In Big Laurel, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 88.8% of Big Laurel’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 90.15% of Big Laurel’s 263 residents. 5G reception covers up to 5.52% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Big Laurel providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Big Laurel, KY Top Cell Providers
Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $29/mo.
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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access
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. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
Coverage:
71.83% of Big Laurel
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 29.81% 3G or 2G: 57.44%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Big Laurel
Verizon Wireless covers 71.83% 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 Big Laurel) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
29.81% |
32.20% |
2G or 3G |
57.44% |
68.84% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 29.81% 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 Big Laurel mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Big Laurel
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 71.83% of Big Laurel homes. 33.45% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Big Laurel
Coverage:
35.43% of Big Laurel
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 5.65% 4G: 10.26% 3G or 2G: 17.21%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Big Laurel
T-Mobile covers 35.43% 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 Big Laurel) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
5.65% |
6.22% |
4G |
10.26% |
9.19% |
2G or 3G |
17.21% |
19.19% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 5.65% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 10.26% 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 Big Laurel mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Big Laurel
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 5.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 35.43% of Big Laurel homes. 17.21% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
88.13% of Big Laurel
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 5.04% 3G or 2G: 88.13%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Big Laurel
AT&T Wireless covers 88.13% 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 Big Laurel) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
5.04% |
3.89% |
2G or 3G |
88.13% |
88.79% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.04% of homes. 83.09% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Big Laurel mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Big Laurel
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 26.27% of Big Laurel homes. 88.13% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Big Laurel homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Big Laurel land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Big Laurel Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Big Laurel, KY. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Big Laurel ranks #2625 out of 2778 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Kentucky.
Best Big Laurel Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of Big Laurel where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Big Laurel, KY: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Big Laurel. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 71.83% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 88.13% of Big Laurel homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Big Laurel, KY
If the price of a Big Laurel mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Big Laurel 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 Big Laurel 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 Big Laurel, KY
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Big Laurel, 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 Big Laurel and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Appalachian Wireless in Big Laurel
Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Big Laurel
Appalachian Wireless covers 66.38% 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 Big Laurel) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
66.14% |
68.36% |
2G or 3G |
36.84% |
44.31% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 66.14% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Appalachian Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Big Laurel mobile providers.
Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in Big Laurel
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 66.14% of Big Laurel homes. 46.45% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Appalachian Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Big Laurel than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Big Laurel, KY Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Big Laurel Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Big Laurel 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 Big Laurel covering 5.52% of homes in the area while 4G covers 76.20% of the city. Overall, 90.15% of homes (263 people) and 88.8% of the land (24.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Big Laurel
Big Laurel 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Big Laurel cover 5.52% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 6.22% or 1.7 square miles of Big Laurel are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Big Laurel comes from T-Mobile with 5.65% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Big Laurel
Big Laurel 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 Big Laurel, 63.85% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 76.20% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Big Laurel with 71.83% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Big Laurel 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 Big Laurel houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 88.13% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Big Laurel land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 88.79% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 5.65% in Big Laurel.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 71.83% of Big Laurel.
- The top estimated average speed in Big Laurel, estimated at 26.46, Mbps is available through Appalachian Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Big Laurel
If you live near Big Laurel 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 Big Laurel:
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