Maryland Free Government Phone for Residents
Maryland participates fully in federal free phone programs. Residents throughout the state's many cities can access Lifeline and ACP benefits, receiving free smartphones and comprehensive monthly plans at absolutely no cost to qualifying households.
Available Programs
Two major programs serve Maryland: the Lifeline phone program and the Affordable Connectivity Program. Together, they provide free phones, service, and internet assistance to eligible households.
Get up to $30/month off your internet bill and a one-time $100 discount on a device.
Learn More →Receive a free phone and monthly service discount for eligible low-income households.
Learn More →Cities with Free Government Phone in Maryland
Baltimore
2,189,589 residents
Hagerstown
206,889 residents
Frederick
196,743 residents
Waldorf
124,186 residents
Columbia
105,871 residents
Germantown
90,521 residents
Silver Spring
82,129 residents
Salisbury
80,352 residents
Ellicott City
73,737 residents
Glen Burnie
72,772 residents
Gaithersburg
69,225 residents
Bethesda
67,403 residents
Rockville
67,218 residents
Dundalk
65,441 residents
Severn
58,041 residents
Bowie
57,771 residents
Bel Air South
57,702 residents
Towson
57,683 residents
Aspen Hill
53,752 residents
Wheaton
52,172 residents
Free phones available for Maryland residents!
Households statewide are saving hundreds annually. See if you qualify.
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