The average monthly mobile data use per capita in the US is projected to rise from 2.71 thousand megabytes in 2024 to 3.13 thousand megabytes in 2028. In 2023, usage stood at 2.60 thousand megabytes. This represents an average increase of approximately 3.6% year-on-year over the forecasted period. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is estimated at approximately 3.7%.
Future Trends to Watch For:
- Adoption of 5G technology, potentially increasing data consumption.
- Emergence of IoT devices, further boosting data usage per individual.
- Influence of streaming services as drivers for higher data needs.
- Policy changes related to data pricing influencing customer behavior.
