Picking the best phone plan for one person: What you should look for

There are loads of reasons why you might be riding solo on your own wireless plan. Maybe you’ve said “peace” to the family plan. Maybe you split with your S.O. and they were the primary account holder (btw hang in there, good things are coming for ya… and in this blog). 

Whatever the reason, you might be wondering how to pick the best phone plan for one person?  It can be tough for single planners to find the right plan with all of the features they need for their lifestyle, but don’t worry – we’re here to help. 

Here are a few things to consider as you look for the best phone plan for one person.

How much is a phone bill for one person?

The price of a single-person phone plan will vary from carrier to carrier, though reports say that the average American pays $157 per month (though we certainly know a way to pay way less).  
Unfortunately, a lot of carriers will only give you their best price if you have multiple lines on one account, pretty lame in our humble opinion. At Mint – you’ll get our best rate (y’know, $15/mo when you purchase a 3-month plan)* even if you’re flying solo. (That whole keeping the rate the same thing is kind of our jam). Overall, you’ll want to find a provider that offers great service you need, without having to pay an arm and a tail.

Single line phone plan benefits to look out for

Affordable pricing 

If you’ve been with a big wireless carrier for a while, getting an affordable monthly price might seem like a mythical fantasy, but rest assured, it’s not. With Mint, our plans are available in 3, 6 and 12-month options so you can get the absolutely best rate, starting from $15/month*, and use that extra money towards more fun stuff. 

Flexible data amounts 

Before you hop into a new plan, you’ll want to figure out how much data you actually use and need.  While unlimited data is great, it isn’t one-size-fits-all; if you’re always on Wi-Fi, for example, you might need less data than you think.

At Mint we’ve got plan options from 6GB, 17GB, 23GB and Unlimited. If you’re not sure how much data you need or how much you’re using currently, don’t worry, we’ve got you. 

Reliable coverage 

This goes without saying. Having wireless coverage that doesn’t keep you, er, covered is a no-go. So definitely check your coverage as you browse wireless carriers. Want to see what real Mint customers have said about our coverage? Be our guest. Plus, you can check your coverage on Mint to see if you can get the service you want at the reasonable price you deserve. 

Ability to keep your current phone and number

For maximum savings, we recommend finding a carrier that allows you to keep your current phone and number, unless you’re wanting a new one– byeeee telemarketers. 

At Mint, we’re all about helping you get what you want at the lowest possible price. And if you’re not looking for a new phone upgrade, bringing your current phone is a great option. If you are looking for an upgrade, we’ve got great deals on the most popular phone models too. 

Dependable customer care Even though we hope you never need it, it’s good to know if your next wireless carrier has excellent care, award-winning even. Staying connected is kind of essential these days, and if you ever do need help, you’ll want to get any things resolved ASAFP (we said foxing).

Single line phone plan featurees that are a must have

There are some features that you will definitely want on your next plan (and some you might not even realize you needed).

Unlimited talk & text 

Because duh. When you need to catch up on the family tea or check in on Grandma’s bingo winnings, you know we’ve got unlimited talk and text on all Mint plans. 

Free Wi-Fi Calling

Wi-Fi Calling extends your coverage by providing calling when you’re on Wi-Fi, whether you have a good signal or not. Great for dead zones and basement parties. 

Free mobile hotspot

No Wi-Fi? No problem. Our free mobile hotspot allows you to use non-cellular devices like an iPad or laptop to get on the world wide web. 

Free international calling options

If you’ve got friends and fam across the globe, having international calling capabilities may come in handy. Especially if you’ve got fam in Mexico, Canada or in the UK. 

Free scam protection

Screening calls from your ex is up to you, but for every other unwanted call, we’ve got Scam Screener. Scam Screener lets you know when pesky scammers are trying to get through, making it easy to know which calls to take and which calls to pass on.

Best phone plans for me? Mint Mobile’s got ’em

All those features listed above? Yep, we’ve got ‘em. 

At Mint, we believe wireless is a necessary utility, not a luxury, which is why we offer premium wireless for $15/mo.* It’s just kind of how we work. We believe in flexible data you can change when you need to, an app that makes life easy, and the ability to stay single but also make a Mint Family with your BFF if you want to (you only need 2 lines to start one, after all).

So, ready to ride off into the sunset with a pocket full of savings? Find the plan of your dreams by taking our plan match quiz below to get started.

Originally published December 2021; Updated July 2025

_{*Upfront payment of $45 for 3-month plan (equiv. to $15/mo.) req’d. New customer offer for first 3 months only; then full-price plan options available. Taxes & fees extra.}