Forecast: Fixed Broadband Subscriptions in the US

The number of fixed broadband subscriptions in the US is set to see a steady increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the figure stood at approximately 38.00 subscriptions per hundred persons. Forecasts for 2024 indicate a rise to 38.19, representing growth of around 0.5% year-on-year. This trend is expected to continue steadily, with incremental increases over the years: 38.44 in 2025 (0.65% YoY), 38.66 in 2026 (0.57% YoY), 38.88 in 2027 (0.57% YoY), and 39.07 in 2028 (0.49% YoY). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately 0.5%.

Future trends to watch for include potential saturation of the fixed broadband market as penetration rates approach their upper limits. Additionally, technological advancements such as 5G and fiber-optic infrastructure could drive further increases in broadband subscriptions. Policy changes and industry competition will also play critical roles in shaping this landscape.