In Lower West Side, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Lower West Side’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Lower West Side’s 22,185 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lower West Side providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Lower West Side
Coverage:
100.00% of Lower West Side
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.68% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lower West Side
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Lower West Side) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.68% |
92.19% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.68% 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 Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lower West Side mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lower West Side
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.68% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lower West Side homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Lower West Side
Coverage:
100.00% of Lower West Side
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lower West Side
T-Mobile covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Lower West Side) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lower West Side mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lower West Side
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lower West Side homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Lower West Side
Coverage:
100.00% of Lower West Side
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.87% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lower West Side
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Lower West Side) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.87% |
98.83% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.87% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lower West Side mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lower West Side
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.87% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Lower West Side homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Lower West Side homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lower West Side land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lower West Side Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lower West Side, Chicago, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lower West Side ranks #1 out of 145 neighborhoods for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Chicago.

Best Lower West Side Cell Provider Key
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lower West Side, Chicago, IL: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Lower West Side. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 100.00% of the neighborhood. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Lower West Side homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lower West Side, Chicago, IL
If the price of a Lower West Side mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lower West Side 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 Lower West Side 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.
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Lower West Side Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lower West Side may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the neighborhood. 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 Lower West Side covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the neighborhood. Overall, 100.00% of homes (22,185 people) and 100.0% of the land (2.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lower West Side

Lower West Side 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Lower West Side cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 100.00% or 2.2 square miles of Lower West Side are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lower West Side comes from T-Mobile with 100.00% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lower West Side

Lower West Side 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 Lower West Side, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Lower West Side with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lower West Side for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the neighborhood, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Lower West Side houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lower West Side land is provided by Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 100.00% in Lower West Side.
- The top estimated average speed in Lower West Side, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Neighborhoods Near Lower West Side
If you live near Lower West Side but aren’t technically in the neighborhood, 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 Lower West Side:
Neighborhoods close to Lower West Side
- Pilsen, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- University Village, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Locks, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Claremont Cottages, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Bohemian California, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Near West Side, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Mount Pleasant, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Ducktown, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Bridgeport, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Armour Square, Chicago, IL: equal coverage
Neighborhoods with similar populations to Lower West Side
- San Luis Rey, Oceanside, CA: equal coverage
- Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA: equal coverage
- Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA: equal coverage
- Hunts Point, Bronx, NY: equal coverage
- Kalihi Valley, Honolulu, HI: worse coverage
- Maplewood-Ashcreek, Portland, OR: equal coverage
- Airport, Honolulu, HI: worse coverage
- Mountain View, El Monte, CA: equal coverage
- Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA: equal coverage
- Noe Valley, San Francisco, CA: equal coverage







