ATM Density Statistics in Nepal (2026)

As of 2023, ATM density in Nepal was 22 per 100,000 adults, per World Bank World Development Indicators data. Up from 21.2 per 100,000 adults in 2022 to 22 per 100,000 adults in 2023. Nepal ranks #4 of 5 economies in South Asia on this measure, and #127 of 174 globally.

Key Statistics

Latest value (2023): 22 per 100,000 adults (2023); ATM Density in Nepal as of 2023, the most recent observation in World Bank World Development Indicators data.
Change since 2022: +3.8% (2023); Up from 21.2 per 100,000 adults in 2022 to 22 per 100,000 adults in 2023.
CAGR 2011–2023: +9.7% per year (2023); Compound annual growth rate from 7.3 per 100,000 adults in 2011 to 22 per 100,000 adults in 2023.
Earliest value in this dataset (2011): 7.3 per 100,000 adults (2011); Earliest observation in this dataset, which covers 1990 onward (the source series may begin earlier). Up from 7.3 per 100,000 adults in 2011 to 22 per 100,000 adults in 2023.
Record high (2023): 22 per 100,000 adults (2023); The 2023 value is the highest in the available World Bank World Development Indicators series for Nepal.
Rank in South Asia: #4 of 5 (2023); Nepal ranks 4 of 5 countries in South Asia with data, based on each country's latest value.
Global rank: #127 of 174 (2023); Nepal ranks 127 of 174 countries with data globally.
South Asia average: 30.4 per 100,000 adults (2023); Nepal (22 per 100,000 adults) is below the average of 30.4 per 100,000 adults across the 5 countries in South Asia with data.
Projected 2026 value: 30.6 per 100,000 adults (2026); Projection based on 7-year trend (CAGR 11.6%); not an official figure.
Number of automated teller machines (ATMs) per 100,000 adults (2024): 24.5 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): 5,193 (2024); Related indicator from IMF Financial Access Survey.
Internet use in Nepal (2024): 46.3% (2024); 46.3% of the population in Nepal used the internet in 2024 (World Bank); shown for context only.
Population (2024): 29.7 million (2024); Nepal had a population of 29.7 million in 2024 (World Bank); shown for scale only.

Trend, 2011–2023

ATM Density in Nepal by year (per 100,000 adults)
Year	per 100,000 adults	Change
2023	22	+3.8%
2022	21.2	+3.9%
2021	20.4	+1.9%
2020	20	+20.4%
2019	16.6	+16.4%
2018	14.3	+31.4%
2017	10.9	+6.8%
2016	10.2	+8.8%
2015	9.4	+2.7%
2014	9.1	+9.0%
2013	8.4	+11.8%
2012	7.5	+3.0%
2011	7.3	—

Fig. 1 — ATM Density in Nepal, 2011–2023

Frequently asked questions

What is the latest figure for ATM density in Nepal?

ATM density in Nepal stood at 22 per 100,000 adults in 2023, according to World Bank World Development Indicators data.

How recent is the atm density data for Nepal?

The most recent observation is from 2023. World Bank World Development Indicators data is reported with a lag, so 2023 is the latest available year for Nepal.

Where does the atm density data for Nepal come from?

The data comes from the World Bank World Development Indicators (indicator FB.ATM.TOTL.P5). The latest observation for Nepal is from 2023; the snapshot was retrieved on 2026-06-10.

How has atm density in Nepal changed over time?

World Bank World Development Indicators data show a rise from 7.3 per 100,000 adults in 2011 to 22 per 100,000 adults in 2023.

How does Nepal compare with other countries in South Asia?

Nepal ranks 4 of 5 countries in South Asia with data, with 22 per 100,000 adults versus a regional average of 30.4 per 100,000 adults (latest values per country).

Source & methodology

Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators, indicator FB.ATM.TOTL.P5, retrieved 2026-06-10.

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.

Last updated 2026-06-10.