Mexico Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Mexico's mobile subscriptions was 117.20 in 2025, ranked 102nd globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Mexico's mobile subscriptions stood at 117.20 in 2025, a rise of +5.64 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 117.20 by 2025. Mexico ranked 102nd globally.
Mexico’s mobile‑cellular subscriptions have risen from virtually zero in 1960 to an all‑time high of 117.20 per 100 people in 2025, placing the country 102nd worldwide. The trajectory shows a prolonged expansion, with the first measurable uptake occurring after the 1987 trough of 0.00, followed by steady growth driven by liberalisation of the telecom sector and falling handset costs. By 2025 Mexico’s penetration slightly trails the Philippines (117.32) and Gabon (117.56), illustrating that the nation is converging with other high‑penetration economies despite a lower gross domestic product per capita. The 53‑year coverage span underscores the rapid diffusion of mobile technology, which now reaches virtually the entire adult population. Continued investment in 5G infrastructure, coupled with competitive pricing and expanded rural coverage, is likely to sustain incremental gains, although saturation may soon limit further increases unless new services such as Internet of Things connectivity broaden the subscriber base.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 120.99 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 117.20 | - | - |
| 2025 | 117.20 | +5.64 | #102 |
| 2023 | 111.56 | +5.85 | #101 |
| 2022 | 105.71 | +6.62 | #129 |
| 2021 | 99.09 | +2.17 | #139 |
| 2020 | 96.92 | −0.11 | #139 |
| 2019 | 97.04 | +0.57 | #135 |
| 2018 | 96.46 | +3.81 | #130 |
| 2017 | 92.65 | +1.26 | #139 |
| 2016 | 91.39 | +2.45 | #137 |
| 2015 | 88.95 | +1.33 | #143 |
| 2014 | 87.61 | −2.59 | #139 |
| 2013 | 90.20 | +3.98 | #132 |
| 2012 | 86.23 | +4.15 | #129 |
| 2011 | 82.07 | +1.65 | #128 |
| 2010 | 80.43 | +6.15 | #120 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mexico matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1999. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Mexico's mobile subscriptions was 117.20 in 2025. Ranked 102nd globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from the previous year.
Mexico's mobile subscriptions peaked at 117.20 in 2025.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Mexico was 0.00 in 1960.
Mexico ranks 102nd globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mexico's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 117.20 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Mexico in 2025 was 117.20. This ranks 102nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mexico_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Mexico Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mexico/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}