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Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions

– Mobile cellular subscriptions refer to subscriptions to a public mobile telephone service that provide access to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) using cellular technology.

Germany Mobile Cellular SubscriptionsMillion · 2015–2024

110105100952015: 96.36Trough2016: 103.52017: 109.7Peak2018: 107.52019: 107.22020: 107.42021: 106.42022: 104.42023: 105.42024: 109.220152017201920212024
Source: data.worldbank.orgLast updated: April 2026

What Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions shows

Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions was 109.2 Million in 2024, up 3.6% on 2023. Germany’s mobile cellular subscription trajectory from 2015 to 2024 stands as a monumental pillar of European technological stability and persistent digital evolution. Over this transformative decade, the nation witnessed its subscription base surge from an massive 96.36 million in 2015 to a staggering 109.20 million by 2024.

Trend

Higher over the period

Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions moved from 96.36 Million in 2015 to 109.2 Million in 2024 (+13.3%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 109.7 Million in 2017 and the low 96.36 Million in 2015.

Volatility

A 12.2% peak-to-trough swing

The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2015) is 13.34 Million. The sharpest single-year move was +7.4% in 2016.

Structure

Ranks 13 of 33 countries covered

Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Germany ranks 13 for 2024, behind China (1,870 Million) and India (1,150 Million). It accounts for 1.2% of the global total in 2024.

Full series

Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions by year

Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million.

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Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions, 2015–2024, Million.
YearMillionChange vs prior year
2024 109.2 +3.6%
2023 105.4 +1%
2022 104.4 −1.9%
2021 106.4 −0.9%
2020 107.4 +0.2%
2019 107.2 −0.3%
2018 107.5 −2%
2017Peak 109.7 +6%
2016 103.5 +7.4%
2015 Trough96.36 —

Regional context

How Germany compares in Europe & Central Asia

Mobile Cellular Subscriptions by country, 2024, Million. Germany is highlighted.

1Russia
269.5
2Germany
109.2
3UK
84.10
4Italy
78.67
5Spain
62.41
6Netherlands
23.43
7Sweden
14.92
8Denmark
7.57

About this indicator

Mobile Cellular Subscriptions — – Mobile cellular subscriptions refer to subscriptions to a public mobile telephone service that provide access to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) using cellular technology. It includes both postpaid subscriptions and active prepaid SIM cards that have been used within a specified period (typically the last three months).

This relentless expansion is a testament to a society that has completely woven mobile connectivity into the very fabric of its industrial and social identity. The German telecommunications sector is an absolute marvel of engineering, characterized by a hyper-advanced infrastructure that transitioned with surgical precision from reliable 4G LTE to the revolutionary, lightning-fast frontiers of 5G technology. With penetration rates that frequently defy the constraints of population figures, the data reveals a nation where multi-device ownership and persistent, high-velocity enterprise connectivity are the non-negotiable standard. This growth has been fueled by a voracious, insatiable demand for sophisticated mobile data services, seamless cloud integration, and a massive Internet of Things (IoT) network that powers everything from smart homes to the world-renowned "Industry 4.0" manufacturing centers. Major telecom titans have poured unfathomable billions into spectrum acquisition and network hardening to ensure Germany remains the undisputed vanguard of the digital age. The dataset provides a definitive portrait of a digital superpower that refuses to plateau, continuously reinventing itself through radical innovation and an unwavering commitment to total connectivity. It is an inspiring look at a mature market that balances massive infrastructure investments with sustainable, high-performance expansion. Germany continues to set an elite global gold standard for how a developed nation can maintain a sophisticated telecom ecosystem while navigating a transition into a truly hyper-connected future where every corner of the nation is bathed in high-speed, ironclad connectivity.

Indicator
Mobile Cellular Subscriptions
Country
Germany
Region
Europe & Central Asia
Unit
Million
Coverage
2015–2024, annual
Category
ICT & Media
Last updated
April 2026
Source
data.worldbank.org

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Frequently asked questions

What is Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions?

Definition – Mobile cellular subscriptions refer to subscriptions to a public mobile telephone service that provide access to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) using cellular technology. It includes both postpaid subscriptions and active prepaid SIM cards that have been used within a specified period (typically the last three months). Inclusions – The data includes all active mobile cellular subscriptions offering voice communication services, covering both prepaid and postpaid accounts. It encompasses subscriptions across analogue and digital cellular technologies (including 2G, 3G, and 4G systems) and is compiled from telecom operators and regulatory authorities, typically aggregated at the national level. Exclusions – The data excludes subscriptions used solely for mobile data services such as USB modems or data cards, as well as private trunked mobile radio, radio paging, telepoint systems, and telemetry services. It also does not capture inactive SIM cards or non-voice-based mobile connectivity services.

What was Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions in 2024?

Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions was 109.2 Million in 2024, up 3.6% on 2023.

How has Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions changed between 2015 and 2024?

Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions moved from 96.36 Million in 2015 to 109.2 Million in 2024 (+13.3%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 109.7 Million in 2017 and the low 96.36 Million in 2015.

Which year had the highest and lowest Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions?

The highest value was 109.7 Million in 2017 and the lowest was 96.36 Million in 2015.

Where does the Germany Mobile Cellular Subscriptions data come from?

The series is sourced from data.worldbank.org (https://data.worldbank.org/indicator/IT.CEL.SETS). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Million.

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