In Lay, you’ll select from 6 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Lay’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.97% of Lay’s 140 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.88% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lay providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lay, 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.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lay
Verizon Wireless covers 94.06% 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 Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
67.74% |
53.91% |
2G or 3G |
94.06% |
91.95% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 67.74% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lay mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 73.18% of Lay homes. 72.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Lay
Coverage:
27.28% of Lay
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.89% 4G: 21.62% 3G or 2G: 0.25%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lay
T-Mobile covers 27.28% 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 Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.89% |
2.25% |
4G |
21.62% |
32.12% |
2G or 3G |
0.25% |
1.80% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.89% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 20.73% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lay mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lay
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.89% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 27.19% of Lay homes. 0.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.75% of Lay
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 85.91% 3G or 2G: 12.31%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Lay
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lay
AT&T Wireless covers 99.75% 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 Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
85.91% |
83.61% |
2G or 3G |
12.31% |
8.55% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 85.91% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lay mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.75% of Lay homes. 12.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Lay homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lay land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lay Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lay, CO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lay ranks #1124 out of 1241 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Colorado.
Best Lay Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Lay where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lay, CO: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Lay. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 99.75% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.75% of Lay homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lay, CO
If the price of a Lay mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lay 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 Lay 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 Lay, CO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Lay, 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 Lay and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Union Wireless in Lay
Union Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lay
Union Wireless covers 99.94% 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 Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
47.33% |
48.40% |
2G or 3G |
99.03% |
98.99% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 47.33% of homes. 51.70% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Union Wireless as #2 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lay mobile providers.
Union Wireless Voice Quality in Lay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 47.33% of Lay homes. 99.94% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Choice Wireless in Lay
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lay
Choice Wireless covers 3.52% 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 Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
3.52% |
2.29% |
3.52% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #5 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lay mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Lay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Lay homes. 3.52% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about STRATA Networks in Lay
STRATA Networks Data Speeds and Coverage in Lay
STRATA Networks covers 1.69% 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 Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
1.69% |
2.46% |
1.69% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank STRATA Networks as #6 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lay mobile providers.
STRATA Networks Voice Quality in Lay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Lay homes. 0.36% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Lay, CO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lay Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lay 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 Lay covering 0.88% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.75% of the city. Overall, 99.97% of homes (140 people) and 100.0% of the land (368.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lay
Lay 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Lay cover 0.88% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 2.18% or 8.0 square miles of Lay are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lay comes from T-Mobile with 0.89% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lay
Lay 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 Lay, 86.31% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.75% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Lay with 99.75% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lay 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 Lay houses is best with service from Union Wireless, with 99.94% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lay land is provided by Union Wireless at 99.93% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 0.89% in Lay.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 99.75% of Lay.
- The top estimated average speed in Lay, estimated at 34.36, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Lay
If you live near Lay 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 Lay:
Cities close to Lay
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- Nelscott, OR: worse coverage
- Neinda, TX: better coverage
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- Nineveh, PA: worse coverage