In May, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 95.9% of May’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.78% of May’s 166 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.01% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the May providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
May, 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in May
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in May
T-Mobile covers 2.28% 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 May) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.18% |
1.20% |
4G |
0.02% |
3.48% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.18% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among May mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in May
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.18% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.28% of May homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
12.15% of May
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.51% 3G or 2G: 12.15%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in May
AT&T Wireless covers 12.15% 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 May) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.51% |
1.34% |
2G or 3G |
12.15% |
17.18% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.51% of homes. 11.64% 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 May mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in May
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 7.28% of May homes. 12.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of May homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as May land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the May Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in May, ID. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, May ranks #649 out of 804 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Idaho.
Best May Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of May where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in May, ID: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in May. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 7.28% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 12.15% of May homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in May, ID
If the price of a May mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in May 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 May 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 May, ID
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in May, 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 May and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Custer Telephone Cooperative in May
Custer Telephone Cooperative Data Speeds and Coverage in May
Custer Telephone Cooperative covers 98.78% 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 May) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
96.85% |
90.96% |
2G or 3G |
98.78% |
95.87% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.85% of homes. 1.93% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Custer Telephone Cooperative as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among May mobile providers.
Custer Telephone Cooperative Voice Quality in May
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.85% of May homes. 97.24% 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 May than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
May, ID Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
May Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in May 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 May covering 0.01% of homes in the area while 4G covers 96.85% of the city. Overall, 98.78% of homes (166 people) and 95.9% of the land (145.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in May
May 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in May cover 0.01% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 0.36% or 0.5 square miles of May are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in May comes from T-Mobile with 0.18% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in May
May 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 May, 96.85% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 96.85% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Custer Telephone Cooperative has the best 4G network in May with 96.85% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in May 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 May houses is best with service from Custer Telephone Cooperative, with 98.78% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all May land is provided by Custer Telephone Cooperative at 95.87% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 0.18% in May.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Custer Telephone Cooperative, covering 96.85% of May.
- The top estimated average speed in May, estimated at 38.80, Mbps is available through Custer Telephone Cooperative.
Mobile Service Cities Near May
If you live near May 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 May:
Cities close to May
- Ellis, ID: worse coverage
- Patterson, ID: worse coverage
- Challis, ID: better coverage
- Lemhi, ID: better coverage
- Clayton, ID: worse coverage
- Leadore, ID: better coverage
- Tendoy, ID: better coverage
- Cobalt, ID: better coverage
- Torreys, ID: worse coverage
- Salmon, ID: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to May
- Blomeyer, MO: better coverage
- Buies Creek, NC: better coverage
- Buford, ND: better coverage
- Bradleyville, MI: better coverage
- Bradgate, IA: better coverage
- Bona, MO: better coverage
- Bluff, MS: better coverage
- Bluff City, KS: better coverage
- Blue Mountain Lake, NY: worse coverage
- Blue Clay Farms, NC: better coverage