South Korea

Communications

South Korea

Internet users

percent of population

97% (2023 est.)

Broadcast media

numerous national television networks exist, including 2 of the 3 major networks that are publicly operated; the largest privately held network, Seoul Broadcasting Service (SBS), maintains connections with various commercial television networks; subscription services for cable and satellite television are accessible; there are publicly funded radio broadcasting networks alongside many privately owned radio stations, each featuring several affiliates and independent local outlets.

Internet country code

.kr

Telephones - fixed lines

total subscriptions

22.155 million (2023 est.)

subscriptions per 100 inhabitants

43 (2023 est.)

Telephones - mobile cellular

total subscriptions

89.2 million (2024 est.)

subscriptions per 100 inhabitants

173 (2024 est.)

Broadband - fixed subscriptions

total

24.1 million (2023 est.)

subscriptions per 100 inhabitants

47 (2023 est.)