Trinidad and Tobago Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Trinidad and Tobago's mobile subscriptions was 126.98 in 2025, ranked 75th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Trinidad and Tobago's mobile subscriptions stood at 126.98 in 2025, a decline of +7.25 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 126.98 by 2025. Trinidad and Tobago ranked 75th globally.
Trinidad and Tobago’s mobile‑subscription density rose from zero in 1960 to 126.98 per 100 inhabitants in 2025, placing the nation 75th worldwide. The sector’s expansion accelerated after the 1990 trough, when subscriptions were still recorded at 0.00, and culminated in an all‑time peak of 150.72 in 2016, reflecting rapid market penetration and the rollout of 4G services. Over the 53‑year coverage span, the growth trajectory has mirrored that of other small‑population economies such as Iceland (127.16) and Romania (126.72), which now exhibit comparable subscription levels. Despite the post‑peak decline of roughly 23 points since 2016, the 2025 figure remains well above the global median, indicating a mature yet still expanding market. Continued rollout of 5G infrastructure and competitive pricing are likely to determine whether the downward adjustment stabilises or the country can regain higher penetration in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 124.62 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 126.98 | - | - |
| 2025 | 126.98 | −7.25 | #75 |
| 2023 | 134.23 | +0.60 | #47 |
| 2022 | 133.63 | −0.59 | #51 |
| 2021 | 134.22 | −0.01 | #46 |
| 2020 | 134.23 | −11.49 | #36 |
| 2019 | 145.72 | +11.57 | #22 |
| 2018 | 134.14 | −6.36 | #33 |
| 2017 | 140.50 | −10.21 | #28 |
| 2016 | 150.72 | +2.15 | #19 |
| 2015 | 148.57 | +9.21 | #24 |
| 2014 | 139.37 | +1.76 | #37 |
| 2013 | 137.60 | +3.42 | #38 |
| 2012 | 134.18 | +3.27 | #41 |
| 2011 | 130.91 | −5.69 | #36 |
| 2010 | 136.61 | +2.72 | #25 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Trinidad and Tobago matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2014. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Trinidad and Tobago's mobile subscriptions was 126.98 in 2025. Ranked 75th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from the previous year.
Trinidad and Tobago's mobile subscriptions peaked at 150.72 in 2016.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Trinidad and Tobago was 0.00 in 1960.
Trinidad and Tobago ranks 75th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Trinidad and Tobago's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 126.98 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Trinidad and Tobago in 2025 was 126.98. This ranks 75th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_trinidad-and-tobago_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Trinidad and Tobago Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/trinidad-and-tobago/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}