Iceland Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Iceland's mobile subscriptions was 127.16 in 2025, ranked 74th globally. This represents a 3.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Iceland's mobile subscriptions stood at 127.16 in 2025, a rise of +3.78 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 127.16 by 2025. Iceland ranked 74th globally.
Iceland's mobile subscription rate has experienced a significant increase over the past five decades, rising from 0.00 in 1985 to 127.16 in 2025, representing the highest rate on record. This trend is comparable to that of its peer, Aruba, which boasts the highest rate globally at 128.18 mobile subscriptions. In contrast, Iceland's rate in 2025 is lower than that of Comoros, which ranks 73 globally with 127.68 mobile subscriptions. The rapid expansion of mobile subscriptions in Iceland is a testament to the country's robust digital infrastructure and growing demand for mobile services. However, the rate has been stagnant since 2020, suggesting that the country may be nearing saturation. A significant decline in mobile prices or the introduction of innovative mobile services could potentially alter this trend and propel Iceland's mobile subscription rate to new heights.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 129.43 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 127.16 | - | - |
| 2025 | 127.16 | +3.78 | #74 |
| 2023 | 123.38 | +3.27 | #72 |
| 2022 | 120.12 | +2.77 | #87 |
| 2021 | 117.34 | +2.40 | #90 |
| 2020 | 114.94 | +0.32 | #92 |
| 2019 | 114.62 | −1.96 | #94 |
| 2018 | 116.58 | −0.22 | #81 |
| 2017 | 116.80 | −2.88 | #88 |
| 2016 | 119.68 | +3.68 | #73 |
| 2015 | 116.00 | +3.02 | #85 |
| 2014 | 112.99 | +2.99 | #88 |
| 2013 | 110.00 | +0.25 | #94 |
| 2012 | 109.75 | +1.93 | #93 |
| 2011 | 107.82 | +0.61 | #85 |
| 2010 | 107.20 | +0.58 | #77 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Iceland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2016. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Iceland's mobile subscriptions was 127.16 in 2025. Ranked 74th globally. This represents a 3.1% increase from the previous year.
Iceland's mobile subscriptions peaked at 127.16 in 2025.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Iceland was 0.00 in 1960.
Iceland ranks 74th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Iceland's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 127.16 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Iceland in 2025 was 127.16. This ranks 74th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_iceland_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Iceland Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/iceland/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}