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Did you know that forests cover 65% of Mississippi’s 48,430 square miles? It’s no secret that much of the state is rural, but that figure goes to show you just how untamed much of the state is.
You’d assume the undeveloped nature of much of Mississippi would translate to a lack of cell phone towers—and by extension, a lack of cell phone coverage. However, the state is actually blessed with good to excellent service from all three major carriers, i.e. Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
In this article, we’ll unpack the coverage statistics in Mississippi, and show you how to use our interactive coverage maps to identify the best service in your specific area of the state.
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What We Like
- AT&T delivers the most 4G LTE coverage (84%) in Mississippi; Verizon makes a strong 4G showing as well
- T-Mobile is the 5G coverage king in Mississippi, covering 44% of the state with its network
What We Don't Like
- Coverage can be spotty in some of the more rural areas of Mississippi, particularly when it comes to 5G
- Verizon’s 5G network is still in its relative infancy in the state, offering just 2% coverage across Mississippi (but it’s growing)
Verizon delivers the second-most 4G coverage, and the third-most 5G coverage, across Mississippi.
Verizon 4G Coverage in Mississippi
Verizon’s 4G LTE network spreads to an excellent 73% of Mississippi. That puts Verizon’s statewide 4G network in second place behind AT&T—a nice showing from the nation’s largest cell phone carrier.
Verizon 5G Coverage in Mississippi
Verizon’s statewide 5G network is far more limited than its 4G network, spreading to just 2% of Mississippi. That’s significantly less than both AT&T (33% ) and T-Mobile (44%). Keep in mind, however, that Verizon is working to actively expand its 5G footprint in Mississippi, so this percentage is sure to increase in the coming weeks and months.
AT&T is one of the best carriers you can go with in Mississippi. The company offers the best 4G coverage, and the second-best 5G coverage, in the state.
AT&T 4G Coverage in Mississippi
AT&T’s 4G network covers 84% of Mississippi’s 48,430 square miles, which is impressive when you consider how much of the state is rural. Use the map above to verify coverage in your specific area.
AT&T 5G Coverage in Mississippi
AT&T wields the second-most powerful 5G network in Mississippi, covering 33% of the state. Much of this 5G coverage is made up of the carrier’s so-called 5G+ spectrum, which delivers super-fast speeds, low latency times, and enhanced reliability.
T-Mobile delivers the best 5G coverage, and third-most 4G coverage, in Mississippi.
T-Mobile 4G Coverage in Mississippi
T-Mobile’s 4G network spans across 58% of Mississippi, which is a bit less than both Verizon and AT&T. That said, your town may very well be covered by T-Mobile—use the map above to find out.
T-Mobile 5G Coverage in Mississippi
T-Mobile wields the best 5G network in Mississippi, covering slightly less than half (44%) of the state. A portion of this 5G coverage is made up of the carrier’s 5G Ultra Capacity network, which delivers incredibly fast speeds for latency-free browsing, streaming, and gaming.
While we’ve outlined cell phone coverage from the three major U.S. cell phone carriers, it’s important to know that you aren’t limited to these companies if you need cell phone service in Mississippi. A variety of smaller carriers, or MVNOs, also operate in the state, allowing you to sign up for equivalent plans, with similar coverage, for less than you’d otherwise pay.
All of these carriers lease from the aforementioned major carrier networks to provide coverage to their customers. If you’re signed up with Spectrum Mobile, for example, you’ll have access to Verizon coverage, since the carrier runs on that network. Here are some popular MVNOs, and the networks they operate on:
Boost Mobile
Metro by T-Mobile
Networks they use
Metro by T-Mobile
Networks they use
Optimum Mobile
Spectrum Mobile
Cox Mobile
Straight Talk
Networks they use
Cricket
Networks they use
Visible
Networks they use
Google Fi
Networks they use
Xfinity Mobile
Mint Mobile
Things to Know about Cell Phone Coverage
Cell Phone Coverage Speeds
When it comes to cell phone coverage, you don’t just need a cellular signal—you need that signal to provide adequate speed. That’s why it’s important to distinguish between 4G and 5G coverage in your area. In general, 5G provides faster speeds and greater reliability than 4G. However, that’s not always the case, as there may be instances when the speeds of these respective coverage types are actually quite similar.
How to Get the Best Cell Phone Coverage
There’s more to getting the best coverage than just signing up with the carrier that offers reliable service in the places you spend time. These include:
- Your phone: The newer and more cutting edge your device, the more likely you’ll be able to tap into the fastest speeds. Some older phones don’t have the built-in technology to connect to the fastest 5G bands, resulting in slower service. The newest 5G devices, like the Apple iPhone 16 or Samsung Galaxy S24 series don’t have this problem.
- Your software: It’s important to make sure your software is up to date, as an out-of-date operating system can translate to an inability to connect to the fastest network speeds.
- Your cell phone plan: Depending on the mobile plan you have, your data may experience deprioritization during times of network congestion. If this is consistently happening to you, it may be worth investigating whether you can sign up for a plan that includes more premium (i.e. un-deprioritized) data.
- Your location: Certain types of coverage, like high-band 5G, has difficulty penetrating solid materials, like concrete walls. As simple as it may sound, moving to an unobstructed location may help you connect to these fast networks more reliably.
Our methodology
We sourced our cell phone coverage metrics from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which collects data voluntarily submitted by the four major national carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, UScellular). Read More
The FCC incorporates standardized propagation model assumptions into its data, and notes that a user’s actual experience may vary based on end-use factors like network congestion and terrain. Read Less
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Verizon have good service in Mississippi?
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Verizon offers great 4G LTE service in Mississippi, covering 84% of the state. The carriers 5G network, meanwhile, is small but growing in the state.
How do I find the best cell coverage in my area of Mississippi?
To determine the best cell phone service in your area of Mississippi, we recommend taking a look at our 4G and 5G coverage maps and zooming in to inspect your local area.
Does Mississippi have 5G towers?
Yes, Mississippi is home to lots of 5G towers and coverage. T-Mobile offers the most 5G coverage in Mississippi, covering 49% of the state.
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