In Shreveport, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Shreveport’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Shreveport’s 216,334 residents. 5G reception covers up to 98.67% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Shreveport providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Shreveport, LA 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 Shreveport
Coverage:
100.00% of Shreveport
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.49%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Shreveport
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 Shreveport) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
98.49% |
81.97% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.49% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.51% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Shreveport mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Shreveport
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.49% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Shreveport homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Shreveport
Coverage:
99.41% of Shreveport
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 70.88%
4G: 99.32%
3G or 2G: 98.95%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Shreveport
T-Mobile covers 99.41% 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 Shreveport) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
70.88% |
48.23% |
4G |
99.32% |
95.87% |
2G or 3G |
98.95% |
95.07% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 70.88% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 28.44% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Shreveport mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Shreveport
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 70.88% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.32% of Shreveport homes. 99.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Shreveport
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Shreveport
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Shreveport
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 Shreveport) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.97% |
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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Shreveport mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Shreveport
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Shreveport homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Shreveport homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Shreveport land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Shreveport Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Shreveport, LA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Shreveport ranks #669 out of 1635 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Louisiana.
Best Shreveport Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Shreveport where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Shreveport, LA: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Shreveport. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 98.49% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Shreveport homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Shreveport, LA
If the price of a Shreveport mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Shreveport 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 Shreveport 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 Shreveport, LA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Shreveport, 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 Shreveport and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Cellular One in Shreveport
Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in Shreveport
Cellular One covers 2.80% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Shreveport) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
2.80% |
3.55% |
2.80% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Shreveport mobile providers.
Cellular One Voice Quality in Shreveport
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Shreveport homes. 2.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Shreveport, LA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Shreveport Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Shreveport 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 Shreveport covering 98.67% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (216,356 people) and 100.0% of the land (318.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Shreveport
Shreveport 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Shreveport cover 98.67% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 86.93% or 276.7 square miles of Shreveport are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Shreveport comes from AT&T Wireless with 98.49% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Shreveport
Shreveport 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 Shreveport, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Shreveport with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Shreveport 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 Shreveport houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Shreveport land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 98.49% in Shreveport.
- The top estimated average speed in Shreveport, estimated at 70.53, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Shreveport
If you live near Shreveport 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 Shreveport:
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