United States Telecom Towers Market Trends

Statistics for the 2023 & 2024 United States Telecom Towers market trends, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. United States Telecom Towers trend report includes a market forecast to 2029 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry trends analysis as a free report PDF download.

Market Trends of United States Telecom Towers Industry

Adoption of 5G Technology Fuels Telecom Tower Infrastructure Growth

The U.S. telecom towers market is witnessing rapid growth, fueled by the increasing demand for high-speed wireless connectivity and infrastructure upgrades. The market landscape is being redefined with the proliferation of 5G technology and a shift toward operator-owned towers.

  • 5G Deployment Driving Demand: The adoption of 5G technology is a major driver of telecom tower infrastructure growth, with extensive upgrades required to support faster data speeds and more reliable connectivity.
  • Small Cell Deployment: A key trend in the U.S. telecom tower market is the widespread deployment of small cell sites, especially in densely populated urban centers, to increase network capacity.
  • Rural Tower Expansion: Closing the digital divide is leading to significant growth in rural telecom towers, where leasing space on these towers is becoming a critical revenue source for mobile carriers.
  • Market Forecast: Industry research predicts robust growth in the U.S. telecom tower market size, with investments in 5G and network upgrades expected to drive demand through 2025.
United States Telecom Tower Market - Estimated 5G Share of Total Mobile Connections in Major Regions, in %, Global, 2025*

Operator-Owned Towers Hold Significant Share in the Market

The dominance of operator-owned towers is another important trend in the U.S. telecom tower market. Companies like AT&T and Verizon are increasingly owning their tower infrastructure to reduce costs and accelerate the deployment of 5G technology.

  • Control Over Infrastructure: Owning telecom towers provides operators greater control over network expansion and reduces reliance on third-party leasing.
  • Market Consolidation: The U.S. telecom tower market has seen significant mergers and acquisitions, with large operators acquiring smaller firms to scale their operations.
  • Advantages of Operator-Owned Towers: These towers enable faster rollout capabilities, which are crucial for meeting growing demand in the competitive wireless infrastructure market.
  • Regulatory Landscape Impact: Telecom tower regulations in the USA can create hurdles for smaller companies, but larger operators are better positioned to navigate these challenges and enhance their market share.
United States Telecom Towers Market - Number of American Tower Corporation Owned/Operated Towers, by Country, Worldwide, 2023

US Telecom Towers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)