In South Plains, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of South Plains’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of South Plains’s 65 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.74% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the South Plains providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
South Plains, 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in South Plains
Coverage:
100.00% of South Plains
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 66.72% 4G: 99.93% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in South Plains
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 South Plains) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
66.72% |
63.31% |
4G |
99.93% |
99.83% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 66.72% 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 South Plains mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in South Plains
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 66.72% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of South Plains homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of South Plains
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.29% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in South Plains
Verizon Wireless 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 South Plains) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.29% |
98.71% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.29% 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 South Plains mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in South Plains
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.80% of South Plains homes. 98.51% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in South Plains
Coverage:
99.98% of South Plains
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.74% 4G: 89.10% 3G or 2G: 34.48%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in South Plains
T-Mobile covers 99.98% 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 South Plains) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.74% |
95.81% |
4G |
89.10% |
78.19% |
2G or 3G |
34.48% |
33.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.74% 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 South Plains mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in South Plains
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.74% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of South Plains homes. 60.10% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of South Plains homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as South Plains land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the South Plains Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in South Plains, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, South Plains ranks #1919 out of 5174 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.
Best South Plains 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 South Plains where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in South Plains, TX: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in South Plains. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.74% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of South Plains homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in South Plains, TX
If the price of a South Plains mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in South Plains 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 South Plains 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.
South Plains, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
South Plains Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in South Plains 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 South Plains covering 99.74% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.98% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (65 people) and 100.0% of the land (95.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in South Plains
South Plains 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in South Plains cover 99.74% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 96.63% or 92.7 square miles of South Plains are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in South Plains comes from T-Mobile with 99.74% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in South Plains
South Plains 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 South Plains, 99.93% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.98% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile has the best 4G network in South Plains with 99.98% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in South Plains 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 South Plains houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all South Plains land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.74% in South Plains.
- The top estimated average speed in South Plains, estimated at 70.82, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near South Plains
If you live near South Plains 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 South Plains:
Cities close to South Plains
- Muncy, TX: worse coverage
- Sterley, TX: worse coverage
- Lockney, TX: worse coverage
- Flomot, TX: worse coverage
- Quitaque, TX: worse coverage
- Whiteflat, TX: worse coverage
- Seth Ward, TX: better coverage
- Turkey, TX: worse coverage
- Plainview, TX: better coverage
- Kress, TX: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to South Plains
- Oxford, WV: worse coverage
- Pine, PA: worse coverage
- Paradise Hill, NV: worse coverage
- Pansy, PA: worse coverage
- Pandale, TX: worse coverage
- Palermo, IL: worse coverage
- Painton, MO: worse coverage
- Pahrump, CA: worse coverage
- Ozark, MI: worse coverage
- Piper, IA: better coverage