Do you spend countless hours scrolling through social media, streaming videos, or using apps on your smartphone?
You’re not alone.
As technology advances and smartphones become more powerful, mobile data usage is skyrocketing worldwide.
In 2024, global spending on mobile data hit a staggering $666 billion, and experts predict it will rise even higher in 2025.
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The rollout of 5G networks, which promise faster speeds and more reliable connections, has played a significant role in this increase.
Additionally, the growing popularity of streaming platforms, augmented reality applications, and artificial intelligence tools continues to drive data consumption to unprecedented levels, according to Mere Mobil.
A recent report from Statista reveals an interesting trend: North Americans lead the world in mobile data spending.
On average, individuals in this region spent $360 annually on mobile data in 2024.
This figure is four times higher than the global average of $90 per person.
Europeans followed with an average of $160 per person, while in Asia, the figure was around $60.
The high cost of mobile data in North America isn’t solely due to usage rates.
Factors such as limited competition among providers and higher network maintenance expenses contribute to elevated prices.
Despite these costs, North Americans remain among the most frequent users of mobile data, engaging in activities like streaming high-definition videos and gaming.
Globally, mobile data usage shows no signs of slowing down. Statista predicts that spending on mobile data will increase by $32 billion in 2025.
The proliferation of data-heavy technologies is expected to keep demand strong. From video calls to online gaming and live-streaming events, people are consuming more data than ever before.
