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United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18.89%.

United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market is increasing due to telecom operators adopting virtualized core networks to enhance scalability, reduce costs, and support fifth-generation network deployment during 2025-2030

 

According to TechSci Research report, “United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market - By Region, Competition, Forecast and Opportunities, 2020-2030F, United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market was valued at USD 1.08 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 3.08 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 18.89% during the forecast period.

Advancement in edge computing and network slicing emerges as a key driver in the United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market, where the need for localized processing and customized network segments aligns perfectly with virtualized architectures that enable distributed computing and resource isolation for diverse applications. Virtualized evolved packet core facilitates edge deployments by virtualizing control and user planes, allowing operators to push intelligence closer to end-users, reducing latency for mission-critical services like autonomous driving and industrial automation. Network slicing, a hallmark of virtualized systems, permits the creation of multiple virtual networks on shared infrastructure, each optimized for specific requirements such as high bandwidth for video streaming or ultra-reliable low latency for remote surgery.

This driver supports telecom operators in monetizing 5G investments by offering tailored services to enterprises, enhancing revenue diversification. Manufacturing benefits from edge-enabled robotics, where slicing ensures dedicated bandwidth for control systems. Healthcare leverages edge for real-time diagnostics, with slices securing sensitive data flows. Retail uses edge for in-store analytics, slicing networks for customer Wi-Fi and inventory management. Finance employs edge for fraud detection, with secure slices for transactions. Transportation optimizes traffic management via edge sensors, slicing for vehicle communications.

Energy grids use edge for fault detection, slicing for utility monitoring. Smart cities integrate edge for public services, slicing for emergency responses. Consumer apps like AR gaming thrive on low-latency edges. Logistics tracks assets at the edge, slicing for supply chain visibility. Environmental monitoring processes data locally, slicing for sensor networks. Education delivers immersive content via edge, slicing for campus connectivity. Insurance assesses risks in real-time at the edge. Real estate manages properties with edge IoT, slicing for tenant services. Pharmaceuticals track trials with edge analytics. Overall, advancement in edge computing and network slicing drives the United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market by enabling innovative, efficient service delivery.

The United States edge computing market is valued at 168 billion dollars in 2025, projected to reach 249 billion by 2030 at 8 percent growth. Adoption in telecoms and manufacturing leads, with 5G enabling low-latency applications. Investments exceed 100 billion in related infrastructure.

Despite the long-term cost-saving potential of virtualized core networks, high initial investment and operational costs pose a significant challenge for the United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market. Deploying a virtualized network requires substantial capital expenditure in acquiring high-performance servers, storage infrastructure, network orchestration tools, and software licenses. In addition, operators must invest in workforce training and recruitment to develop the technical expertise required for managing virtualized environments effectively. Operational expenditures can also be substantial during the initial phases, as network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and integration testing demand significant resources.

Small and medium-sized telecom operators, in particular, may find it difficult to justify the upfront costs, limiting their ability to adopt Virtualized Evolved Packet Core solutions. Furthermore, the continuous evolution of virtualization technologies and the need for regular software updates and upgrades add to the total cost of ownership. Economic uncertainties and fluctuating capital availability can further constrain investment decisions, slowing market growth. The challenge of balancing short-term expenditure with long-term operational efficiency requires careful financial planning and strategic investment, which can be a deterrent for some operators. As a result, high initial investment and ongoing operational costs remain a critical challenge impacting the adoption and expansion of Virtualized Evolved Packet Core systems in the United States.

 

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Based on End-User, In the United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market, the telecom operators segment dominated in 2024 and is expected to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period due to the critical role these operators play in deploying and managing mobile network infrastructure. Telecom operators are at the forefront of implementing virtualized core network solutions to meet the growing demands of fifth-generation networks, which require highly flexible, scalable, and cost-efficient architectures. The adoption of virtualized Evolved Packet Core allows operators to decouple network functions from traditional hardware, enabling faster service deployment, dynamic resource allocation, and improved operational efficiency.

Telecom operators benefit from enhanced network performance, the ability to manage increased mobile data traffic, and support for emerging technologies such as Internet of Things applications, edge computing, and network slicing. These advantages are crucial for maintaining competitive service quality and addressing the evolving expectations of residential, commercial, and enterprise subscribers. While enterprises and government organizations are increasingly investing in private networks and specialized virtualized solutions, their adoption levels remain comparatively smaller due to limited network scale and lower data traffic requirements.

The telecom operators segment also benefits from ongoing investments in infrastructure modernization and partnerships with leading technology vendors, which facilitate seamless integration of virtualized core solutions into existing networks. Moreover, telecom providers in the United States are focused on reducing capital and operational expenditures, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving network agility, all of which are enabled by virtualized Evolved Packet Core systems. Given these factors, telecom operators remain the dominant end-user segment in the United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market, with sustained demand anticipated over the forecast period as the country continues to expand fifth-generation coverage, digital services, and advanced network capabilities.

The Midwest United States is emerging as the fastest-growing region in the United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market due to a combination of technological investment, infrastructure development, and strategic initiatives by telecom operators. The region has experienced significant growth in recent years in terms of fifth-generation network deployments, driven by both urban and semi-urban expansion. Telecom providers in the Midwest are increasingly adopting virtualized Evolved Packet Core solutions to modernize their networks, reduce dependency on legacy hardware, and provide scalable, flexible, and cost-efficient network services.

The growing demand for high-speed data, low-latency communication, and reliable connectivity across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors has accelerated the deployment of virtualized core network functions in the region. The Midwest also benefits from a favorable business environment, including supportive regulatory policies, government incentives for digital infrastructure development, and a skilled workforce proficient in software-defined networking, cloud technologies, and network orchestration. These factors collectively encourage telecom operators and enterprises to invest in virtualized Evolved Packet Core systems to optimize operational efficiency, enhance service quality, and support emerging applications such as Internet of Things solutions, private networks, and edge computing.

Additionally, the presence of major technology vendors and research centers in the Midwest facilitates partnerships, innovation, and faster adoption of advanced networking solutions. While other regions like the South and West United States have established dominance due to larger telecom ecosystems, the Midwest is witnessing rapid growth as operators focus on expanding fifth-generation coverage and integrating virtualized network capabilities to meet rising data demands. The combination of infrastructure readiness, technological investment, and increasing adoption of cloud-based and virtualized solutions positions the Midwest United States as the fastest-growing regional market for virtualized Evolved Packet Core systems, with continued expansion expected throughout the forecast period.

 

Key market players in the United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core market are:-

  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Ericsson Inc.
  • Huawei Technologies USA Inc.
  • Nokia Corporation
  • Affirmed Networks (a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation)
  • Mavenir Systems, Inc.
  • NEC Corporation of America
  • Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
  • ZTE Corporation
  • Red Hat, Inc.


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“United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market is expected to grow significantly in the future, driven by the rapid rollout of fifth-generation networks, increasing mobile data traffic, and rising demand for scalable, flexible, and cost-efficient network solutions. Telecom operators are adopting virtualized core systems to enhance network performance, reduce operational costs, and support emerging technologies such as Internet of Things applications, edge computing, and network slicing. Growing investments in cloud-based infrastructure, enterprise private networks, and advanced software-defined networking solutions will further accelerate market expansion. This combination of technological advancement and strategic adoption positions the market for sustained growth.” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director of TechSci Research, a research-based Global management consulting firm.

United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market By Component (Software, Services), By Network Function (Mobility Management Entity (MME), Serving Gateway (S-GW), Packet Data Network Gateway (P-GW), Policy and Charging Rules Function (PCRF), Others), By End-User (Telecom Operators, Enterprises, Government), By Region, Competition, Forecast and Opportunities, 2020-2030F,” has evaluated the future growth potential of United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market and provides statistics & information on market size, structure, and future market growth. The report intends to provide cutting-edge market intelligence and help decision makers take sound investment decisions. Besides the report also identifies and analyzes the emerging trends along with essential drivers, challenges, and opportunities in United States Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market.

 

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