How many base stations does the United States have?

By comparison, the European Union had around 460,000 thousand base stations, while the United States had approximately 175,000. Get notified via email when this statistic is updated.

How many Air Force bases are there?

The number of active duty Air Force Bases within the United States rose from 115 in 1947 to peak at 162 in 1956 before declining to 69 in 2003 and 59 in 2020. This change reflects a Cold War expansion, retirement of much of the strategic bomber force, and the post–Cold War draw-down.

How many 5G base stations are there in China?

In data collected between July 2022 and June 2024, China was reported to have had around 3.5 million 5G base stations installed across the country, with Chinese mobile operators investing heavily in 5G infrastructure. By comparison, the European Union had around 460,000 thousand base stations, while the United States had approximately 175,000.

How many base stations are there in Europe?

By 2023, the continent had around 500,000 active base stations, with countries like Germany, the UK, and France leading the way. Unlike China and the U.S., Europe has emphasized widespread but steady deployment, focusing on balancing urban and rural connectivity. One challenge in Europe is regulatory hurdles.

What is a small cell base station?

Unlike traditional large cell towers, small cells are compact, low-powered base stations designed for dense urban environments. They help fill coverage gaps, improve network reliability, and handle high data traffic. In cities, more than 60% of 5G base stations are small cells, placed on rooftops, lampposts, and building facades.

How many cell sites are there in the US?

There are nearly 419,000 cell sites across the US, according to the newest figures from CTIA. The trade association recently published its annual survey of its wireless network operator members, a report that helps clarify and quantify some of the industry's regulatory issues.