In the Lakeland area, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of the Lakeland area’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Lakeland’s 668,671 residents. 5G reception covers up to 96.31% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lakeland providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lakeland, FL 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in the Lakeland area
Coverage:
100.00% of the Lakeland area
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 93.44%
4G: 99.99%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Lakeland area
AT&T Wireless 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 the Lakeland area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
93.44% |
81.82% |
4G |
99.99% |
99.67% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 93.44% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 6.55% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lakeland mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in the Lakeland area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 93.44% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Lakeland homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in the Lakeland area
Coverage:
99.88% of the Lakeland area
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 59.31%
4G: 99.80%
3G or 2G: 99.80%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in the Lakeland area
T-Mobile covers 99.88% 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 the Lakeland area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
59.31% |
68.39% |
4G |
99.80% |
98.29% |
2G or 3G |
99.80% |
95.85% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 59.31% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 40.49% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lakeland mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in the Lakeland area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 59.31% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.80% of Lakeland homes. 99.82% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of the Lakeland area
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.95%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Lakeland area
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 the Lakeland area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.95% |
98.79% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lakeland mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in the Lakeland area
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lakeland homes. 97.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of the Lakeland area homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lakeland land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lakeland Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lakeland, FL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, the Lakeland area ranks #1279 out of 2182 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Florida.
Best Lakeland Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of the Lakeland area where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lakeland, FL: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in the Lakeland area. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 93.44% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Lakeland homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lakeland, FL
If the price of a Lakeland mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in the Lakeland area 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 Lakeland 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.
Lakeland, FL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lakeland Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in the Lakeland area 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 the Lakeland area covering 96.31% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (668,714 people) and 100.0% of the land (1,796.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lakeland
Lakeland 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in the Lakeland area cover 96.31% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 90.11% or 1,619.1 square miles of the Lakeland area are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lakeland comes from AT&T Wireless with 93.44% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lakeland
Lakeland 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 the Lakeland area, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in the Lakeland area with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in the Lakeland area 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 Lakeland houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lakeland land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 93.44% in the Lakeland area.
- The top estimated average speed in the Lakeland area, estimated at 68.96, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Lakeland
If you live near Lakeland 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 the Lakeland area:
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