Nicaragua Internet Users
Individuals using the Internet IT.NET.USER.ZS
Nicaragua's internet users was 65.99% in 2025, ranked 141st globally. This represents a 13.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Nicaragua's internet users stood at 65.99% in 2025, a rise of +7.75% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 65.99% by 2025. Nicaragua ranked 141st globally.
Nicaragua’s share of the population using the internet rose from a recorded zero percent in 1990 to 65.99 percent in 2025, marking the highest level observed over the 32‑year span and placing the country at rank 141 globally. This rapid expansion mirrors the trajectory of peer Cambodia, which recorded the same 65.99 percent share in the same year, suggesting that regional policy reforms and infrastructure investments have been similarly effective. The zero‑percent baseline in 1990 reflects the pre‑digital era when broadband and mobile networks were virtually nonexistent, while the 2025 peak indicates broad adoption of smartphones and the rollout of 4G services that have lowered entry barriers for many Nicaraguans. Despite the impressive catch‑up, Nicaragua still trails neighboring Eswatini’s 66.76 percent and Tonga’s 65.68 percent, underscoring modest headroom for further growth. Continued expansion of fiber‑optic networks and affordable data plans could sustain the upward trend and push the country beyond the current plateau.
Data & projection
| Year | Internet Users | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 70.76% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 65.99% | - | - |
| 2025 | 65.99% | +7.75% | #141 |
| 2023 | 58.23% | +9.10% | #137 |
| 2022 | 49.13% | +2.05% | #143 |
| 2021 | 47.08% | +4.88% | #141 |
| 2020 | 42.20% | +4.37% | #141 |
| 2019 | 37.83% | +3.92% | #141 |
| 2018 | 33.91% | +3.51% | #134 |
| 2017 | 30.40% | +5.83% | #152 |
| 2016 | 24.57% | +4.87% | #149 |
| 2015 | 19.70% | +2.10% | #151 |
| 2014 | 17.60% | +2.10% | #147 |
| 2013 | 15.50% | +2.00% | #142 |
| 2012 | 13.50% | +2.90% | #145 |
| 2011 | 10.60% | +0.60% | #149 |
| 2010 | 10.00% | +2.70% | #144 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Nicaragua matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw internet users improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Nicaragua's internet users was 65.99% in 2025. Ranked 141st globally. This represents a 13.3% increase from the previous year.
Nicaragua's internet users peaked at 65.99% in 2025.
The lowest internet users in Nicaragua was 0.00% in 1990.
Nicaragua ranks 141st globally in internet users as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.NET.USER.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Nicaragua's internet users is projected to reach 65.99% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The internet users of Nicaragua in 2025 was 65.99%. This ranks 141st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_nicaragua_internet-users,
title = {Nicaragua Internet Users},
url = {https://historysaid.com/nicaragua/internet-users/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}