ATM Density Statistics in Namibia (2026)
According to World Bank World Development Indicators data, ATM density in Namibia came to 67.4 per 100,000 adults in 2023. Down from 75.6 per 100,000 adults in 2022 to 67.4 per 100,000 adults in 2023. Namibia ranks #2 of 42 economies in Sub-Saharan Africa on this measure, and #47 of 174 globally.
Key Statistics
- Latest value (2023)
- 67.4 per 100,000 adults (2023)
- ATM Density in Namibia as of 2023, the most recent observation in World Bank World Development Indicators data.
- Change since 2022
- −10.8% (2023)
- Down from 75.6 per 100,000 adults in 2022 to 67.4 per 100,000 adults in 2023.
- CAGR 2006–2023
- +12.2% per year (2023)
- Compound annual growth rate from 9.6 per 100,000 adults in 2006 to 67.4 per 100,000 adults in 2023.
- Earliest value in this dataset (2006)
- 9.6 per 100,000 adults (2006)
- Earliest observation in this dataset, which covers 1990 onward (the source series may begin earlier). Up from 9.6 per 100,000 adults in 2006 to 67.4 per 100,000 adults in 2023.
- Peak value (2022)
- 75.6 per 100,000 adults (2022)
- Highest value in the available series; the 2023 value is 67.4 per 100,000 adults.
- Rank in Sub-Saharan Africa
- #2 of 42 (2023)
- Namibia ranks 2 of 42 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa with data, based on each country's latest value.
- Global rank
- #47 of 174 (2023)
- Namibia ranks 47 of 174 countries with data globally.
- Sub-Saharan Africa average
- 15.1 per 100,000 adults (2023)
- Namibia (67.4 per 100,000 adults) is above the average of 15.1 per 100,000 adults across the 42 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa with data.
- Projected 2026 value
- 67.2 per 100,000 adults (2026)
- Projection based on 7-year trend (CAGR -0.1%); not an official figure.
- Number of automated teller machines (ATMs) per 100,000 adults (2024)
- 67.2 per 100,000 adults (2024)
- Related indicator from IMF Financial Access Survey (alternative source for cross-checking; not merged with the main series).
- Automated teller machines (ATMs) country wide (number) (2024)
- 1,284 (2024)
- Related indicator from IMF Financial Access Survey.
- Internet use in Namibia (2024)
- 64.9% (2024)
- 64.9% of the population in Namibia used the internet in 2024 (World Bank); shown for context only.
- Population (2024)
- 3 million (2024)
- Namibia had a population of 3 million in 2024 (World Bank); shown for scale only.
Trend, 2006–2023
| Year | per 100,000 adults | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 67.4 | −10.8% |
| 2022 | 75.6 | +2.1% |
| 2021 | 74 | +0.7% |
| 2020 | 73.6 | +0.8% |
| 2019 | 73 | +0.1% |
| 2018 | 73 | +3.0% |
| 2017 | 70.8 | +4.1% |
| 2016 | 68.1 | +16.1% |
| 2015 | 58.6 | +2.8% |
| 2014 | 57 | +5.8% |
| 2013 | 53.9 | +8.2% |
| 2012 | 49.8 | −3.1% |
| 2011 | 51.4 | +3.3% |
| 2010 | 49.8 | +18.5% |
| 2009 | 42 | +40.5% |
| 2008 | 29.9 | +201.3% |
| 2007 | 9.9 | +3.6% |
| 2006 | 9.6 | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the latest figure for ATM density in Namibia?
ATM density in Namibia stood at 67.4 per 100,000 adults in 2023, according to World Bank World Development Indicators data.
Where does the atm density data for Namibia come from?
The data comes from the World Bank World Development Indicators (indicator FB.ATM.TOTL.P5). The latest observation for Namibia is from 2023; the snapshot was retrieved on 2026-06-10.
How has atm density in Namibia changed over time?
World Bank World Development Indicators data show a rise from 9.6 per 100,000 adults in 2006 to 67.4 per 100,000 adults in 2023.
How does Namibia compare with other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Namibia ranks 2 of 42 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa with data, with 67.4 per 100,000 adults versus a regional average of 15.1 per 100,000 adults (latest values per country).
Where does Namibia rank globally on atm density?
Namibia ranks 47 of 174 countries with data globally, based on the latest World Bank World Development Indicators value for each country.
Source & methodology
Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators, indicator
FB.ATM.TOTL.P5, retrieved .
Figures are shown exactly as published in the source dataset; only the change column of the trend table is computed from adjacent published values.Read more on the methodology page. All figures are estimates and projections; this is not financial advice.
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