Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate 2022

Fixed broadband penetration rate indicates the proportion of households with broadband access, reflecting connectivity.

205 data points••Global Coverage•Fixed broadband subscriptions (per 100 people) | Data•

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Gibraltar flag
Gibraltar
60.975 %
2
Cayman Islands flag
Cayman Islands
56.36 %
3
Monaco flag
Monaco
55.228 %
4
Andorra flag
Andorra
51.205 %
5
Liechtenstein flag
Liechtenstein
48.93 %
6
France flag
France
48.25 %
7
Saint Kitts and Nevis flag
Saint Kitts and Nevis
46.745 %
8
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
46.675 %
9
Norway flag
Norway
45.664 %
10
South Korea flag
South Korea
45.454 %
11
Denmark flag
Denmark
44.886 %
12
Germany flag
Germany
44.619 %
13
Belgium flag
Belgium
43.566 %
14
Netherlands flag
Netherlands
43.564 %
15
Malta flag
Malta
43.445 %
16
Portugal flag
Portugal
42.937 %
17
Greece flag
Greece
42.923 %
18
Canada flag
Canada
42.179 %
19
Saudi Arabia flag
Saudi Arabia
41.823 %
20
China flag
China
41.374 %
21
United Kingdom flag
United Kingdom
41.287 %
22
Sweden flag
Sweden
40.609 %
23
China, Hong Kong SAR flag
China, Hong Kong SAR
39.952 %
24
Estonia flag
Estonia
39.722 %
25
Luxembourg flag
Luxembourg
38.327 %
26
Czech Republic flag
Czech Republic
37.714 %
27
United States flag
United States
37.489 %
28
Barbados flag
Barbados
37.484 %
29
Iceland flag
Iceland
37.421 %
30
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
36.849 %
31
Japan flag
Japan
36.841 %
32
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
36.766 %
33
Hungary flag
Hungary
36.534 %
34
Australia flag
Australia
36.393 %
35
New Zealand flag
New Zealand
36.304 %
36
San Marino flag
San Marino
35.788 %
37
Spain flag
Spain
35.785 %
38
Bermuda flag
Bermuda
35.58 %
39
Bulgaria flag
Bulgaria
34.967 %
40
Faroe Islands flag
Faroe Islands
34.587 %
41
Finland flag
Finland
34.295 %
42
Belarus flag
Belarus
34.067 %
43
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
33.999 %
44
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
33.487 %
45
Romania flag
Romania
33.212 %
46
Curaçao flag
Curaçao
32.912 %
47
Slovenia flag
Slovenia
32.01 %
48
Greenland flag
Greenland
31.984 %
49
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
31.892 %
50
Ireland flag
Ireland
31.536 %
51
Italy flag
Italy
31.191 %
52
Seychelles flag
Seychelles
29.831 %
53
Grenada flag
Grenada
29.767 %
54
China, Macao SAR flag
China, Macao SAR
29.607 %
55
Serbia flag
Serbia
29.346 %
56
Austria flag
Austria
29.234 %
57
Israel flag
Israel
29.168 %
58
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
28.997 %
59
Lithuania flag
Lithuania
28.44 %
60
Georgia flag
Georgia
28.334 %
61
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
28.004 %
62
French Polynesia flag
French Polynesia
27.914 %
63
Croatia flag
Croatia
27.661 %
64
Singapore flag
Singapore
27.551 %
65
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
27.319 %
66
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
26.318 %
67
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
26.196 %
68
Trinidad and Tobago flag
Trinidad and Tobago
26.033 %
69
Latvia flag
Latvia
25.989 %
70
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
25.799 %
71
Argentina flag
Argentina
24.683 %
72
Russia flag
Russia
24.635 %
73
Poland flag
Poland
23.837 %
74
Chile flag
Chile
22.79 %
75
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
22.282 %
76
Turkey flag
Turkey
21.823 %
77
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
21.758 %
78
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
21.368 %
79
Bahamas flag
Bahamas
21.136 %
80
Brazil flag
Brazil
20.953 %
81
Dominica flag
Dominica
20.86 %
82
Albania flag
Albania
20.699 %
83
Mexico flag
Mexico
20.607 %
84
British Virgin Islands flag
British Virgin Islands
20.549 %
85
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
20.366 %
86
Suriname flag
Suriname
20.026 %
87
Brunei Darussalam flag
Brunei Darussalam
19.805 %
88
New Caledonia flag
New Caledonia
19.373 %
89
Bahrain flag
Bahrain
18.003 %
90
Armenia flag
Armenia
17.73 %
91
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
17.54 %
92
Thailand flag
Thailand
17.513 %
93
Aruba flag
Aruba
17.486 %
94
Maldives flag
Maldives
17.4 %
95
Colombia flag
Colombia
17.007 %
96
Panama flag
Panama
16.386 %
97
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
15.113 %
98
Jamaica flag
Jamaica
14.96 %
99
Iraq flag
Iraq
14.491 %
100
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
14.474 %
101
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
13.931 %
102
Saint Lucia flag
Saint Lucia
13.572 %
103
Guyana flag
Guyana
12.936 %
104
Mongolia flag
Mongolia
12.901 %
105
Qatar flag
Qatar
12.641 %
106
Iran flag
Iran
12.21 %
107
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
12.175 %
108
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
11.153 %
109
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
10.998 %
110
Oman flag
Oman
10.883 %
111
Egypt flag
Egypt
10.683 %
112
Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda
10.682 %
113
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
10.674 %
114
Algeria flag
Algeria
10.352 %
115
United States Virgin Islands flag
United States Virgin Islands
10.066 %
116
Nauru flag
Nauru
9.957 %
117
Belize flag
Belize
9.754 %
118
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
9.738 %
119
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
9.636 %
120
Venezuela flag
Venezuela
9.58 %
121
Peru flag
Peru
9.45 %
122
Nepal flag
Nepal
8.518 %
123
Tonga flag
Tonga
8.174 %
124
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
7.937 %
125
Philippines flag
Philippines
7.639 %
126
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
7.292 %
127
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
7.17 %
128
Syrian Arab Republic flag
Syrian Arab Republic
7.163 %
129
Jordan flag
Jordan
7.074 %
130
Palau flag
Palau
6.994 %
131
Cabo Verde flag
Cabo Verde
6.568 %
132
Morocco flag
Morocco
6.472 %
133
Micronesia (Fed. States of) flag
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
5.818 %
134
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
5.605 %
135
Turkmenistan flag
Turkmenistan
5.217 %
136
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
5.024 %
137
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
5.008 %
138
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
4.822 %
139
Botswana flag
Botswana
4.532 %
140
Tuvalu flag
Tuvalu
4.524 %
141
Libya flag
Libya
4.518 %
142
Honduras flag
Honduras
4.41 %
143
Gabon flag
Gabon
3.305 %
144
Namibia flag
Namibia
3.292 %
145
South Africa flag
South Africa
3.123 %
146
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
2.964 %
147
Cuba flag
Cuba
2.892 %
148
Fiji flag
Fiji
2.534 %
149
Laos flag
Laos
2.382 %
150
India flag
India
2.352 %
151
Marshall Islands flag
Marshall Islands
2.35 %
152
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
2.185 %
153
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
2.129 %
154
Myanmar flag
Myanmar
2.097 %
155
Sao Tome and Principe flag
Sao Tome and Principe
2.025 %
156
Guam flag
Guam
1.839 %
157
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
1.622 %
158
Kenya flag
Kenya
1.476 %
159
Djibouti flag
Djibouti
1.412 %
160
Senegal flag
Senegal
1.404 %
161
Kuwait flag
Kuwait
1.363 %
162
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
1.284 %
163
Yemen flag
Yemen
1.271 %
164
Côte d'Ivoire flag
Côte d'Ivoire
1.252 %
165
Vanuatu flag
Vanuatu
1.126 %
166
Togo flag
Togo
1.037 %
167
Samoa flag
Samoa
0.878 %
168
Mali flag
Mali
0.774 %
169
Somalia flag
Somalia
0.668 %
170
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
0.632 %
171
Ghana flag
Ghana
0.625 %
172
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
0.585 %
173
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
0.452 %
174
Congo flag
Congo
0.436 %
175
Zambia flag
Zambia
0.429 %
176
Mauritania flag
Mauritania
0.415 %
177
Lesotho flag
Lesotho
0.398 %
178
Angola flag
Angola
0.387 %
179
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
0.35 %
180
Haiti flag
Haiti
0.307 %
181
Liberia flag
Liberia
0.275 %
182
Comoros flag
Comoros
0.219 %
183
Guinea-Bissau flag
Guinea-Bissau
0.219 %
184
Gambia flag
Gambia
0.216 %
185
Papua New Guinea flag
Papua New Guinea
0.215 %
186
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
0.214 %
187
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
0.198 %
188
Eritrea flag
Eritrea
0.165 %
189
Benin flag
Benin
0.153 %
190
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
0.111 %
191
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
0.107 %
192
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
0.107 %
193
Equatorial Guinea flag
Equatorial Guinea
0.101 %
194
Uganda flag
Uganda
0.085 %
195
Afghanistan flag
Afghanistan
0.08 %
196
Malawi flag
Malawi
0.072 %
197
Kiribati flag
Kiribati
0.069 %
198
Sudan flag
Sudan
0.06 %
199
Nigeria flag
Nigeria
0.043 %
200
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
0.032 %
201
Burundi flag
Burundi
0.03 %
202
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
0.016 %
203
Timor-Leste flag
Timor-Leste
0.01 %
204
Guinea flag
Guinea
0.006 %
205
South Sudan flag
South Sudan
0.002 %

↑Top 10 Countries

  1. #1Gibraltar flagGibraltar
  2. #2Cayman Islands flagCayman Islands
  3. #3Monaco flagMonaco
  4. #4Andorra flagAndorra
  5. #5Liechtenstein flagLiechtenstein
  6. #6France flagFrance
  7. #7Saint Kitts and Nevis flagSaint Kitts and Nevis
  8. #8Switzerland flagSwitzerland
  9. #9Norway flagNorway
  10. #10South Korea flagSouth Korea

Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.

↓Bottom 10 Countries

  1. #205South Sudan flagSouth Sudan
  2. #204Guinea flagGuinea
  3. #203Timor-Leste flagTimor-Leste
  4. #202Central African Republic flagCentral African Republic
  5. #201Burundi flagBurundi
  6. #200Congo, Democratic Republic of the flagCongo, Democratic Republic of the
  7. #199Nigeria flagNigeria
  8. #198Sudan flagSudan
  9. #197Kiribati flagKiribati
  10. #196Malawi flagMalawi

Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.

Analysis & Context

In 2022, Gibraltar led the world with the highest Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate at 60.97%, while the global range spanned from 0.03% to 60.97%. The global average penetration rate was 17.92%, offering a snapshot of worldwide connectivity disparities.

Factors Influencing High Penetration Rates

Countries with the highest fixed broadband penetration rates often share certain characteristics, such as advanced economies, small geographic size, and comprehensive digital infrastructure. For instance, Gibraltar and Monaco, with penetration rates of 60.97% and 55.23% respectively, benefit from compact territories and high GDP per capita, enabling extensive network coverage and high investment in technology.

Additionally, countries like Norway (45.66%) and Switzerland (46.67%) demonstrate how government policy and market competition can spur broadband development. Both have robust regulatory frameworks that encourage competition among service providers, leading to improved services and broader access.

Challenges in Low Penetration Regions

In contrast, the countries with the lowest penetration rates, such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo (0.03%) and Nigeria (0.04%), often face significant obstacles. Economic constraints, political instability, and vast rural populations complicate infrastructure development. For instance, despite Nigeria being Africa's largest economy, its vast population and regional disparities hinder uniform broadband access.

Another factor is the technological and financial barriers in countries like Sudan (0.06%) and Afghanistan (0.08%), where ongoing conflicts and economic sanctions further stifle development efforts and investments in digital infrastructure.

Year-over-Year Changes in Broadband Penetration

The year-over-year changes in broadband penetration rates reveal significant shifts in certain regions. The Cayman Islands saw the most substantial increase of 10.72% (23.5%), largely due to strategic investments in fiber-optic networks and government initiatives promoting digital literacy. Similarly, Saudi Arabia experienced a 23.7% increase, reflecting its Vision 2030 plan which prioritizes technological advancement and infrastructure development.

Conversely, Seychelles experienced a decrease of 3.73% (-11.1%), possibly due to economic challenges and a small market size, which can limit competitive incentives for service providers. Switzerland also saw a slight decline of 1.27% (-2.6%), which may be attributed to market saturation where further growth becomes incrementally harder to achieve.

Economic and Policy Drivers of Connectivity

Economic prosperity and proactive governmental policies are pivotal in enhancing fixed broadband penetration. For example, France (48.25%) and South Korea (45.45%) illustrate how national broadband plans can effectively increase coverage. In France, the "Plan France Très Haut Débit" aims to provide high-speed internet to every household by 2022, while South Korea's consistent investment in ICT infrastructure has made it a global leader in digital connectivity.

Urbanization also plays a critical role. Countries with high urban populations, such as South Korea, benefit from economies of scale in infrastructure deployment, lowering the per capita cost of providing broadband services. This contrasts with nations having large rural areas, where the expense of reaching sparsely populated regions can be prohibitive.

In summary, the Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate in 2022 highlights stark contrasts across the globe, driven by a mix of economic conditions, government policies, and geographic factors. Understanding these elements is crucial for addressing the digital divide and fostering global connectivity.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate in 2022

Which country had the highest fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022?

Gibraltar had the highest fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022, with 60.97%.

What was the lowest fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022?

The lowest fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022 was in South Sudan, with 0%.

What was the average fixed broadband penetration rate across countries in 2022?

The average fixed broadband penetration rate across countries in 2022 was 17.48%.

What was the median fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022?

The median fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022 was 12.94%.

Which countries were in the top 3 for fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022?

The top 3 countries for fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022 were Gibraltar (60.97%), Cayman Islands (56.36%), and Monaco (55.23%).

How many countries were included in the fixed broadband penetration rate dataset for 2022?

The dataset for fixed broadband penetration rate in 2022 included 205 countries.

Insights by country

1

Vietnam

In 2022, Vietnam achieved a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 21.3681380805533%, ranking #78 out of 205 countries. This rate is below the global average, indicating room for growth in digital infrastructure. Key drivers of this statistic include the country's rapid urbanization and government initiatives aimed at expanding internet access in rural areas, which continue to shape the telecommunications landscape.

2

Greenland

In 2022, Greenland achieved a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 31.9842829076621 %, ranking #48 out of 205 countries. This rate is notably lower than many developed nations, reflecting the challenges faced by remote and sparsely populated regions. Geographic isolation and a limited population density contribute to the high costs of infrastructure development, hindering broader access to fixed broadband services.

3

China, Hong Kong SAR

In 2022, China, Hong Kong SAR achieved a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 39.9517808600821 %, ranking #23 out of 205 countries. This rate is notably higher than the global average, reflecting the region's advanced telecommunications infrastructure compared to many other countries. Factors contributing to this high penetration include significant investments in digital technology and a dense urban population that supports widespread access to broadband services.

4

Ethiopia

Ethiopia's Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate in 2022 was 0.45157652011053 %, ranking it #173 out of 205 countries. This rate is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the challenges in expanding internet infrastructure in the region. Key drivers of this low penetration include limited investment in telecommunications, a primarily rural population, and ongoing economic development efforts that have yet to prioritize broadband access.

5

Zambia

Zambia's Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate in 2022 was 0.428949863290405 %, ranking it #175 out of 205 countries. This rate is significantly lower than the global average, highlighting challenges in connectivity compared to nations with more developed infrastructure.

Factors contributing to this low penetration include limited investment in telecommunications infrastructure, a vast rural landscape that complicates service delivery, and economic constraints that hinder widespread access to broadband services.

6

Saint Kitts and Nevis

In 2022, Saint Kitts and Nevis achieved a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 46.7447387013209 %, ranking #7 out of 205 countries. This rate is significantly higher than many of its Caribbean neighbors, reflecting a strong commitment to enhancing digital infrastructure. The country's favorable policy environment and investment in telecommunications have facilitated widespread access to high-speed internet, essential for supporting its tourism-driven economy.

7

Faroe Islands

The Faroe Islands achieved a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 34.5873988631945 % in 2022, ranking #40 out of 205 countries. This rate is below the global average, highlighting challenges in connectivity compared to more densely populated regions. The islands' remote geography and small population contribute to the slower rollout of broadband infrastructure, which is compounded by the high costs associated with maintaining and upgrading technology in such isolated areas.

8

Albania

In 2022, Albania achieved a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 20.6989441252111 %, ranking #82 out of 205 countries. This rate is below the European Union average, indicating a need for improved infrastructure in comparison to its regional peers. Factors contributing to this penetration rate include Albania's ongoing economic development, investment in telecommunications, and a young population that is increasingly reliant on digital connectivity.

9

Venezuela

In 2022, Venezuela had a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 9.58036143387288 %, ranking #120 out of 205 countries. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, indicating a substantial digital divide. The country's ongoing economic crisis, coupled with infrastructure challenges and government policies, has severely hindered broadband expansion and access.

10

Ireland

In 2022, Ireland achieved a Fixed Broadband Penetration Rate of 31.5362809040128 %, ranking #50 out of 205 countries. This rate is below the European Union average, reflecting challenges in rural connectivity compared to neighboring countries like the UK, which has a higher penetration rate. Key drivers of this statistic include Ireland's geographic spread, which complicates infrastructure deployment, and ongoing government initiatives aimed at enhancing digital access across the nation.

Data Source

Fixed broadband subscriptions (per 100 people) | Data

The World Bank provides a dataset on fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people, offering country-level statistics that reflect the accessibility and penetration of fixed broadband internet services across different nations. This indicator helps assess the digital infrastructure and connectivity of countries globally.

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