Spain Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Spain's mobile subscriptions was 132.20 in 2025, ranked 59th globally. This represents a 3.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Spain's mobile subscriptions stood at 132.20 in 2025, a rise of +4.48 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 132.20 by 2025. Spain ranked 59th globally.
Spain's mobile subscription rate has experienced significant growth over the past five decades, with the number of subscriptions reaching an all-time high of 132.19 in 2025. This represents a substantial increase from the trough in 1982 when mobile subscriptions in Spain were virtually non-existent, at 0.00. In comparison, other nations with similar mobile subscription rates include Belarus with 132.42 subscriptions, and Paraguay with 132.02. The steady rise in mobile subscriptions in Spain can be attributed to advancements in technology and increased accessibility of mobile services. As of 2025, Spain ranks 59 globally in terms of mobile subscription rate. Looking ahead, a decline in mobile subscription rates could be triggered by the increasing adoption of alternative communication methods such as satellite-based or voice-over-internet-protocol services, potentially altering Spain's trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 135.07 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 132.20 | - | - |
| 2025 | 132.20 | +4.48 | #59 |
| 2023 | 127.72 | +4.32 | #59 |
| 2022 | 123.40 | +4.40 | #75 |
| 2021 | 119.00 | +2.29 | #86 |
| 2020 | 116.71 | +0.02 | #89 |
| 2019 | 116.70 | +1.69 | #85 |
| 2018 | 115.01 | +2.98 | #89 |
| 2017 | 112.03 | +1.78 | #94 |
| 2016 | 110.25 | +0.86 | #101 |
| 2015 | 109.39 | +0.65 | #103 |
| 2014 | 108.75 | +1.71 | #99 |
| 2013 | 107.04 | −0.72 | #100 |
| 2012 | 107.76 | −4.14 | #99 |
| 2011 | 111.90 | +2.19 | #73 |
| 2010 | 109.71 | +0.24 | #71 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Spain matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Spain's mobile subscriptions was 132.20 in 2025. Ranked 59th globally. This represents a 3.5% increase from the previous year.
Spain's mobile subscriptions peaked at 132.20 in 2025.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Spain was 0.00 in 1960.
Spain ranks 59th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Spain's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 132.20 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Spain in 2025 was 132.20. This ranks 59th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_spain_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Spain Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/spain/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}