Share of global adults with internet access 2019, by employment status

Share of adults worldwide with internet access in 2019, by employment status

CharacteristicYes, has access to the internetNo, does not have access
Employed full time for an employer 79% 20%
Employed full time for self 48% 52%
Employed part time, do not want full time 52% 47%
Unemployed 52% 47%
Employed part time, want full time 50% 49%
Out of workforce 46% 53%
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Release date

April 2020

Region

Worldwide

Survey time period

2019

Number of respondents

1,000+

Age group

15 years and older

Method of interview

Face-to-face interviews, telephone interviews

Supplementary notes

The survey asked the following question: "Do you have access to the Internet in any way, whether on a mobile phone, a computer, or some other device?"
145 countries surveyed

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