Netherlands Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Netherlands's mobile subscriptions was 112.80 in 2025, ranked 113th globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Netherlands's mobile subscriptions stood at 112.80 in 2025, a decline of +4.56 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 112.80 by 2025. Netherlands ranked 113th globally.
The Netherlands’ mobile‑subscription density rose from virtually zero in 1960 to an all‑time peak of 124.28 per 100 people in 2008, reflecting the rapid diffusion of cellular technology during the late‑1990s and early‑2000s. After the peak, the figure has modestly receded, reaching 112.80 in 2025, which places the country at rank 113 globally. This level is comparable to peers such as Australia (112.38) and slightly below Cabo Verde (113.13), suggesting that the Dutch market is approaching saturation while still marginally outpacing several emerging economies. The long‑term upward trajectory, spanning 52 years of data, indicates that most growth now stems from the replacement of older devices and the addition of secondary lines rather than first‑time adopters. Consequently, future increases are likely to be incremental, driven by the rollout of 5G services, the expansion of Internet‑of‑Things connectivity, and regulatory measures that could either accelerate or temper subscription growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 110.89 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 112.80 | - | - |
| 2025 | 112.80 | −4.56 | #113 |
| 2023 | 117.35 | +1.53 | #88 |
| 2022 | 115.82 | −7.63 | #99 |
| 2021 | 123.45 | +2.02 | #74 |
| 2020 | 121.42 | −2.66 | #71 |
| 2019 | 124.09 | +2.93 | #72 |
| 2018 | 121.16 | +2.59 | #69 |
| 2017 | 118.58 | −2.84 | #83 |
| 2016 | 121.42 | −0.22 | #68 |
| 2015 | 121.64 | +6.77 | #70 |
| 2014 | 114.87 | +0.13 | #82 |
| 2013 | 114.73 | −1.83 | #79 |
| 2012 | 116.56 | −1.11 | #74 |
| 2011 | 117.67 | +3.32 | #59 |
| 2010 | 114.36 | −6.41 | #64 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Netherlands 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
Netherlands's mobile subscriptions was 112.80 in 2025. Ranked 113th globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from the previous year.
Netherlands's mobile subscriptions peaked at 124.28 in 2008.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Netherlands was 0.00 in 1960.
Netherlands ranks 113th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Netherlands's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 112.80 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Netherlands in 2025 was 112.80. This ranks 113th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_netherlands_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Netherlands Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/netherlands/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}