In La Plata County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 93.9% of La Plata County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.79% of La Plata County’s 55,638 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.57% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the La Plata County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
La Plata County, CO 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in La Plata County
Coverage:
97.95% of La Plata County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.24% 4G: 91.80% 3G or 2G: 96.27%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in La Plata County
T-Mobile covers 97.95% of homes in the county 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 La Plata County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.24% |
68.64% |
4G |
91.80% |
55.77% |
2G or 3G |
96.27% |
67.67% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.24% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among La Plata County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in La Plata County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.24% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.86% of La Plata County homes. 96.39% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in La Plata County
Coverage:
99.78% of La Plata County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 80.85% 4G: 98.42% 3G or 2G: 99.75%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in La Plata County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.78% of homes in the county 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 La Plata County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
80.85% |
54.16% |
4G |
98.42% |
82.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.75% |
93.61% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 80.85% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among La Plata County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in La Plata County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 80.85% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.48% of La Plata County homes. 99.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.50% of La Plata County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 95.05% 3G or 2G: 99.50%
More about Verizon Wireless in La Plata County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in La Plata County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.50% of homes in the county 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 La Plata County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
95.05% |
66.81% |
2G or 3G |
99.50% |
89.69% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.05% of homes. 4.45% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among La Plata County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in La Plata County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.78% of La Plata County homes. 96.90% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of La Plata County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as La Plata County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the La Plata County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in La Plata County, CO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, La Plata County ranks #496 out of 1241 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Colorado.

Best La Plata County Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of La Plata County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in La Plata County, CO: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in La Plata County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.24% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.78% of La Plata County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in La Plata County, CO
If the price of a La Plata County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in La Plata County 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 La Plata County 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 La Plata County, CO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in La Plata County, 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 La Plata County and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Cellular One in La Plata County
Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in La Plata County
Cellular One covers 15.26% of homes in the county 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 La Plata County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
15.26% |
8.63% |
15.26% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among La Plata County mobile providers.
Cellular One Voice Quality in La Plata County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of La Plata County homes. 15.26% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
66.18% of La Plata County
1.25% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.00% 3G or 2G: 66.18%
More about Choice Wireless in La Plata County
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in La Plata County
Choice Wireless covers 66.18% of homes in the county 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 La Plata County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.00% |
0.04% |
2G or 3G |
66.18% |
56.11% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 66.18% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among La Plata County mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in La Plata County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of La Plata County homes. 66.18% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
La Plata County, CO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

La Plata County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in La Plata County may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the county. 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 La Plata County covering 97.57% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.62% of the county. Overall, 99.79% of homes (55,635 people) and 93.9% of the land (1,585.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in La Plata County

La Plata County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in La Plata County cover 97.57% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 72.39% or 1,223.2 square miles of La Plata County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in La Plata County comes from T-Mobile with 97.24% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in La Plata County

La Plata County 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 La Plata County, 99.01% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.62% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in La Plata County with 99.48% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in La Plata County for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the county, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to La Plata County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.78% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all La Plata County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 93.72% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.24% in La Plata County.
- The top estimated average speed in La Plata County, estimated at 69.04, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near La Plata County
If you live near La Plata County but aren’t technically in the county, 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 La Plata County:
Counties close to La Plata County
- Archuleta County, CO: worse coverage
- Montezuma County, CO: worse coverage
- Conejos County, CO: worse coverage
- Costilla County, CO: worse coverage
- Las Animas County, CO: worse coverage
- Kane County, UT: worse coverage
- Baca County, CO: worse coverage
- Washington County, UT: better coverage
- Stevens County, KS: better coverage
- Meade County, KS: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to La Plata County
- Worcester County, MD: worse coverage
- Ashland County, OH: better coverage
- Nacogdoches County, TX: worse coverage
- Logan County, OK: better coverage
- Monroe County, WI: worse coverage
- Mifflin County, PA: worse coverage
- Mercer County, WV: worse coverage
- McMinn County, TN: worse coverage
- Maverick County, TX: better coverage
- Marshall County, IN: better coverage









