Internet users ranking 1997 — the top 20 economies
The twenty largest economies by Individuals Using the Internet (% of Population) in 1997, ranked by the exact World Bank figures. The leader: Iceland (27.5%). A total of 180 economies reported a value that year.
| # | Country | % of population (1997) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iceland | 27.5% |
| 2 | Bermuda | 24.2% |
| 3 | Sweden | 23.7% |
| 4 | United States | 21.6% |
| 5 | Norway | 20.4% |
| 6 | Finland | 19.5% |
| 7 | Australia | 16.4% |
| 8 | Switzerland | 15.1% |
| 9 | Canada | 15.1% |
| 10 | New Zealand | 14.6% |
| 11 | Netherlands | 14.1% |
| 12 | Singapore | 13.5% |
| 13 | Denmark | 11.4% |
| 14 | Hong Kong SAR, China | 10.5% |
| 15 | Austria | 9.53% |
| 16 | Japan | 9.16% |
| 17 | Greenland | 7.95% |
| 18 | Slovenia | 7.59% |
| 19 | United Kingdom | 7.39% |
| 20 | Luxembourg | 7.14% |
Where are they now?
The top five of 1997 and their rank in the latest published year:
| Country | Rank in 1997 | Rank today |
|---|---|---|
| Iceland | #9 | #11 |
| Bermuda | #8 | #9 |
| Sweden | #21 | #24 |
| United States | #28 | #31 |
| Norway | #7 | #8 |
Other years
Frequently asked questions
Which country had the largest Internet users in 1997?
Iceland, with 27.5% (% of population).
How many countries are included?
180 economies reported a value for IT.NET.USER.ZS in 1997. Coverage widens over time — earlier years include fewer reporting economies.