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About Verizon
Verizon Communications is the largest wireless carrier in the United States by subscribers, with approximately 143 million wireless connections and approximately $134 billion in annual revenue. Headquartered in New York City, Verizon is widely regarded as having the largest and most reliable wireless network in the US, consistently winning network quality awards from J.D. Power, RootMetrics, and PCMag. Verizon operates on CDMA/LTE/5G networks and has invested heavily in 5G — both nationwide 5G (lower speeds, wide coverage) and C-Band/mmWave 5G Ultra Wideband (very fast, limited coverage in select cities). Plans start at $35/line for Basic Unlimited (with 4+ lines) and go to $90/line for Ultimate. Verizon also offers home internet via Verizon Fios (fiber) in the Northeast and 5G Home Internet for fixed wireless. Verizon is publicly traded and one of the most widely held dividend stocks in the US.
Frequently Asked Questions
Verizon vs T-Mobile vs AT&T: which is best?
Verizon has the most reliable network overall, particularly in rural areas and for business users. T-Mobile has the fastest 5G network and best prices. AT&T is competitive in coverage and has the strongest network for first responders (FirstNet) and in some urban markets. For most consumers prioritizing network reliability: Verizon. For price: T-Mobile. AT&T is a strong second in both categories.
Is Verizon worth the higher price?
Verizon costs $15-30/month more per line than T-Mobile for comparable plans. Whether it's worth it depends on your coverage needs. In dense urban areas, T-Mobile's 5G is often faster than Verizon. In rural areas or when traveling, Verizon's network often has better coverage. Business users, frequent rural travelers, and those in Verizon-strong markets get clear value from the premium.