The chart ranks countries by the number of road motor vehicles per 1,000 inhabitants, with San Marino leading at 1,606 vehicles per 1,000 people. Other high-ranking countries include Guernsey, Gibraltar, and Jersey. The data highlights significant variations in vehicle density across nations.
Top Countries by Number of Vehicles per 1,000 People
The chart ranks countries by the number of road motor vehicles per 1,000 inhabitants, with San Marino leading at 1,606 vehicles per 1,000 people.
Road motor vehicles refer to motorized vehicles designed for operation on public roads, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles, but excluding vehicles like bicycles and trains. This metric is often used to gauge transportation trends and economic conditions.
Vehicle ownership per 1,000 people is a key indicator of a country's economic development and infrastructure preferences. According to the data, San Marino holds the highest rate of motor vehicles per capita, with 1,606 vehicles per 1,000 residents. This suggests a strong car-centric culture and high income levels. Guernsey and Gibraltar follow closely, showcasing a similar trend among smaller or economically affluent regions.
Interestingly, major developed nations such as the United States rank 11th with 850 vehicles per 1,000 inhabitants, illustrating a relatively balanced vehicle density despite its vast geographical size and population. Meanwhile, countries like Indonesia, with only 23 vehicles per 1,000 people, underscore the disparity in car ownership between highly developed and developing nations.
The data also reveals notable trends. Smaller states and territories with limited public transport options often rank high due to their dependence on personal vehicles. Larger countries, even with strong economies, show more moderate vehicle densities due to diverse urbanization levels and public transport adoption. This divergence points to a broader global dynamic where economic status, population density, and urban planning significantly impact car ownership rates.
| Rank | Name | Indicator | Subindicator |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | San Marino | 1,606 vehicles | Total - 53,940 vehicles |
2 | Guernsey | 1,389 vehicles | Total - 88,532 vehicles |
3 | Gibraltar | 1,293 vehicles | Total - 48,641 vehicles |
4 | Jersey | 1,234 vehicles | Total - 127,911 vehicles |
5 | Andorra | 1,214 vehicles | Total - 98,183 vehicles |
6 | Liechtenstein | 1,068 vehicles | Total - 42,579 vehicles |
7 | Brunei | 1,043 vehicles | Total - 475,000 vehicles |
8 | Taiwan | 959 vehicles | Total - 22M vehicles |
9 | Finland | 950 vehicles | Total - 5M vehicles |
10 | New Zealand | 934 vehicles | Total - 4M vehicles |
11 | United States | 850 vehicles | Total - 283M vehicles |
12 | Malta | 823 vehicles | Total - 438,567 vehicles |
13 | Luxembourg | 818 vehicles | Total - 550,580 vehicles |
14 | Isle of Man | 782 vehicles | Total - 65,830 vehicles |
15 | Iceland | 779 vehicles | Total - 306,563 vehicles |
16 | Australia | 776 vehicles | Total - 20M vehicles |
17 | Guam | 775 vehicles | Total - 125,455 vehicles |
18 | Italy | 753 vehicles | Total - 44M vehicles |
19 | Estonia | 740 vehicles | Total - 998,852 vehicles |
20 | Uruguay | 738 vehicles | Total - 2M vehicles |