Comparing mobile carriers can be challenging, and the unique challenges found in rural areas can introduce more barriers. "Rural" areas are not just expansive farmland; they can be small towns, remote communities or even cities outside major metro hubs. But regardless of your locale, connectivity is crucial for work or leisure. Let's explore how Spectrum's expanding rural infrastructure can keep you connected even in the most challenging destinations.
Rural areas often face geographic obstacles that affect mobile coverage. In some parts of the country, rough terrain like mountains and forests dominate the land, leaving fewer locations for cell towers. These features can also interfere with signal strength and block data transmission. Compounded with generally lower numbers of cell towers in rural areas, it's fair to say that service might be spotty.
To provide Internet to rural areas, Spectrum launched the Rural Construction Initiative in 2021. This multi-year effort is well underway to build out our network to unserved and underserved customer locations. As Spectrum continues this initiative, it further reinforces our position as the #1 rural Internet provider.
Spectrum’s Rural Construction Initiative will ultimately add an additional 100,000+ miles of fiber-optic network infrastructure to deliver multi-gig speed Internet access to more than 1.7 million new locations across the country.
With Spectrum Internet, you can rely on WiFi calling anytime your Mobile calls are challenged by geographic obstacles or gaps in signal strength. With WiFi calling, you can make and receive calls over your WiFi connection - even in places where cell coverage may be limited. That means that you can count on connecting, thanks to the way Spectrum Internet and Spectrum Mobile work together.
Spectrum Mobile gives rural customers the benefit of LTE and nationwide 5G coverage along with the reach of Spectrum’s rural Internet footprint. Spectrum Mobile customers also gain access to millions of WiFi Access Points, helping extend coverage on-the-go with speeds up to 1 Gig. As our Internet coverage expands, so does Access Point availability, delivering reliable service in more of the places you need it as time goes on. And since Spectrum Internet is more reliable than cell phone Internet, choosing Spectrum just makes sense.
Spectrum Internet and Advanced WiFi keep your home connected with powerful, reliable performance. With Speed Boost, you'll enjoy faster speeds on your mobile device when connected to Advanced WiFi.
If you’re looking for superior Mobile performance throughout the Spectrum service area, Spectrum Mobile is an excellent choice, because Spectrum Mobile delivers the fastest wireless speeds when combined with Spectrum WiFi.
Spectrum Mobile is affordable, reliable and built to deliver quality service for rural customers. We offer competitively priced mobile plans that keep you connected to a leading 5G network with renowned reliability in rural areas, without breaking the bank.
Highlights include:
Flexible plan options, with no contracts or hidden fees Fast 5G speeds for video calls, streaming and browsing from rural areas
Bundles that let customers combine Spectrum Internet, Mobile and TV for added convenience and savings
Finding the best rural phone coverage starts with understanding how cell service works in your location. Interactive mobile coverage maps can help you check the reported quality of service in your area.
It’s always important to:
Review disclaimers carefully – maps may not always reflect real-world performance in rural terrain.
Test service, when possible, by checking call quality and data speeds in your area before switching carriers, noting that weather conditions and other factors can temporarily affect performance.
Because Spectrum’s footprint includes both Internet and Mobile service, you can count on reliable and seamless connectivity.
