In Lufkin, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Lufkin’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Lufkin’s 56,096 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.96% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lufkin providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lufkin, TX 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 Lufkin
Coverage:
99.21% of Lufkin
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.12% 4G: 89.39% 3G or 2G: 91.50%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lufkin
T-Mobile covers 99.21% 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 Lufkin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.12% |
83.22% |
4G |
89.39% |
57.52% |
2G or 3G |
91.50% |
71.74% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.12% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lufkin mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lufkin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.12% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.20% of Lufkin homes. 94.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lufkin
Verizon Wireless covers 99.74% 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 Lufkin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
95.32% |
84.83% |
2G or 3G |
86.83% |
57.45% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.32% 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 Lufkin mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lufkin
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.74% of Lufkin homes. 86.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Lufkin
Coverage:
100.00% of Lufkin
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 93.40% 4G: 98.01% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lufkin
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Lufkin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
93.40% |
61.31% |
4G |
98.01% |
78.84% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 93.40% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lufkin mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lufkin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 93.40% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.56% of Lufkin 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 Lufkin homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lufkin land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lufkin Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lufkin, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lufkin ranks #2807 out of 5174 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.
Best Lufkin Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Lufkin where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lufkin, TX: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Lufkin. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.12% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Lufkin homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lufkin, TX
If the price of a Lufkin mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lufkin 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 Lufkin 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 Lufkin, TX
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Lufkin, 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 Lufkin and the providers’ coverage areas.
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Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in Lufkin
Cellular One covers 89.67% 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 Lufkin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
72.94% |
45.59% |
72.94% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lufkin mobile providers.
Cellular One Voice Quality in Lufkin
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Lufkin homes. 89.67% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Lufkin, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lufkin Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lufkin 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 Lufkin covering 97.96% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (56,096 people) and 100.0% of the land (229.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lufkin
Lufkin 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Lufkin cover 97.96% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 84.23% or 193.3 square miles of Lufkin are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lufkin comes from T-Mobile with 97.12% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lufkin
Lufkin 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 Lufkin, 99.12% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Lufkin with 99.74% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lufkin 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 Lufkin houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lufkin land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.12% in Lufkin.
- The top estimated average speed in Lufkin, estimated at 68.96, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Lufkin
If you live near Lufkin 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 Lufkin:
Cities close to Lufkin
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- Moffitt, TX: worse coverage
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- Pollok, TX: worse coverage
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- Statesboro, GA: worse coverage