Hungary Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Hungary's mobile subscriptions was 105.28 in 2025, ranked 133rd globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Hungary's mobile subscriptions stood at 105.28 in 2025, a rise of +0.22 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 105.28 by 2025. Hungary ranked 133rd globally.
Hungary's mobile subscription trend reflects a growth pattern observed in many countries during the past several decades. From an initial zero mobile subscriptions in 1960 to a peak of 122.04 in 2008, Hungary experienced a significant expansion in mobile communication services, driven by technological advancements and increasing demand. However, this trend reversed with Hungary's 2008 peak, and the country witnessed a decline, mirroring a global shift towards saturation and market maturity. As of 2025, Hungary's mobile subscriptions stand at 105.28, ranking 133 globally, a position closely matched by Zambia with 105.93 and Brazil with 104.58. The decline from the peak in 2008 indicates that Hungary's mobile market is approaching saturation, suggesting that further growth may be limited without significant changes in market conditions or technological innovations. A shift in consumer behavior or the introduction of new services could alter the trajectory of Hungary's mobile subscription trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 105.24 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 105.28 | - | - |
| 2025 | 105.28 | +0.22 | #133 |
| 2023 | 105.05 | −0.74 | #111 |
| 2022 | 105.79 | +0.66 | #126 |
| 2021 | 105.14 | −0.84 | #119 |
| 2020 | 105.98 | +0.84 | #113 |
| 2019 | 105.14 | +2.41 | #120 |
| 2018 | 102.74 | +1.11 | #116 |
| 2017 | 101.63 | +0.19 | #122 |
| 2016 | 101.44 | +0.82 | #121 |
| 2015 | 100.62 | −18.27 | #124 |
| 2014 | 118.90 | +1.70 | #71 |
| 2013 | 117.20 | +0.43 | #73 |
| 2012 | 116.77 | −0.76 | #71 |
| 2011 | 117.53 | −2.84 | #60 |
| 2010 | 120.37 | +2.46 | #47 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's mobile subscriptions was 105.28 in 2025. Ranked 133rd globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from the previous year.
Hungary's mobile subscriptions peaked at 122.04 in 2008.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Hungary was 0.00 in 1960.
Hungary ranks 133rd globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Hungary's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 105.28 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Hungary in 2025 was 105.28. This ranks 133rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_hungary_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Hungary Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}