Indoor 5G Market Report 2025

The indoor 5G market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $15.66 billion in 2024 to $19.36 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.6%. Growth in the historic period was driven by the increasing penetration of high-speed internet in enclosed environments, rising deployment of automation systems in smart buildings, greater reliance on uninterrupted connectivity for healthcare and emergency services, growing adoption of edge computing for indoor data processing, and expanded use of cloud-based applications within enterprise campuses.

The indoor 5G market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $44.63 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.2%. Growth in the forecast period is expected to be driven by the rising demand for efficient indoor connectivity solutions, increasing focus on reliable and secure network operations, growing investments in smart building and enterprise campus infrastructure, expansion of private and hybrid 5G deployments, and rising adoption of 5G-enabled applications in sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and retail. Key trends projected for this period include advancements in small cell and distributed antenna technologies, innovations in AI-powered network optimization tools, integration of edge computing with indoor 5G infrastructure, improved utilization of mmWave and sub-6 GHz spectrum, and development of energy-efficient 5G hardware for indoor environments.

The expansion of high-speed internet connectivity is expected to drive growth in the indoor 5G market in the coming years. High-speed internet provides fast and reliable data transmission, enabling the efficient handling of large volumes of information across various networks and technologies. The increasing reach of internet connectivity, supported by mobile network expansion, allows broader access to online services, including in remote and underserved regions. High-speed connectivity strengthens indoor 5G networks by offering low-latency, reliable data transfer, which is crucial for enterprises, hospitals, and other high-density indoor environments. For example, in 2023, the International Telecommunication Union reported that global internet users increased from 5.1 billion (64% penetration) in 2022 to 5.4 billion (67% penetration) in 2023. This trend underscores how growing high-speed connectivity is fueling the adoption of indoor 5G solutions.

Companies in the indoor 5G market are developing advanced solutions such as cloud-native, software-defined platforms to improve network flexibility, coverage, and ease of deployment. These platforms use microservices and virtualization to enable agile deployment, automated scaling, and centralized management of indoor and outdoor networks. For instance, in November 2022, Airspan Networks Inc., a US-based wireless technology company, launched the AirVelocity 1901, powered by the cloud-native AirHyper platform. This small cell solution provides enhanced coverage, high-speed connectivity, and simplified network management for enterprises, supporting growing demand for robust and scalable wireless communication infrastructure.

In April 2025, Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. acquired the wireless business of Corning Inc. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition strengthens Airspan’s indoor 5G offerings by incorporating Corning’s DAS and small cell solutions, expanding enterprise and venue-based 5G coverage in high-density environments. Corning Inc., a US-based technology company, specializes in indoor 5G solutions, and the acquisition enables Airspan to enhance its portfolio and deliver more comprehensive 5G capabilities to clients.

Major players in the indoor 5g market are Samsung Electronics Co Ltd., Verizon Communications Inc., AT And T Inc., Huawei Technologies Co Ltd., Cisco Systems Inc., Qualcomm Technologies Inc., Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, Nokia Corporation, NEC Corporation, Ericsson AB, ZTE Corporation, Mavenir Systems Inc., Juniper Networks Inc., JMA Wireless Inc., Airspan Networks Holdings Inc., Fujitsu Limited, SOLiD Inc., CommScope Holding Company Inc., Dali Wireless Inc., BTI Wireless Inc., Sercomm Corporation.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the indoor 5G market in 2024. The regions covered in indoor 5G report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the indoor 5G market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the information technology sector, particularly in hardware manufacturing, data infrastructure, and software deployment. Higher duties on imported semiconductors, circuit boards, and networking equipment have raised production and operational costs for tech firms, cloud service providers, and data centers. Companies relying on globally sourced components for laptops, servers, and consumer electronics are facing longer lead times and increased pricing pressures. In parallel, tariffs on specialized software tools and retaliatory measures from key international markets have disrupted global IT supply chains and reduced overseas demand for U.S.-developed technologies. To navigate these challenges, the sector is accelerating investments in domestic chip fabrication, diversifying supplier bases, and adopting AI-driven automation to enhance operational resilience and cost efficiency.

Indoor 5G is a high-speed wireless communication technology designed to provide fast, low-latency connectivity within enclosed environments. It supports seamless data transmission for dense device usage, enabling smart applications, real-time communication, and improved indoor user experiences.

The main components of indoor 5G are hardware, software, and services. Hardware includes the physical equipment that delivers high-speed 5G connectivity indoors. This encompasses various infrastructure types such as distributed antenna systems (DAS), multiple antennas, single antennas, and DAS technology, supporting different frequency bands such as sub-6 GHz, millimeter wave (mmWave), and others. Indoor 5G can be deployed through private 5G networks, hybrid networks, carrier-provided indoor solutions, neutral host networks, and network-as-a-service (NaaS) models. Key end users include enterprises, telecom operators, government agencies, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and the hospitality and retail sectors.

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The indoor 5G market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as ultra-low latency support for critical applications, deployment of small cell infrastructure, enhanced indoor positioning and tracking, edge computing integration, augmented and virtual reality enablement, and secure network. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The indoor 5G market also includes sales of small cell base stations, millimeter wave antennas, 5G signal repeaters, indoor femtocells, 5G-compatible internet of things (IoT) sensors, and intelligent network controllers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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