The average subscriber on a cell phone line pays about $50 a month for cell phone service, and over a two year period, can cost you thousands of dollars just for your cell phone. 

Most people are not aware they're eligible for a discount through their employer for their cell phone service, and as such, are paying more than they should for their cell phone service. This article will help you figure out if you're eligible for a discount and then give you a link to a site that will help you contact your cell phone carrier.

Oddly enough, nearly everyone qualifies for a discount, reaching about 75 - 80% of all cell phone subscribers, especially in households with more than one income. Of course, in order to qualify for a discount, the account holder has to be the employee for which the discount is being claimed. If your other half gets a better discount than you do, you might consider changing the name on the account by calling the cell phone carrier and doing a transfer of liability.

If your workplace regularly employees 50 or more people, then chances are pretty good you can get a discount through your cell phone carriers. First responders, such as medics, police officers, and firefighters nearly always get discounts, and military service members also qualify. If you work in a hospital or in the public sector, you likely qualify for a discount as well.

Take the time to ask your co-workers if they get a discount on their cell phone, even if they're not the same provider. What one carrier does, they all do. Some carriers offer special discounts for certain consumer groups; Sprint offers a discount to credit union members, and AT&T offers discounts to labor union members. 

If you nose around enough, you're likely to find that you qualify for some discount, and even 5% off your phone bill can save you hundreds over your two year contract.

Congratulations! I hope it's a huge discount. Some companies get 30% off their phone bill every month, and in some cases, your activation fees can be waived on new lines of service, or when you upgrade your phone, you may not have to pay an upgrade fee.

If you find you're eligible, click here for a list of websites and contact numbers by carrier. Or you can visit your local carrier's corporate store and most will allow you to sign up there. Be careful, as there may be a fee involved or your billing date may be required to change. Ask to be sure, so you're not surprised on your next phone bill.

If you're not eligible, don't despair. Things change as companies grow; discounts increase, and new businesses get added.