Internet Statistics and Numbers

Cell Phone Ownership Among Kids

Cell phone ownership has been steadily on the rise among American kids in the ages 12-17 years.

In 2004, 45% of the kids surveyed owned a cell phone
In 2006, 63% of the kids owned a mobile phone
In 2008, the number rose to 71%

The next report is due in 2010.

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