Intro
Getting your own phone.
Type of Phone Plan
Most of us don’t need a fancy phone plan to get the essentials done. Most of us need calling, texting, and some form of data plan for working with maps, social media, email and day-to-day coordination.
Many local providers can get you a phone at a low introductory cost and low month-to-month fees or pay as you need plans.
Phone Providers
These recommendations are not sponsored and serve as starting points. Always use your best judgement.
If you are not able to get on a phone plan with a parent or guardian, here are some low-cost solutions and where to find them.
- Cricket: Use Cricket’s store locator to search by city and review store locations, hours, and directions.
- Mint Mobile: is a good option if you already have a phone but simply want your own lower cost plan. You can activate your current phone onto their network instantly.
- Boost Mobile is another option as they have multiple centers cross Oregon. Their network is reliable and have many affordable options, some you can even start online.
- Walmart: Local Walmart stores have Electronics Departments where you can buy prepaid phones, meaning you buy time as you need it instead of every month. Some phones may be available at low upfront prices, and service cards can usually be purchased as needed. Check with nearby stores for current options.
- CVS and other retailers. Many stores like CVS, Walgreens, and Best Buy offer similar phone products to Walmart, pre-paid phones and minutes available.