Bolivia, Plurinational State of Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's mobile subscriptions was 102.82 in 2025, ranked 138th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's mobile subscriptions stood at 102.82 in 2025, a rise of +1.25 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 102.82 by 2025. Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranked 138th globally.
Bolivia's mobile subscription rate has seen a significant rise over the past five decades, from a non-existent base in 1990 to a peak of 102.82 subscriptions per 100 people in 2025. This growth has propelled Bolivia to the 138th position globally in terms of mobile subscription penetration. The country's mobile subscription rate has outpaced that of its peer, St. Kitts and Nevis, which has a slightly higher rate of 103.27 subscriptions per 100 people. Bolivia's rapid expansion in mobile subscriptions is likely a result of increased accessibility and affordability of mobile services in the country. Despite this progress, a slowdown in economic growth or a decline in investment in the telecommunications sector could potentially hinder Bolivia's trajectory in mobile subscription penetration. A continued improvement in mobile network infrastructure and further expansion of mobile services to rural areas are key factors that could sustain and enhance Bolivia's mobile subscription growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 102.82 | - | - |
| 2025 | 102.82 | +1.25 | #138 |
| 2022 | 101.57 | +0.76 | #137 |
| 2021 | 100.81 | +0.91 | #133 |
| 2020 | 99.90 | −0.25 | #131 |
| 2019 | 100.15 | +0.69 | #130 |
| 2018 | 99.46 | +2.82 | #126 |
| 2017 | 96.64 | +6.24 | #132 |
| 2016 | 90.40 | −1.87 | #138 |
| 2015 | 92.27 | −4.06 | #134 |
| 2014 | 96.33 | −1.27 | #127 |
| 2013 | 97.60 | +7.32 | #120 |
| 2012 | 90.28 | +9.56 | #126 |
| 2011 | 80.72 | +10.21 | #132 |
| 2010 | 70.51 | +5.97 | #136 |
| 2009 | 64.54 | +13.39 | #132 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bolivia, Plurinational State of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's mobile subscriptions was 102.82 in 2025. Ranked 138th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from the previous year.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's mobile subscriptions peaked at 102.82 in 2025.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Bolivia, Plurinational State of was 0.00 in 1960.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranks 138th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 102.82 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Bolivia, Plurinational State of in 2025 was 102.82. This ranks 138th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Bolivia, Plurinational State of Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bolivia-plurinational-state-of/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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