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Cell coverage comparison in Los Angeles, California

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Based on crowdsourced speed tests and signal measurements in Los Angeles, California, the current snapshot reflects over 220,000 speed tests and shows medians of 141.9 Mbps download, 16.4 Mbps upload, and 33 ms latency.

Performance by Carrier in Los Angeles

Explore median download speeds, upload performance, and network latency for each major mobile carrier in Los Angeles, calculated from millions of real-world, crowdsourced speed tests. These results reflect typical everyday performance to help you compare carriers and choose the network that delivers the fastest speeds, most responsive connections, and broadest coverage where you live, work, and travel.

AT&T logo
Download111.0 Mbps
Upload12.0 Mbps
Latency32 ms
Coverage82.7%

Over 72,000 tests conducted

T-Mobile logo
Download236.7 Mbps
Upload22.3 Mbps
Latency33 ms
Coverage82.7%

Over 74,000 tests conducted

Verizon logo
Download115.4 Mbps
Upload16.6 Mbps
Latency35 ms
Coverage83.1%

Over 73,000 tests conducted

Performance by Carrier shows side-by-side results for the primary mobile providers measured in Los Angeles. Each row reflects median download, upload, and latency for that carrier.

Providers included in this comparison are Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T. Per-carrier test counts are shown in the table to indicate data accuracy.

Network Performance in Los Angeles

Get a complete view of mobile network performance across Los Angeles with overall benchmarks and carrier-by-carrier breakdowns. Explore median performance metrics calculated from millions of real-world, crowdsourced speed tests. Start with the Los Angeles-wide snapshot to understand overall network trends, then dive deeper to compare individual carriers side-by-side and see how each performs in speed, responsiveness, and availability.

Median Performance

Download

141.9Mbps

Upload

16.4Mbps

Latency

33ms

Top Performers

Fastest Download: T-Mobile

236.7 Mbps

Fastest Upload: T-Mobile

22.3 Mbps

Best Latency: AT&T

32 ms

Best Coverage: Verizon

83.1%

Coverage Snapshot

5G80.7%
4G LTE85.5%
Based on over 220,000 speed tests

Network Performance aggregates all measured carriers in Los Angeles to provide a baseline view of typical speeds and latency in the area. Use these medians as a quick indicator of overall network quality.

These medians are calculated from over 220,000 tests. Current medians are 141.9 Mbps download, 16.4 Mbps upload, and 33 ms latency.

Cell Phone Plans Available in Los Angeles

Compare wireless plans from carriers with coverage in this area.

Helium Mobile Zero

$0/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • 1 GB Data1GB cellular + 2GB Helium Wi-Fi
  • No Hotspot Included
  • 100 Minutes
  • 300 Texts

Helium Mobile Sprout

$5/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • 3 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
  • No Hotspot Included
  • Unlimited Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

Red Pocket 500MB 12 Months

$5/mo

12 month term

AT&T
T-Mobile
Verizon
  • 0.5 GB Datahigh-speed, then Unknown
  • Hotspot Included
  • 500 Minutes
  • 500 Texts

Tello 100 Mins

$5/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • No Data Included
  • No Hotspot Included
  • 100 Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

Tello 1GB 100 Mins

$6/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • 1 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
  • Hotspot Included
  • 100 Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

Tello 2GB 100 Mins

$7/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • 1 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
  • Hotspot Included
  • 100 Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

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Cell Coverage in Los Angeles: FAQ

What is the best cell phone carrier in Los Angeles?

Based on crowdsourced speed tests in Los Angeles, T-Mobile currently leads in median download speeds. Compare carriers in the performance table above for the latest results.

Why might this page show limited data for Los Angeles?

We need at least 25 recent speed tests to generate reliable local metrics. If we don't have enough tests yet, the page focuses on maps and nearby locations while we keep collecting data.

How can I check coverage at my specific address in Los Angeles?

Use the interactive map to check signal strength at your exact address. Visit the CoverageMap interactive map to explore 4G/5G availability.

How can I contribute coverage data for Los Angeles?

Download the CoverageMap app and run a few speed tests with location enabled. Your results help improve coverage accuracy and unlock local rankings faster.

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