In Clayton, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 28.5% of Clayton’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 52.96% of Clayton’s 84 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.03% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Clayton providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Clayton, ID Top Cell Providers
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.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
Verizon Network
Data Speeds:
Same as Verizon below
Plans start at $30/mo.
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Visible offers unlimited data, talk and text for $30/month powered by Verizon.
Coverage:
12.62% of Clayton
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 12.62%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Clayton
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Clayton
Verizon Wireless covers 12.62% 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 Clayton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
12.62% |
23.62% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 12.62% of homes. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Clayton mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Clayton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 12.62% of Clayton homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
2.63% of Clayton
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 2.34%
3G or 2G: 2.49%
More about AT&T Wireless in Clayton
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Clayton
AT&T Wireless covers 2.63% 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 Clayton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.34% |
2.22% |
2G or 3G |
2.49% |
2.39% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.34% of homes. 0.15% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Clayton mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Clayton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.34% of Clayton homes. 2.49% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Clayton
Coverage:
1.42% of Clayton
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.46%
4G: 1.42%
3G or 2G: 0.05%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Clayton
T-Mobile covers 1.42% 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 Clayton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.46% |
0.44% |
4G |
1.42% |
1.29% |
2G or 3G |
0.05% |
0.14% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.46% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.96% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Clayton mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Clayton
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.46% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 1.42% of Clayton homes. 0.05% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Clayton homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Clayton land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Clayton Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Clayton, ID. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Clayton ranks #794 out of 826 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Idaho.
Best Clayton Cell Provider Key
The northern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Clayton where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Clayton, ID: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Clayton. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 12.62% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 12.62% of Clayton homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Clayton, ID
If the price of a Clayton mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Clayton 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 Clayton 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 Clayton, ID
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Clayton, 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 Clayton and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Custer Telephone Cooperative in Clayton
Custer Telephone Cooperative Data Speeds and Coverage in Clayton
Custer Telephone Cooperative covers 58.14% 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 Clayton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
33.39% |
11.36% |
2G or 3G |
46.46% |
14.12% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 33.39% of homes. 13.07% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Custer Telephone Cooperative as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Clayton mobile providers.
Custer Telephone Cooperative Voice Quality in Clayton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 33.39% of Clayton homes. 48.33% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Custer Telephone Cooperative service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Clayton than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Clayton, ID Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Clayton Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Clayton 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 Clayton covering 0.03% of homes in the area while 4G covers 32.25% of the city. Overall, 52.96% of homes (44 people) and 28.5% of the land (132.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Clayton
Clayton 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Clayton cover 0.03% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 0.36% or 1.7 square miles of Clayton are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Clayton comes from T-Mobile with 0.46% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Clayton
Clayton 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 Clayton, 32.25% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 32.25% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Custer Telephone Cooperative has the best 4G network in Clayton with 33.39% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Clayton 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 Clayton houses is best with service from Custer Telephone Cooperative, with 58.14% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Clayton land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 23.62% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 0.46% in Clayton.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Custer Telephone Cooperative, covering 33.39% of Clayton.
- The top estimated average speed in Clayton, estimated at 13.75, Mbps is available through Custer Telephone Cooperative.
Mobile Service Near Clayton
If you live near Clayton 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 Clayton:
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