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United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market: By Operational Mode: Reseller, Service Operator, Full MVNO; By Service Type: 4G MVNO, 5G MVNO; By Contract Type: Prepaid MVNO, Postpaid MVNO; By Subscriber: Enterprise, Consumer; By Application: Discount, Others; Regional Analysis; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032
United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Outlook
The United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) market size reached approximately USD 16.80 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of around USD 25.57 billion by 2032.
Key Takeaways
- Cybersecurity is among the topmost concerns for users of MVON services in the USA.
- Enterprises are expected to become major end users of MVNO.
- Multiple MVNOs are expected to provide 5G internet services to consumers over the forecast period.
A mobile virtual network operator refers to a communication services provider that leases infrastructure from one or multiple network carriers to provide a reasonable mobile connectivity plan to consumers. It enables mobile network operators to gain profits from their underutilised infrastructure and provides consumers with cheap VOIP, SMS, and internet services.
The United States mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market fuelled is being driven by the improved quality of customer service and highly flexible and cost-effective plans provided by (MVNO) service providers. Consumers can benefit from greater freedom and access to the networks of established telecom companies, which is boosting the market growth.
Key Trends and Developments
The advent of 5G; increase cybersecurity concerns; focus on niche markets; and flexible billing and payment options are the major trends impacting the United States mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market growth
| Date | Event |
| Jan. 5th 2023 | Verizon Inc. becomes the MVON partner of Cox Mobile as the latter launches its services in 18 states in the US. |
| Feb.28th 2023 | National Content and Technology Cooperative enters into an agreement with Reach to enable its communication service providers to access the platform of Reach and provide mobile connectivity services. |
| June 6th 2023 | Amazon is expected to launch a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVON) service for boosting consumer loyalty and retention rates of its Prime subscription. |
| Mar. 24th 2022 | T-mobile renewed its deal with its MVNO Altice USA which provides its customers access to its 5G networks. |
| Factor | Impact |
| The advent of 5G network | The low latency and high offered by 5G networks enable network slicing, aiding the MVNO market growth. |
| Enhanced speed of 5G | Enabling MVNOs to provide great broadband services along with essential value-added services, facilitating the market |
| Rising focus on sybersecurity | With cybersecurity being the topmost consumer concern, MVNOs are expected to implement stringent measures to prevent data breaches, fraud, and distributed denial of service attacks |
| Flexible consumer billing and payment options | Many MVNOs rely on software to track consumer usage of services and generate bills, expected to drive market growth |
United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Trends
Since the degree of competition in the telecom sector is very high, new entrants are focusing on catering to unique demographics and industries to gain a competitive edge. For example, in the travel industry, MVON providers are partnering with e-SIM providers to provide smooth mobile connectivity to travellers. Moreover, many MVONs are offering branded mobile plans along with ticketing, visa, and insurance services.
MVON billing software must have a usage-based billing system that is transparent and accurate. Moreover, it must have the capability to integrate with third party systems for smooth bill payment and allow the customer to self-check their existing balances and consumption rates. The availability of a subscription management module is also essential for such software, and increases in consumer satisfaction and convenience can lead to the United States mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market growth.
Market Segmentation
“United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
| Market Breakup | Categories |
| Operational Mode | Reseller, Service Operator, Full MVNO |
| Service Type | 4G MVNO, 5G MVNO |
| Contract Type | Prepaid MVNO, Postpaid MVNO |
| Subscriber | Enterprise, Consumer |
| Application | Discount, Cellular M2M, Business, Media and Management, Migrant, Retail, Telecom, Roaming |
| Region | New England, Mideast, Great Lakes, Plains, Southeast, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, Far West |
5G is expected to lead the United States mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market share over the forecast period.
5G is expected to lead the market in the forecast period due to rapid evolution of mobile connectivity and networking generations. This is expected to drive the consumer demand for high-speed broadband services and internet calling services in the forecast period. Meanwhile, 4G is expected to remain prevalent among the services provided by MVONs in upcoming years due to its cost effectiveness and accessibility.
Postpaid MVNO are expected to constitute a major share of the market
In the United States mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market, postpaid avenues constitute a major market share as telecom companies are providing greater access to advanced technologies like 5G and higher number of SMS/mobile call services. For instance, in March 2022, T-Mobile announced its decision to provide 5G internet services through its MVON Altice USA.
On the other hand, the demand for prepaid MVNO is expected to remain stable in the forecast period. It provides low-budget consumers with the flexibility to switch between network service providers and connectivity plans conveniently. This freedom is expected to attract consumers towards the option of prepaid MVNO in the coming years.
Enterprises are expected to be leading subscribers of mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) services.
Enterprises are major subscribers of MVON services as it enables them to streamline their communication and workflow processes. It also helps them maintain a strict security check on their data and ensure that sensitive information is not compromised.
It also serves as a symbol of corporate branding when people rely on specific ringtones to remind themselves for a work meeting or collaborate through specific channels. Owing to these factors, the United States mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market is expected to grow significantly in the forecast period.
Consumers are also anticipated to witness a significant growth in the coming years as the increased freedom, flexibility, and cost savings associated with MOVNs attracts more consumers towards it.
Competitive Landscape
Major market players are designing innovative strategies to attract consumer attention, which is expected to drive the market forward.
| Company | Founded | Based | Description |
| Comcast Corp. (Xfinity) | June 1963 | Mississippi | Media and technology company engaged in the production and distribution of entertainment shows, along with providing streaming services |
| Verizon Communications, Inc. | June 2000 | New York | Leading communication technology service company providing wireless/wired communication services, among other products |
| AirVoice Wireless, LLC (HTH Communications) | 1999 | Texas | Provides prepaid wireless services along with affordable connectivity and emergency services to consumers |
| Cricket Wireless LLC. | 1999 | Chicago, Illinois | Provides wireless communications services to consumers in the state of Georgia |
Other key players in the United States mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market include Google LLC, AT&T Inc., DISH Wireless L.L.C., United Telecom, LLC, Mint Mobile, LLC, and T-Mobile US Inc., among others.
Key Highlights of the Report
| REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
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*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.
1 Preface
2 Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 North America Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Overview
8.1 Key Industry Highlights
8.2 North America Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.3 North America Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast (2024-2032)
9 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Overview
9.1 Key Industry Highlights
9.2 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market (2018-2023)
9.3 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast (2024-2032)
10 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market by Operational Mode
10.1 Reseller
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2 Service Operator
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.3 Full MVNO
10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market by Service Type
11.1 4G MVNO
11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.2 5G MVNO
11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market by Contract Type
12.1 Prepaid MVNO
12.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.2 Postpaid MVNO
12.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market by Subscriber
13.1 Enterprise
13.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.2 Consumer
13.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market by Application
14.1 Discount
14.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.2 Cellular M2M
14.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.3 Business
14.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.4 Media and Management
14.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.5 Migrant
14.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.6 Retail
14.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.6.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.7 Telecom
14.7.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.7.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.8 Roaming
14.8.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.8.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15 United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market by Region
15.1 New England
15.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15.2 Mideast
15.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15.3 Great Lakes
15.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15.4 Plains
15.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15.5 Southeast
15.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15.6 Southwest
15.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.6.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15.7 Rocky Mountain
15.7.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.7.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15.8 Far West
15.8.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
15.8.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
16 Market Dynamics
16.1 SWOT Analysis
16.1.1 Strengths
16.1.2 Weaknesses
16.1.3 Opportunities
16.1.4 Threats
16.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
16.2.1 Supplier’s Power
16.2.2 Buyer’s Power
16.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
16.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
16.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
16.3 Key Indicators for Demand
16.4 Key Indicators for Price
17 Competitive Landscape
17.1 Market Structure
17.2 Company Profiles
17.2.1 Google LLC
17.2.1.1 Company Overview
17.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.1.4 Certifications
17.2.2 AT&T Inc.
17.2.2.1 Company Overview
17.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.2.4 Certifications
17.2.3 Verizon Communications, Inc.
17.2.3.1 Company Overview
17.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.3.4 Certifications
17.2.4 AirVoice Wireless, LLC (HTH Communications)
17.2.4.1 Company Overview
17.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.4.4 Certifications
17.2.5 Comcast Corp. (Xfinity)
17.2.5.1 Company Overview
17.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.5.4 Certifications
17.2.6 DISH Wireless L.L.C.
17.2.6.1 Company Overview
17.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.6.4 Certifications
17.2.7 United Telecom, LLC
17.2.7.1 Company Overview
17.2.7.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.7.4 Certifications
17.2.8 Cricket Wireless LLC.
17.2.8.1 Company Overview
17.2.8.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.8.4 Certifications
17.2.9 Mint Mobile, LLC
17.2.9.1 Company Overview
17.2.9.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.9.4 Certifications
17.2.10 T-Mobile US Inc.
17.2.10.1 Company Overview
17.2.10.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.10.4 Certifications
17.2.11 Others
18 Key Trends and Developments in the Market
List of Key Figures and Tables
1. North America Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
3. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market: Breakup by Operational Mode (USD Billion), 2018-2023
4. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast: Breakup by Operational Mode (USD Billion), 2024-2032
5. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market: Breakup by Service Type (USD Billion), 2018-2023
6. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast: Breakup by Service Type (USD Billion), 2024-2032
7. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market: Breakup by Contract Type (USD Billion), 2018-2023
8. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast: Breakup by Contract Type (USD Billion), 2024-2032
9. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market: Breakup by Subscriber (USD Billion), 2018-2023
10. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast: Breakup by Subscriber (USD Billion), 2024-2032
11. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market: Breakup by Application (USD Billion), 2018-2023
12. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (USD Billion), 2024-2032
13. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Historical Market: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2018-2023
14. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2024-2032
15. United States Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Market Structure
Key Questions Answered in the Report
In 2023, the market reached an approximate value of USD 16.80 million.
The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% between 2024 and 2032.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach a value of around USD 25.57 million by 2032.
The market is being driven by improved quality of customer service and highly flexible and cost effective plans provided by the market players.
The key trends aiding the market expansion include the advent of 5G, increase cybersecurity concerns, and flexible billing and payment options offered by MVNO providers.
The major applications of MVNO include discount, cellular M2M, business, media and management, migrant, retail, telecom, and roaming.
The major regions in the market include New England, Mideast, Great Lakes, Plains, Southeast, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and the Far West.
The major players in the market are Google LLC, AT&T Inc., Verizon Communications, Inc., AirVoice Wireless, LLC (HTH Communications), Comcast Corp. (Xfinity), DISH Wireless L.L.C., United Telecom, LLC, Cricket Wireless LLC., Mint Mobile, LLC, and T-Mobile US Inc., among others.
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