In Las Cruces, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 97.5% of Las Cruces’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Las Cruces’s 144,478 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.88% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Las Cruces providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Las Cruces, NM 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Las Cruces
Coverage:
100.00% of Las Cruces
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.80%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.89%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Las Cruces
T-Mobile 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 Las Cruces) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
98.80% |
64.94% |
4G |
100.00% |
86.31% |
2G or 3G |
99.89% |
70.04% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.80% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.20% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Las Cruces mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Las Cruces
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.80% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Las Cruces homes. 99.92% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Las Cruces
Coverage:
100.00% of Las Cruces
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.95%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Las Cruces
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 Las Cruces) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
90.95% |
26.96% |
4G |
100.00% |
84.39% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
92.19% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.95% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 9.05% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Las Cruces mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Las Cruces
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.95% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Las Cruces homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Las Cruces
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Las Cruces
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 Las Cruces) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
97.44% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
94.66% |
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 Las Cruces mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Las Cruces
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Las Cruces homes. 99.94% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Las Cruces homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Las Cruces land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Las Cruces Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Las Cruces, NM. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Las Cruces ranks #253 out of 1022 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in New Mexico.
Best Las Cruces Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Las Cruces where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Las Cruces, NM: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Las Cruces. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 98.80% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Las Cruces homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Las Cruces, NM
If the price of a Las Cruces mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces 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.
Las Cruces, NM Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Las Cruces Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces covering 99.88% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (144,475 people) and 97.5% of the land (1,362.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Las Cruces
Las Cruces 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Las Cruces cover 99.88% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 65.24% or 911.9 square miles of Las Cruces are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Las Cruces comes from T-Mobile with 98.80% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Las Cruces
Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Las Cruces with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Las Cruces land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 97.44% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 98.80% in Las Cruces.
- The top estimated average speed in Las Cruces, estimated at 70.63, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Las Cruces
If you live near Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces:
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