In Lost River, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 34.4% of Lost River’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 72.34% of Lost River’s 61 residents. 5G reception covers up to 10.66% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lost River providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lost River, ID 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 Lost River
Verizon Wireless covers 21.98% 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 Lost River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
9.36% |
26.75% |
2G or 3G |
21.98% |
45.44% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 9.36% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lost River mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lost River
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 18.19% of Lost River homes. 16.56% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Lost River
Coverage:
71.63% of Lost River
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 11.10% 4G: 57.65% 3G or 2G: 70.20%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lost River
T-Mobile covers 71.63% 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 Lost River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
11.10% |
11.25% |
4G |
57.65% |
4.99% |
2G or 3G |
70.20% |
6.82% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 11.10% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 57.65% of homes. 1.45% 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 Lost River mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lost River
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 11.10% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 59.03% of Lost River homes. 70.20% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
65.36% of Lost River
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 59.03% 3G or 2G: 63.79%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lost River
AT&T Wireless covers 65.36% 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 Lost River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
59.03% |
20.27% |
2G or 3G |
63.79% |
30.50% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 59.03% of homes. 4.76% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lost River mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lost River
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 59.61% of Lost River homes. 63.79% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Lost River homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lost River land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lost River Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lost River, ID. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lost River ranks #733 out of 804 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Idaho.
Best Lost River Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the central areas of Lost River where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lost River, ID: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Lost River. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 11.10% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 71.63% of Lost River homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lost River, ID
If the price of a Lost River mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lost River 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 Lost River 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 Lost River, ID
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Lost River, 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 Lost River and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
100.00% of Lost River
0.00% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
More about Custer Telephone Cooperative in Lost River
Custer Telephone Cooperative Data Speeds and Coverage in Lost River
Custer Telephone Cooperative 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 Lost River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
2.55% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
1.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Custer Telephone Cooperative as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lost River mobile providers.
Custer Telephone Cooperative Voice Quality in Lost River
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lost River homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Custer Telephone Cooperative service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Lost River than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Lost River, ID Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lost River Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lost River 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 Lost River covering 10.66% of homes in the area while 4G covers 59.80% of the city. Overall, 72.34% of homes (51 people) and 34.4% of the land (144.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lost River
Lost River 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Lost River cover 10.66% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 10.81% or 45.2 square miles of Lost River are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lost River comes from T-Mobile with 11.10% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lost River
Lost River 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 Lost River, 59.06% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 59.80% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Custer Telephone Cooperative has the best 4G network in Lost River with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lost River 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 Lost River houses is best with service from Custer Telephone Cooperative, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lost River land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 45.90% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 11.10% in Lost River.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Custer Telephone Cooperative, covering 100.00% of Lost River.
- The top estimated average speed in Lost River, estimated at 40.00, Mbps is available through Custer Telephone Cooperative.
Mobile Service Cities Near Lost River
If you live near Lost River 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 Lost River:
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