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Last updated: April 2026

Free government phone in Annapolis, Maryland

Compare the top Lifeline providers serving Annapolis. Ranked independently — we don't charge providers for rankings.

38,722
Population
7.6%
Growth rate

Top Lifeline providers serving Annapolis

Most national Lifeline providers cover Annapolis. Here are our top picks for Maryland overall.

1

Assurance Wireless

T-Mobile network

4.5 / 5
Plan
Unlimited talk & text + up to 6GB high-speed data
Devices
Free smartphone included (BYOD available)
Best for
Best overall for most households

Works with BLU C5L Max

2

SafeLink Wireless

Verizon network

4.3 / 5
Plan
Unlimited talk & text + data (varies by state)
Devices
Free smartphone included
Best for
Best for rural areas on Verizon's network
3

TruConnect

T-Mobile network

4.4 / 5
Plan
Unlimited talk & text + high-speed 5G data
Devices
Free smartphone or BYOD
Best for
Best for 5G data

Works with BLU C5L Max

Eligibility notes for Maryland

Program-Based Qualification Method:

You can qualify for Maryland Lifeline if you or another person in your household is enrolled in any one of these qualifying public assistance programs:

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
  • Medicaid
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
  • Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit Program
  • Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

In Maryland, the Lifeline program is called "Tel-Life" but the qualifying programs remain the same as the federal Lifeline program.

Lifeline in other Maryland cities

Same providers, different coverage details. Check the Lifeline guide for any other Maryland city you live near or visit often.

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