Knowing which phone or internet plan is best for you can feel like an ever-evolving minefield. How do you know if you’re getting the best deal for your needs?
Looking for senior-specific discounts is a great place to start when shopping for phone and internet plans. AT&T’s Unlimited 55+ plan offers a discount on both phone and internet for customers aged 55 and over. Bundle both services for just $99 per month (includes two phone lines) before taxes and fees.
In this article, we’ll cover the best AT&T plans for seniors, how to qualify for discounted internet, and how to know which plan is right for you.
Key takeaways
AT&T’s Unlimited 55+ plan is one of the best available phone and internet plans for seniors in 2025.
Seniors from low-income households may also qualify for their Access from AT&T discounted internet plan.
To learn more about how to apply or switch your phone or internet plan, reach out to AT&T.
AT&T senior-friendly phone plans
Several AT&T phone plans work well for seniors, depending on your unique phone needs.
AT&T Unlimited 55+ Plan
AT&T’s Unlimited 55+ phone plan offers unlimited talk, text, and data in between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico for customers over 55 years of age. Additional benefits include:
Unlimited text from the U.S. to 200+ countries
10GB hotspot data, per line
5G access with a 5G compatible phone in a 5G market area
You can add tablets and watches with an AT&T 55+ Tablet or AT&T Wearable plan
You’ll pay just $35 per line when you get two lines and sign up for AutoPay with this AT&T senior phone plan.
AT&T prepaid plans
For $25/month, you’ll get one line of unlimited talk, text and data and 30 GB per month at a maximum speed of 3Mbps, which then slows to a maximum of 1.5Mbps after that.
Or, if you prepay $240 for 12 months of service, you’ll get the same benefits as the unlimited plan plus 10GB of hotspot data.
AT&T internet plans for seniors
AT&T also offers internet plans specifically for seniors. Their 55+ plan allows you to bundle two lines of unlimited wireless and home internet for $99/month (not including taxes and fees).
AT&T fiber coverage
If your home is eligible for fiber, you’ll pay $29 a month when you sign up for AutoPay and paperless billing. This plan comes with AT&T Internet Backup - which means you’ll have wireless data at the ready even when your internet goes down.
Low-income discounts
AT&T offers discounted internet for qualifying low-income households. The program, called Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation with no equipment fees, deposit, or annual contract.
If your household qualifies, you’ll get internet service for $30/month on speeds up to 100Mbps, or you’ll save $20/month on fiber speeds of 300Mbps-1GIG.
If you’re eligible for any of the following programs you should be eligible for Access from AT&T:
Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
CEP eligible schools
Early Headstart
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Public Housing Assistance
Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
Headstart
LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
Medicaid
NSLP (National School Lunch Program)
School Breakfast Program
SNAP
SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
Tribal Head Start
TTANF (Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
Veterans and Survivors Pension benefit
Bundling phone and internet to save money
When you bundle your phone and internet service with AT&T’s 55+ plan, you’ll get discounts on both services and pay just $99 total per month (proof of eligibility required).
Bottom line
Choosing the right AT&T plan for you will depend on your personal phone and internet needs, as well as your budget.
If you’re in the market for phone and internet service, you may get the best savings from their 55+ bundle ($99 total per month).
But if your household is low-income, you may qualify for their Access from AT&T plan, which offers internet service for as low as $20 per month.
Frequently asked questions
Does AT&T have a 55+ plan?
Yes, AT&T’s 55+ unlimited phone plan offers unlimited talk, text, and data in between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. It also offers unlimited text from the US to 200+ countries. Its 55+ wireless plan allows you to bundle two lines of unlimited wireless and home internet for just $99 per month (not including taxes and fees).
Is there a discount for AARP members?
No, AT&T does not offer a discount for AARP members.
Can seniors qualify for free or discounted internet?
Yes, seniors who qualify as low-income may be eligible for Access from AT&T, a program that offers discounted internet to low-income households.
What’s the cheapest AT&T plan for seniors?
AT&T’s 55+ Unlimited plan offers the best bundled deal for seniors for their cell phone and internet service.
