If the price of a Wrightsville Beach mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach, NC
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Wrightsville Beach, 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 Wrightsville Beach and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Wrightsville Beach
Coverage:
100.00% of Wrightsville Beach
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.33% 4G: 96.73% 3G or 2G: 92.76%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Wrightsville Beach
US Cellular covers 100.00% 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 Wrightsville Beach) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
90.33% |
83.94% |
4G |
96.73% |
86.35% |
2G or 3G |
92.76% |
67.93% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.33% 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 US Cellular as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wrightsville Beach mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Wrightsville Beach
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.33% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.97% of Wrightsville Beach homes. 92.76% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Wrightsville Beach, NC Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Wrightsville Beach Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach covering 99.92% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.97% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (4,267 people) and 100.0% of the land (6.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Wrightsville Beach cover 99.92% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 96.66% or 6.1 square miles of Wrightsville Beach are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Wrightsville Beach comes from T-Mobile with 95.61% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach, 98.90% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.97% is covered by 4G HD voice service. US Cellular has the best 4G network in Wrightsville Beach with 98.97% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach houses is best with service from US Cellular, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Wrightsville Beach land is provided by T-Mobile at 99.99% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 95.61% in Wrightsville Beach.
- The top estimated average speed in Wrightsville Beach, estimated at 67.88, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Wrightsville Beach
If you live near Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach:
Cities close to Wrightsville Beach
- Wilmington, NC: worse coverage
- Kings Grant, NC: better coverage
- Murraysville, NC: better coverage
- Myrtle Grove, NC: worse coverage
- Blue Clay Farms, NC: better coverage
- Castle Hayne, NC: better coverage
- Skippers Corner, NC: better coverage
- Belville, NC: better coverage
- Navassa, NC: better coverage
- Winnabow, NC: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Wrightsville Beach
- Stantonsburg, NC: worse coverage
- Quaker Hill, CT: better coverage
- Runaway Bay, TX: worse coverage
- Prudenville, MI: worse coverage
- Provincetown, MA: worse coverage
- Providence, NC: worse coverage
- Providence, KY: worse coverage
- San Francisco, PR: worse coverage
- Proctor, MN: better coverage
- Rural Retreat, VA: worse coverage