Australia Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Australia's mobile subscriptions was 112.38 in 2025, ranked 114th globally. This represents a 0.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Australia's mobile subscriptions stood at 112.38 in 2025, a decline of +0.13 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 112.38 by 2025. Australia ranked 114th globally.
Australia's mobile subscription rate has demonstrated a significant increase over the past five decades, with the country boasting a current mobile subscription rate of 112.38 per 100 people, ranking 114th globally. The indicator has experienced a steady rise since the mid-2000s, reflecting the widespread adoption of mobile technology and connectivity across the Australian population. Notably, Australia reached its all-time peak in mobile subscriptions in 2023, with a rate of 112.51. In contrast, the country's mobile subscription rate was virtually non-existent in 1986, with a rate of 0.00 per 100 people. Australia's rate is comparable to that of the Netherlands, which boasts a higher rate of 112.80 per 100 people. The trend of increasing mobile subscriptions is expected to continue, driven by the ongoing demand for high-speed internet and data services. However, a decline in mobile subscription rates could result if cheaper alternatives, such as fixed broadband services, become increasingly popular among Australian consumers.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 113.39 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 112.38 | - | - |
| 2025 | 112.38 | −0.13 | #114 |
| 2023 | 112.51 | +3.04 | #98 |
| 2022 | 109.47 | +4.35 | #114 |
| 2021 | 105.12 | +0.19 | #120 |
| 2020 | 104.93 | −4.82 | #117 |
| 2019 | 109.75 | −0.28 | #103 |
| 2018 | 110.03 | +2.23 | #97 |
| 2017 | 107.80 | −1.33 | #109 |
| 2016 | 109.13 | +1.52 | #104 |
| 2015 | 107.61 | +1.40 | #108 |
| 2014 | 106.21 | −1.13 | #109 |
| 2013 | 107.33 | +0.83 | #99 |
| 2012 | 106.50 | +0.68 | #102 |
| 2011 | 105.82 | +4.21 | #92 |
| 2010 | 101.62 | −0.30 | #87 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Australia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Australia's mobile subscriptions was 112.38 in 2025. Ranked 114th globally. This represents a 0.1% decrease from the previous year.
Australia's mobile subscriptions peaked at 112.51 in 2023.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Australia was 0.00 in 1960.
Australia ranks 114th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Australia's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 112.38 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Australia in 2025 was 112.38. This ranks 114th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_australia_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Australia Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/australia/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}