In Lubbock, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Lubbock’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Lubbock’s 273,987 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lubbock providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lubbock, TX 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 Lubbock
Coverage:
100.00% of Lubbock
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.98%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lubbock
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 Lubbock) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.98% |
99.55% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.98% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.02% 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 Lubbock mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lubbock
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lubbock homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Lubbock
Coverage:
100.00% of Lubbock
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.45%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lubbock
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 Lubbock) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.45% |
97.37% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.45% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.55% 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 Lubbock mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lubbock
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.45% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lubbock homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Lubbock
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 Lubbock
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 Lubbock) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.47% |
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 Lubbock mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lubbock
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lubbock homes. 99.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Lubbock homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lubbock land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lubbock Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lubbock, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lubbock ranks #1 out of 5248 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.
Best Lubbock Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Lubbock where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lubbock, TX: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Lubbock. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 99.98% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Lubbock homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lubbock, TX
If the price of a Lubbock mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lubbock 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 Lubbock 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.
Lubbock, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lubbock Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lubbock 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 Lubbock covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (274,013 people) and 100.0% of the land (368.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lubbock
Lubbock 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Lubbock cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.94% or 368.0 square miles of Lubbock are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lubbock comes from AT&T Wireless with 99.98% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lubbock
Lubbock 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 Lubbock, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Lubbock with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lubbock 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 Lubbock houses is best with service from T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lubbock land is provided by T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 99.98% in Lubbock.
- The top estimated average speed in Lubbock, estimated at 70.99, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Lubbock
If you live near Lubbock 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 Lubbock:
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