ATMs per 100,000 Adults 2015
ATMs per 100,000 adults measures access to banking services; higher values indicate better financial inclusion.
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Rank | Actions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
1 | South Korea | 275.824 ATMs | |
2 | China, Macao SAR | 232.435 ATMs | |
3 | Canada | 222.119 ATMs | |
4 | San Marino | 207.232 ATMs | |
5 | Austria | 183.664 ATMs | |
6 | Portugal | 173.854 ATMs | |
7 | Russia | 172.044 ATMs | |
8 | Belgium | 170.436 ATMs | |
9 | Australia | 163.927 ATMs | |
10 | United Kingdom | 131.862 ATMs | |
11 | Japan | 127.436 ATMs | |
12 | Croatia | 124.639 ATMs | |
13 | Germany | 122.295 ATMs | |
14 | Peru | 122.176 ATMs | |
15 | Spain | 116.958 ATMs | |
16 | Brazil | 116.539 ATMs | |
17 | Aruba | 115.604 ATMs | |
18 | Thailand | 114.519 ATMs | |
19 | Bahamas | 113.725 ATMs | |
20 | Luxembourg | 108.571 ATMs | |
21 | France | 107.088 ATMs | |
22 | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 107.029 ATMs | |
23 | Israel | 102.057 ATMs | |
24 | Switzerland | 98.784 ATMs | |
25 | Italy | 97.043 ATMs | |
26 | Slovenia | 96.152 ATMs | |
27 | Bulgaria | 93.399 ATMs | |
28 | Ireland | 91.415 ATMs | |
29 | Ukraine | 85.733 ATMs | |
30 | Turkey | 81.065 ATMs | |
31 | Brunei Darussalam | 77.789 ATMs | |
32 | Saudi Arabia | 77.089 ATMs | |
33 | China | 76.898 ATMs | |
34 | Antigua and Barbuda | 76.606 ATMs | |
35 | Montenegro | 75.922 ATMs | |
36 | Iceland | 73.481 ATMs | |
37 | Estonia | 72.505 ATMs | |
38 | Mongolia | 72.434 ATMs | |
39 | United Arab Emirates | 72.367 ATMs | |
40 | Georgia | 70.526 ATMs | |
41 | Kazakhstan | 69.926 ATMs | |
42 | New Zealand | 68.993 ATMs | |
43 | Romania | 68.761 ATMs | |
44 | Poland | 68.659 ATMs | |
45 | Panama | 67.887 ATMs | |
46 | North Macedonia | 66.93 ATMs | |
47 | South Africa | 66.252 ATMs | |
48 | Seychelles | 65.349 ATMs | |
49 | Iran | 63.947 ATMs | |
50 | Qatar | 63.692 ATMs | |
51 | Latvia | 63.029 ATMs | |
52 | Costa Rica | 61.272 ATMs | |
53 | Northern Mariana Islands | 60.665 ATMs | |
54 | Slovakia | 59.558 ATMs | |
55 | Armenia | 58.994 ATMs | |
56 | Singapore | 58.08 ATMs | |
57 | Hungary | 57.544 ATMs | |
58 | Argentina | 57.455 ATMs | |
59 | Greece | 57.2 ATMs | |
60 | Kuwait | 56.964 ATMs | |
61 | Namibia | 56.518 ATMs | |
62 | Palau | 56.517 ATMs | |
63 | Belarus | 55.653 ATMs | |
64 | Uruguay | 55.538 ATMs | |
65 | Malta | 55.38 ATMs | |
66 | Chile | 55.201 ATMs | |
67 | Mexico | 53.496 ATMs | |
68 | Malaysia | 53.113 ATMs | |
69 | Indonesia | 51.927 ATMs | |
70 | Denmark | 51.863 ATMs | |
71 | Czech Republic | 50.955 ATMs | |
72 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 50.031 ATMs | |
73 | China, Hong Kong SAR | 49.614 ATMs | |
74 | Netherlands | 49.598 ATMs | |
75 | Lithuania | 48.92 ATMs | |
76 | Cyprus | 48.213 ATMs | |
77 | Venezuela | 47.507 ATMs | |
78 | Cabo Verde | 46.305 ATMs | |
79 | Norway | 45.821 ATMs | |
80 | Suriname | 45.807 ATMs | |
81 | Saint Lucia | 45.524 ATMs | |
82 | Mauritius | 45.283 ATMs | |
83 | Fiji | 45.174 ATMs | |
84 | Serbia | 44.506 ATMs | |
85 | Dominica | 43.522 ATMs | |
86 | Republic of Moldova | 41.959 ATMs | |
87 | Colombia | 41.777 ATMs | |
88 | Grenada | 41.56 ATMs | |
89 | Vanuatu | 40.958 ATMs | |
90 | Trinidad and Tobago | 40.734 ATMs | |
91 | Sweden | 40.557 ATMs | |
92 | Belize | 40.348 ATMs | |
93 | Samoa | 40.009 ATMs | |
94 | Barbados | 37.699 ATMs | |
95 | Bolivia | 37.391 ATMs | |
96 | El Salvador | 36.68 ATMs | |
97 | Azerbaijan | 36.473 ATMs | |
98 | Dominican Republic | 36.23 ATMs | |
99 | Ecuador | 35.949 ATMs | |
100 | Eswatini | 35.573 ATMs | |
101 | Lebanon | 35.542 ATMs | |
102 | Albania | 35.397 ATMs | |
103 | Guatemala | 35.26 ATMs | |
104 | Oman | 34.974 ATMs | |
105 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 34.309 ATMs | |
106 | Finland | 33.732 ATMs | |
107 | Botswana | 32.424 ATMs | |
108 | Jamaica | 31.165 ATMs | |
109 | Kyrgyzstan | 30.006 ATMs | |
110 | Bhutan | 28.097 ATMs | |
111 | Paraguay | 27.36 ATMs | |
112 | Morocco | 26.227 ATMs | |
113 | Tunisia | 26.196 ATMs | |
114 | Bahrain | 25.797 ATMs | |
115 | Tonga | 25.326 ATMs | |
116 | Maldives | 25.245 ATMs | |
117 | Sao Tome and Principe | 24.929 ATMs | |
118 | Philippines | 24.743 ATMs | |
119 | State of Palestine | 24.464 ATMs | |
120 | Vietnam | 24.006 ATMs | |
121 | Honduras | 23.352 ATMs | |
122 | Jordan | 22.998 ATMs | |
123 | Laos | 22.637 ATMs | |
124 | India | 19.505 ATMs | |
125 | Nicaragua | 18.679 ATMs | |
126 | Angola | 18.015 ATMs | |
127 | Sri Lanka | 17.2 ATMs | |
128 | Guyana | 17.2 ATMs | |
129 | Nigeria | 15.453 ATMs | |
130 | Tajikistan | 14.515 ATMs | |
131 | Micronesia (Fed. States of) | 13.937 ATMs | |
132 | Egypt | 13.731 ATMs | |
133 | Lesotho | 13.346 ATMs | |
134 | Cambodia | 13.315 ATMs | |
135 | Mozambique | 10.931 ATMs | |
136 | Zambia | 10.701 ATMs | |
137 | Solomon Islands | 10.679 ATMs | |
138 | Uzbekistan | 10.637 ATMs | |
139 | Ghana | 10.328 ATMs | |
140 | Mauritania | 10.267 ATMs | |
141 | Kenya | 9.952 ATMs | |
142 | Nepal | 9.238 ATMs | |
143 | Algeria | 8.328 ATMs | |
144 | Pakistan | 8.111 ATMs | |
145 | Djibouti | 7.874 ATMs | |
146 | Bangladesh | 7.147 ATMs | |
147 | Zimbabwe | 7.022 ATMs | |
148 | Congo | 6.99 ATMs | |
149 | Papua New Guinea | 6.758 ATMs | |
150 | Marshall Islands | 6.553 ATMs | |
151 | Timor-Leste | 6.543 ATMs | |
152 | Côte d'Ivoire | 6.355 ATMs | |
153 | Tanzania | 6.137 ATMs | |
154 | Equatorial Guinea | 6.022 ATMs | |
155 | Yemen | 5.81 ATMs | |
156 | Rwanda | 5.547 ATMs | |
157 | Senegal | 5.267 ATMs | |
158 | Comoros | 5.257 ATMs | |
159 | Gambia | 5.256 ATMs | |
160 | Malawi | 5.137 ATMs | |
161 | Togo | 5.082 ATMs | |
162 | Sudan | 4.754 ATMs | |
163 | Uganda | 4.731 ATMs | |
164 | Burkina Faso | 4.298 ATMs | |
165 | Mali | 4.074 ATMs | |
166 | Cameroon | 4.027 ATMs | |
167 | Guinea-Bissau | 3.974 ATMs | |
168 | Libya | 3.818 ATMs | |
169 | Benin | 3.452 ATMs | |
170 | Madagascar | 2.189 ATMs | |
171 | Guinea | 2.158 ATMs | |
172 | Myanmar | 1.979 ATMs | |
173 | Sierra Leone | 1.979 ATMs | |
174 | Liberia | 1.938 ATMs | |
175 | Iraq | 1.795 ATMs | |
176 | Niger | 1.491 ATMs | |
177 | Burundi | 1.35 ATMs | |
178 | Haiti | 1.316 ATMs | |
179 | Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 1.227 ATMs | |
180 | South Sudan | 1.028 ATMs | |
181 | Afghanistan | 1.001 ATMs | |
182 | Chad | 0.995 ATMs | |
183 | Central African Republic | 0.89 ATMs |
- #1
South Korea
- #2
China, Macao SAR
- #3
Canada
- #4
San Marino
- #5
Austria
- #6
Portugal
- #7
Russia
- #8
Belgium
- #9
Australia
- #10
United Kingdom
Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.
- #183
Central African Republic
- #182
Chad
- #181
Afghanistan
- #180
South Sudan
- #179
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
- #178
Haiti
- #177
Burundi
- #176
Niger
- #175
Iraq
- #174
Liberia
Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.
Insights by country
Myanmar
In 2015, Myanmar ranked #172 globally with 1.9787425 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is significantly lower than many neighboring countries, reflecting the ongoing challenges in financial infrastructure development. Contributing factors include a largely rural population with limited access to banking services and a historical lack of investment in the financial sector due to prolonged political isolation and economic sanctions.
Angola
In 2015, Angola ranked #126 globally with 18.014801 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is notably lower than the global average, indicating limited access to banking infrastructure compared to many countries. Contributing factors include Angola's ongoing economic challenges, a post-civil war recovery phase, and a significant rural population that often lacks access to financial services.
Belize
In 2015, Belize ranked #92 globally with 40.347816 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is relatively low compared to regional neighbors, reflecting a limited banking infrastructure in the country. Factors contributing to this statistic include Belize's small population and geographic challenges, which hinder the establishment of widespread ATM networks.
Colombia
In 2015, Colombia ranked #87 globally with 41.776577 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is below the regional average for Latin America, indicating limited access to banking services compared to some neighboring countries. Contributing factors include the country's ongoing economic challenges, urban-rural disparities, and efforts to increase financial inclusion through government initiatives.
Cabo Verde
Cabo Verde ranked #78 globally with 46.304543 ATMs per 100,000 Adults in 2015. This figure is below the global average, indicating a relatively limited access to automated banking services compared to more developed nations. The country's geographic isolation and smaller population contribute to a less extensive banking infrastructure, which can hinder the proliferation of ATMs. Additionally, Cabo Verde's economy, heavily reliant on tourism and remittances, may influence the distribution and availability of banking services.
Burundi
In 2015, Burundi ranked #177 globally with 1.3503422 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the country's limited financial infrastructure compared to more developed nations.
The scarcity of ATMs is driven by Burundi's economic challenges, including a high poverty rate and a lack of investment in banking technology. Additionally, the country's geographic constraints and ongoing political instability further hinder the expansion of financial services.
Montenegro
In 2015, Montenegro ranked #35 globally with 75.92208 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is notably higher than the global average, indicating a relatively well-developed banking infrastructure for the region. The country's tourism-driven economy contributes to this density, as the influx of visitors necessitates accessible financial services. Additionally, Montenegro's ongoing efforts to enhance its financial sector and attract foreign investment have further supported the growth of ATM availability.
Ghana
In 2015, Ghana ranked #139 globally with 10.328106 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is notably lower than the global average, indicating limited access to automated banking services compared to more developed economies. Contributing factors include a developing financial infrastructure and a relatively low penetration of banking services in rural areas, which affects overall ATM availability.
Bahamas
In 2015, the Bahamas ranked #19 globally with 113.72514 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is significantly higher than the regional average for the Caribbean, reflecting the country's advanced financial infrastructure compared to many of its neighbors. The high number of ATMs can be attributed to the Bahamas' strong tourism sector, which drives demand for accessible banking services, and a relatively high GDP per capita that supports banking investments.
Belarus
In 2015, Belarus ranked #63 globally with 55.65278 ATMs per 100,000 Adults. This figure is notably lower than the European average, reflecting a less developed banking infrastructure compared to Western European nations. The relatively high number of ATMs can be attributed to the country's focus on enhancing financial accessibility and modernizing its banking system in response to economic challenges.
Analysis & Context
In 2015, South Korea led the world in financial access with the highest number of ATMs per 100,000 Adults at 275.82. This year, global values ranged from a low of 0.89 in the Central African Republic to South Korea’s high, reflecting significant disparities in financial inclusion. The global average was 49.21 ATMs, providing a benchmark for assessing the accessibility of banking services worldwide.
Economic Development and ATM Density
The presence of ATMs is often a reflection of a country's economic development. High-income countries typically have more extensive banking networks, facilitating greater access to financial services. For instance, Canada and Austria reported 222.12 and 183.66 ATMs per 100,000 adults, respectively. These figures align with their developed economies and advanced financial infrastructures.
Conversely, countries like the Central African Republic and Chad, with 0.89 and 0.99 ATMs per 100,000 adults respectively, illustrate the challenges faced by less developed economies in providing banking services. Factors such as limited infrastructure, lower investment in financial technology, and smaller banking sectors contribute to these low figures.
Urbanization and ATMs per 100,000 Adults
Urbanization plays a crucial role in the distribution of ATMs. Densely populated urban areas require more ATMs to meet the financial needs of residents. China, Macao SAR, with 232.43 ATMs, exemplifies this trend as a highly urbanized region with a robust banking network.
In contrast, countries with significant rural populations, such as Niger and Burundi, which have 1.49 and 1.35 ATMs respectively, often struggle with ATM accessibility. The costs associated with deploying ATMs in remote areas and the lower demand due to smaller populations can limit the expansion of ATM networks.
Policy Impacts on ATM Availability
Government policies can significantly influence the number of ATMs. Countries like Portugal and Russia, with 173.85 and 172.04 ATMs respectively, have benefited from proactive financial policies that encourage banking sector growth and technological advancement.
In contrast, regions experiencing political instability or economic sanctions may see a reduction in ATM availability. For instance, Ukraine, with a decrease of 7.77 ATMs, faces challenges due to ongoing geopolitical tensions, which have impacted its financial infrastructure.
Year-over-Year Changes and Trends
Between 2014 and 2015, the global average change in ATMs per 100,000 adults was 1.04, marking a 7.6% increase. Notably, Peru experienced the largest increase, adding 65.91 ATMs, a 117.2% surge, driven by economic growth and efforts to enhance financial inclusion.
Conversely, some countries saw declines. Israel experienced a significant decrease of 21.78 ATMs, a 17.6% drop, potentially reflecting shifts in banking strategies or a move towards digital banking solutions. Similarly, Costa Rica and Greece saw decreases of 18.46 and 17.32 ATMs respectively, possibly due to economic challenges and banking sector adjustments.
Overall, the data from 2015 highlights the complex interplay of economic development, urbanization, and policy on ATM availability. While some countries continue to expand their financial services infrastructure, others face hurdles that limit access to basic banking facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions About ATMs per 100,000 Adults in 2015
Which country had the highest number of ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015?
South Korea had the highest number of ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015, with 276 ATMs.
Which country had the lowest number of ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015?
The Central African Republic had the lowest number of ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015, with 0.89 ATMs.
What was the average number of ATMs per 100,000 adults across all countries in 2015?
The average number of ATMs per 100,000 adults across all countries in 2015 was 49.21 ATMs.
What was the median number of ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015?
The median number of ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015 was 40.35 ATMs.
Which countries were in the top 10 for ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015?
The top 10 countries for ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015 were South Korea, China (Macao SAR), Canada, San Marino, Austria, Portugal, Russia, Belgium, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
How many countries were included in the dataset for ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015?
The dataset included 183 countries for ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015.
Data Source
Automated teller machines (ATMs) | Financial Access Survey - IMF via Our World in Data
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