Boost Mobile Achieves Landmark in U.S. 5G Coverage
New York, Thursday, 22 May 2025.
Boost Mobile has been ranked first for 5G availability in seven major U.S. cities, setting a new standard in wireless communication and exploring possibilities for European network advancements.
Breakthrough Performance in Key Markets
According to the latest Opensignal report released on May 21, 2025, Boost Mobile has achieved top rankings in 5G coverage and availability across seven strategic metropolitan areas: Baltimore, Chicago, Durham (N.C.), Newark (N.J.), New Orleans, Jersey City (N.J.), and Washington D.C [1]. This milestone comes as the company demonstrates significant network improvements, with median download speeds increasing from 146.53 Mbps in September 2024 to 167.39 Mbps in April 2025 [2].
Network Infrastructure and Coverage Reality
While this achievement marks a significant milestone, it’s important to note recent regulatory scrutiny of Boost Mobile’s coverage claims. The company’s actual proprietary 5G network currently serves 80.08% of the U.S. population, with additional coverage provided through roaming agreements with major carriers [3]. The BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Division (NAD) recently recommended modifications to Boost Mobile’s coverage claims, particularly regarding its nationwide presence [4].
Competitive Pricing and Customer Value
Boost Mobile is leveraging its enhanced network capabilities to deliver competitive pricing options, offering unlimited connectivity plans starting at $25 per month [1]. The company’s Chief Technology Officer, Eben Albertyn, emphasizes their commitment to network superiority, projecting competition with major carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon in several markets [2]. This strategy appears to be gaining traction, as evidenced by the addition of 90,000 net subscribers in Q4 2024, reversing previous customer losses [2].
Future Network Development
Looking ahead, Boost Mobile faces both opportunities and challenges. The company has until December 14, 2026, to meet its final buildout requirements under an FCC extension [2]. Current performance metrics show promising developments in specific markets, though latency measurements at 56 ms still lag behind competitors’ 48 ms average [2]. The company’s success in these seven cities provides a blueprint for potential expansion, while regulatory oversight ensures accurate representation of coverage capabilities [4].