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DISH Network is one of the best-known U.S. pay-TV brands, originally built around satellite television and later expanded through Sling TV and wireless operations. In 2026, the most useful way to understand DISH is through EchoStar’s subscriber and revenue reporting, which now covers the broader business.
Quick Answer (2026): EchoStar ended 2025 with 7.00 million pay-TV subscribers, including 5.02 million DISH TV subscribers and 1.98 million Sling TV subscribers. EchoStar reported $15.00 billion in 2025 revenue.
DISH Network key statistics
| Metric | Latest figure used here | Year / period |
|---|---|---|
| Total pay-TV subscribers | 7.00 million | Q4 2025 |
| DISH TV subscribers | 5.02 million | Q4 2025 |
| Sling TV subscribers | 1.98 million | Q4 2025 |
| Wireless subscribers | 7.51 million | 2025 |
| Employees | 14,000 | 2023 company info |
| Revenue | $15.00 billion | 2025 |
How many DISH subscribers are there?
At the end of 2025, EchoStar reported 7.00 million pay-TV subscribers. That total includes both the legacy DISH satellite service and Sling TV.
Breaking that down further:
- 5.02 million DISH TV subscribers
- 1.98 million Sling TV subscribers
Sling TV statistics
Sling TV launched in 2015 and remains one of the earliest major live TV streaming bundles in the U.S. While Sling once had more than 2 million subscribers, its latest reported figure is just under 2 million at the end of 2025.
Older company materials also highlighted more than 100 channels and more than 30,000 on-demand titles, but current subscriber totals are the most important metric for 2026 readers.
DISH revenue over time
| Year | Revenue |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $15.49 billion |
| 2021 | $17.88 billion |
| 2022 | $18.63 billion |
| 2023 | $17.02 billion |
| 2024 | $15.83 billion |
| 2025 | $15.00 billion |
DISH and wireless
DISH’s story is no longer just about satellite TV. Through EchoStar, the business now also includes wireless operations. EchoStar reported about 7.51 million wireless subscribers at the end of 2025, showing how much the company has shifted beyond pay-TV alone.
Historical DISH facts
- Sling TV launched in 2015.
- DISH said it had more than 200 national HD channels in older disclosures.
- DISH acquired Boost Mobile in 2020 as part of its wireless expansion strategy.
FAQ
How many DISH subscribers are there in 2026?
The latest reported figure is 5.02 million DISH TV subscribers at the end of 2025.
How many Sling TV subscribers are there?
EchoStar reported 1.98 million Sling TV subscribers at the end of 2025.
How many total pay-TV subscribers does DISH have?
EchoStar reported 7.00 million pay-TV subscribers at the end of 2025.
How much revenue does DISH make?
EchoStar reported $15.00 billion in revenue for 2025.
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