Solomon Islands Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Solomon Islands's mobile subscriptions was 56.65 in 2025, ranked 191st globally. This represents a 8.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Solomon Islands's mobile subscriptions stood at 56.65 in 2025, a decline of +5.42 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 56.65 by 2025. Solomon Islands ranked 191st globally.
The Solomon Islands have experienced a steady, albeit slow, growth in mobile subscriptions over the past five decades. Starting from a base of zero in 1960, the country reached its all-time peak of 67.98 mobile subscriptions per 100 people in 2018, before declining to its current level of 56.65 in 2025. While still ranking 191 globally, the Solomon Islands have managed to surpass neighboring countries such as Djibouti, which has 54.58 mobile subscriptions per 100 people. In comparison, the Democratic Republic of Congo, a peer country, boasts a higher rate of 59.39 mobile subscriptions per 100 people. Despite this, the Solomon Islands have made significant progress in recent years, with a notable increase from its all-time trough of zero in 1993. A continued improvement in digital infrastructure and economic growth could potentially drive mobile subscriptions back up, with a focus on bridging the digital divide in rural areas potentially paving the way for further growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 56.65 | - | - |
| 2025 | 56.65 | −5.42 | #191 |
| 2022 | 62.07 | −0.08 | #188 |
| 2021 | 62.16 | −1.51 | #183 |
| 2020 | 63.67 | −1.99 | #180 |
| 2019 | 65.66 | −2.32 | #179 |
| 2018 | 67.98 | +0.11 | #167 |
| 2017 | 67.87 | +4.97 | #171 |
| 2016 | 62.89 | −3.53 | #174 |
| 2015 | 66.42 | +5.36 | #175 |
| 2014 | 61.06 | +6.75 | #176 |
| 2013 | 54.31 | +1.63 | #175 |
| 2012 | 52.68 | +2.96 | #174 |
| 2011 | 49.71 | +28.04 | #170 |
| 2010 | 21.67 | +12.02 | #194 |
| 2009 | 9.65 | +3.75 | #196 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Solomon Islands matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Solomon Islands's mobile subscriptions was 56.65 in 2025. Ranked 191st globally. This represents a 8.7% decrease from the previous year.
Solomon Islands's mobile subscriptions peaked at 67.98 in 2018.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Solomon Islands was 0.00 in 1960.
Solomon Islands ranks 191st globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Solomon Islands's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 56.65 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Solomon Islands in 2025 was 56.65. This ranks 191st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_solomon-islands_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Solomon Islands Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/solomon-islands/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}