In Lex, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 62.2% of Lex’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 54.94% of Lex’s 39 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lex providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lex, WV 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 Lex
Verizon Wireless covers 3.35% 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 Lex) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
1.80% |
2.51% |
2G or 3G |
0.62% |
0.81% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.80% 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 Lex mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lex
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 3.35% of Lex homes. 0.62% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
44.96% of Lex
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 2.22% 3G or 2G: 44.96%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lex
AT&T Wireless covers 44.96% 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 Lex) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.22% |
2.48% |
2G or 3G |
44.96% |
48.83% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.22% of homes. 42.74% 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 Lex mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lex
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 21.28% of Lex homes. 44.96% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lex
T-Mobile covers 0.43% 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 Lex) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.43% |
0.40% |
2G or 3G |
0.32% |
0.25% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.43% 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 Lex mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lex
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.43% of Lex homes. 0.32% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Lex homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lex land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lex Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lex, WV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lex ranks #2073 out of 2241 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in West Virginia.
Best Lex Cell Provider Key
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lex, WV: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Lex. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 21.28% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 44.96% of Lex homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lex, WV
If the price of a Lex mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lex 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 Lex 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 Lex, WV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Lex, 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 Lex and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Appalachian Wireless in Lex
Appalachian Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lex
Appalachian Wireless covers 51.00% 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 Lex) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
51.00% |
57.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 51.00% of homes. We rank Appalachian Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lex mobile providers.
Appalachian Wireless Voice Quality in Lex
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 51.00% of Lex homes. 0.00% 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 Lex than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Lex, WV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lex Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lex 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. 4G covers 51.00% of the city. Overall, 54.94% of homes (30 people) and 62.2% of the land (2.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lex
Lex 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Lex cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lex
Lex 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 Lex, 51.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 51.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Appalachian Wireless has the best 4G network in Lex with 51.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lex 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 Lex houses is best with service from Appalachian Wireless, with 51.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lex land is provided by Appalachian Wireless at 57.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from Appalachian Wireless reporting 51.00% in Lex.
- The top estimated average speed in Lex, estimated at 20.40, Mbps is available through Appalachian Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Lex
If you live near Lex 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 Lex:
Cities close to Lex
- Beartown, WV: better coverage
- Avondale, WV: worse coverage
- Bradshaw, WV: worse coverage
- Raysal, WV: worse coverage
- Union City, WV: worse coverage
- Bartley, WV: better coverage
- Paynesville, WV: better coverage
- Jolo, WV: better coverage
- Wilmore, WV: better coverage
- Yukon, WV: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Lex
- Notre Dame, ME: better coverage
- Nelson Lagoon, AK: worse coverage
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- New Concord, NY: better coverage
- New Hope, IN: better coverage
- Newhalem, WA: better coverage
- Newkirk, NM: better coverage
- Newlin, TX: better coverage