When it comes to cell phone coverage, Delaware is among the nation's leaders, with more areas covered by the three major networks (AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile) than just about anywhere. Read on to learn more about the best cell phone coverage in Delaware.
Coverage in Delaware at a Glance
Delaware crushes it when it comes to cell phone coverage, scoring a 95 out of 100.
What we love
- Coverage from AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile nearly perfect
- 5G is widely accessible through AT&T and T-Mobile
What could be improved
- Coverage sometimes not the best right near the ocean
- Coverage may be a bit tricky along the banks of the Delaware River
95/100
All three major carriers are well represented throughout the state, as are a multitude of smaller MVNOs that run on their networks.
AT&T has the widest network reach in Delaware, and takes the title for both the best 4G LTE and 5G networks in the state.
Verizon and T-Mobile come in a close second and third for 4G LTE coverage, with T-Mobile beating out its competitor for 5G access.
Best 4G Coverage in Delaware by Network
| Network | Covered Area |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 99.67 |
| Verizon | 98.78 |
| T-Mobile | 98.42 |
Delaware has 69 zip codes, and the state's best network, AT&T, covers roughly 95.65% of them. Here are the network rankings by zip:
Coverage in Delaware (State of 69 Zip Codes)
The most important part of the process is to ensure that the areas that you are located in and travel to are well-covered.
You can check your own coverage by entering your address here.
Numbers on a page are one thing, but the coverage maps tell the full story. Fortunately, you don't have to go to all of the carriers' websites to get this information--you can see what the coverage is like from the four majors below:
Coverage Maps Delaware
The maps confirm that AT&T provides the most robust 4G LTE coverage in Delaware. This is great news for residents of The Small Wonder.
Delaware is broadly covered by both 3G and 4G LTE technology. 3G is the network that some older phones run on, and the one newer 4G LTE-capable devices fall back to when unable to reach a primary network.
5G Coverage in Delaware
The future of wireless technology has arrived. All three major carriers have deployed their own versions of the latest in cellular technology, which promises blazing-fast speeds, ultra-upgraded bandwidth, and near-zero latency... in short, the best wireless performance ever seen.
Though T-Mobile is currently the nationwide 5G leader, AT&T pulls out an upset with a massive 51% coverage across Delaware. This is in large part because coverage stats account for both area and population density, and AT&T's 5G network is widespread in highly populated cities like Wilmington and Dover.
T-Mobile still has a respectable 5G presence in the state, offering 16.8% coverage. Verizon has yet to build any of its high-band 5G access points within Delaware, though the nation's 4G LTE leader has recently announced plans to deploy low-band 5G that may soon bring its network to The First State.
Big Carriers vs. Small Carriers in Delaware
Did you know that there are dozens of small carriers that run on the major networks, but charge a fraction of the price for service? These companies are known as Mobile Virtual Network Operators, MVNOs for short. MVNOs purchase network service from the major providers at wholesale prices, then pass the savings on to consumers.
If you're interested in Verizon's coverage, for example, but are looking for a better deal, Straight Talk Wireless, Twigby and Red Pocket are just a few of the smaller providers you'll want to check out.
Click on the logos below to see which carriers run on which major networks:
Getting the Best Plan & Coverage
WhistleOut's new coverage check feature supercharges an already robust comparison engine by allowing you to instantly see what coverage is like at your location. All you have to do is punch in your address and we do the rest. This feature is the first of its kind, and empowers consumers to make better decisions when it comes to wireless.
In addition to showing you a map of your area with the coverage from all four major carriers, we filter through the available cell phone plans and present only those from carriers who provide good reception to you.
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