Yes, in a variety of ways. Most obvious ones I'm able to imagine off the top of my head:
- It could be a cheap phone on a cheap plan; Wal-Mart sells basic Android phones with prepaid plans for less than $50 [0].
- It could be government-subsidized; the plan itself can be subsidized through the FCC's Lifeline program [1], and I think (though I can't confirm yet) there are similar programs for the phone itself
- It could be a gift from a family member or friend (I personally know a few people for whom this is the case)
- It could be a cheap phone on a cheap plan; Wal-Mart sells basic Android phones with prepaid plans for less than $50 [0].
- It could be government-subsidized; the plan itself can be subsidized through the FCC's Lifeline program [1], and I think (though I can't confirm yet) there are similar programs for the phone itself
- It could be a gift from a family member or friend (I personally know a few people for whom this is the case)
[0]: https://www.walmart.com/cp/cell-phones/1105910
[1]: https://www.fcc.gov/general/lifeline-program-low-income-cons...