United States 4G LTE Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Device Type (Smartphone, Laptop, and Tablets), By Technology (LTE-advance, LTE-TDD, LTE-FDD, WiMax, and HSPA+), and United States 4G LTE Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United States 4G LTE Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The USA 4G LTE Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 28.95% from 2025 to 2035.
• The United States 4G LTE Market Size is Expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2035.

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The U.S. 4G LTE market Size is expected to hold a significant share by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 28.95% from 2025 to 2035. The U.S. 4G LTE market has grown rapidly due to rising demand for high-speed internet, widespread smartphone use, and nearly universal network coverage. Infrastructure upgrades, including 4G LTE-Advanced, and government efforts to expand digital access have also fueled growth, while telecom providers prepare for the transition to 5G by enhancing 4G capabilities.

Market Overview

The United States 4G LTE market encompasses the deployment and utilization of fourth-generation Long-Term Evolution (LTE) wireless technology, providing high-speed mobile internet services across the country. Key drivers of this market include the increasing demand for high-speed internet, the proliferation of smartphones and IoT devices, and the need for reliable connectivity in both urban and rural areas. The market's strengths lie in its widespread coverage, with approximately 99% of the U.S. population having access to 4G LTE services, and its ability to support data-intensive applications such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time communications. Growth opportunities are present in expanding network infrastructure to underserved regions, integrating 4G LTE with emerging technologies like IoT and smart city initiatives, and enhancing service offerings to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses. Government initiatives, such as the Connect America Fund and the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet), have played a pivotal role in promoting the deployment of 4G LTE networks, particularly in rural and public safety sectors, thereby fostering broader adoption and utilization of 4G LTE services nationwide.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United States 4G LTE market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United States 4G LTE market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United States 4G LTE market.

Driving Factors

The widespread adoption of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices has significantly increased demand for high-speed internet and seamless connectivity. The growing popularity of data-intensive applications such as video streaming, mobile gaming, and real-time communications has further fueled the need for reliable 4G LTE networks. Businesses and consumers alike are relying more on mobile connectivity for remote work, e-commerce, and digital services. Additionally, advancements like 4G LTE-Advanced are enhancing network performance and coverage. Government initiatives to improve digital infrastructure in underserved areas and support emergency communication systems also drive growth. Rising IoT adoption and smart city developments present further opportunities for 4G LTE expansion across industries.

Restraining Factors

The high infrastructure costs, network congestion in urban areas, and interference from other wireless technologies. Uncertainty due to the transition to 5G discourages long-term investments. Additionally, regulatory hurdles and spectrum allocation issues further delay deployment, especially in underserved regions, slowing overall market growth and expansion efforts.

Market Segmentation

The United States 4G LTE Market share is classified into device type and technology.

• The smartphone segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States 4G LTE market is segmented by device type into smartphone, laptop, and tablets. Among these, the smartphone segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to the widespread ownership and daily reliance on mobile phones for communication, internet access, and app usage. The rapid adoption of smartphones, supported by affordable data plans and continuous upgrades by manufacturers, has made them the primary device for accessing 4G LTE networks.

• The LTE-FDD segment held a substantial share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States 4G LTE Market is segmented by technology into LTE-advance, LTE-TDD, LTE-FDD, WiMAX, and HSPA+. Among these, the LTE-FDD segment held a substantial share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is because LTE-FDD offers better spectral efficiency, consistent performance in both uplink and downlink, and broader compatibility with existing network infrastructure. Major U.S. carriers like Verizon and AT&T have widely adopted LTE-FDD, ensuring strong coverage, reliability, and high-speed connectivity nationwide.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United States 4G LTE market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Metro by T-Mobile
• Verizon Wireless
• AT&T Mobility
• T-Mobile US
• U.S. Cellular
• Cricket Wireless
• Boost Mobile
• Visible
• Mint Mobile
• Google Fi
• Consumer Cellular
• Gen Mobile
• FreedomPop
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In April 2024, HMD Global released three new Nokia feature phones, the Nokia 215 4G, Nokia 225 4G, and Nokia 235 4G, all priced under €100. These phones featured modernized designs, USB Type-C connectivity, Bluetooth support, microSD card expansion, and came with the classic game Snake pre-installed.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United States 4G LTE Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United States 4G LTE Market, By Device Type

• Smartphone
• Laptop
• Tablets

United States 4G LTE Market, By Technology

• LTE-advance
• LTE-TDD
• LTE-FDD
• WiMax
• HSPA+