Written By: Eram Shaikh
Published: May 15, 2026

As of 2025, TikTok has around 1.9 billion monthly active users globally, with the Asia-Pacific region alone accounting for nearly 297 million users.

In this article, we will provide you with TikTok’s user statistics, including regional, age, and gender trends, and K-pop’s influence on engagement. 

TikTok User Stats 2026: Key Highlights

  • TikTok reached 1.9 billion monthly users by the end of 2025.
  • The Asia-Pacific region leads with 296.8 million TikTok users.
  • The United States has the largest TikTok audience, with 136 million users.
  • Users aged 25–34 make up 40.3% of TikTok’s audience.
  • TikTok has more male users, with 54.6% of the audience.
  • K-pop artists like KATSEYE, ENHYPEN, and Stray Kids are among TikTok’s top 10 artists.
  • TikTok earned an estimated $28.6 billion in 2025, with advertising as the primary revenue source.

How Many People Use TikTok?

By the end of 2025, TikTok had 1.9 billion monthly users, placing it among the most-used social platforms worldwide.

Compared to 2024, TikTok’s user base grew by about 12% YoY, showing its strong global appeal.

The table below shows how user numbers increased over time, reflecting consistent growth across recent quarters:

PeriodGlobal TikTok Users 
Q4 20251.9 billion
Q1 20251.59 billion
Q4 20241.69 billion
Q3 20241.60 billion
Q2 20241.58 billion
Q1 20241.56 billion
Q4 20231.22 billion
Q3 20231.08 billion 
Q2 20231.09 billion 
Q1 20231.05 billion 

Source: Statista, DataReportal

TikTok User Demographics

TikTok reaches a wide range of audience, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, with around 296.8 million users.

The table below shows the number of TikTok users across different regions:

RegionNumber of Users% Change
Asia-Pacific296.8 million11.3%
Middle East and Africa233.9 million12.1%
Latin America189.7 million9.3%
North America122.4 million6.0%
Western Europe102.6 million5.6%
Central and Eastern Europe91.7 million5.5%

Source: eMarketer

TikTok Users By Country

TikTok’s largest audience comes from the United States, with a total of 136 million monthly users.

The US is followed by Indonesia and Brazil with 108 and 91.7 million users, respectively.

The top countries with monthly active TikTok users are as follows:

RankCountryMonthly Active TikTok Users 
1United States136 million
2Indonesia108 million
3Brazil91.7 million
4Mexico85.4 million
5Pakistan66.9 million
6Philippines62.3 million
7Russia56 million
8Bangladesh46.5 million
9Egypt41.3 million
10Vietnam40.9 million

Source: World Population Review

TikTok Users By Age Group

TikTok is most popular among young adults in the US, with people aged 25–34 accounting for the largest share of its user base at 40.3%.

However, TikTok’s appeal is growing across different age groups, as shown in the table below:

Age Group% of TikTok Users
18–24 25.6%
25–34 40.3%
35–44 16.5%
45–54 9.1%
55+ 8.5%

Source: Exploding Topics

TikTok Users By Gender

TikTok’s audience is fairly balanced by gender, with a slight lead from male users. The table below shows how users are divided by gender:

Gender% of TikTok Users
Male54.6%
Female45.4%

Source: Exploding Topics

TikTok Usage and Engagement Statistics

While there are no official reports, TikTok’s daily active user base is estimated between 875 million and 954 million.

Average Daily Time Spent on TikTok

Users spend a significant amount of their time on TikTok daily. In the US, adults spend around 52 minutes daily on TikTok, more than on any other platform.

Globally, TikTok also ranks among the highest in daily usage, with users spending around 95 minutes per day on average, often exceeding time spent on platforms like Instagram and Snapchat, and in many cases rivaling or surpassing YouTube.

Source: Backlinko, Statista, DataReportal

TikTok Engagement Metrics

TikTok’s reach is massive, with monthly visits reaching 1.92 billion in February, demonstrating users’ consistent return to the platform.

This high engagement shows why TikTok has become a central platform for content, trends, and social interaction worldwide, keeping users coming back multiple times each day.

The table below covers some important engagement metrics of TikTok:

Engagement MetricStatistic
Monthly visits (Feb 2026)1.92 billion
Bounce rate51.17%
Average Visit Daily12:13
Average session duration5.8 minutes/session
Pages/Visit9.06

Source: Semrush, DataReportal, Exploding Topics

K-pop’s Role in TikTok’s Global Growth

K-pop dominates TikTok, with top artists and viral songs driving engagement and trends across the platform

Top K-pop Artists on TikTok

K-pop has a huge presence on TikTok, with three K-pop artists, KATSEYE, ENHYPEN, and Stray Kids ranking among the top 10 on the platform’s global artist list.

Fans create millions of videos using their songs every day, spreading dances and challenges worldwide.

This shows how K-pop content has become a major force shaping trends, user activity, and cultural influence on the platform.

The top artists’ list on TikTok is as follows:

RankArtist
1KATSEYE
2Alan Arrieta
3ENHYPEN
4Bad Bunny
5Stray Kids
6Taylor Swift
7Lady Gaga
8Fuerza Regida
9Billie Eilish
10Ariana Grande

Source: TikTok Newsroom, Soompi

K-pop Success Stories on TikTok

K-pop has played a major role in TikTok’s music ecosystem. In 2021, more than 97 million TikTok videos featured K-pop content.

Source: The Korea Times

K-pop tracks have entered major charts like the Billboard Hot 100 and the Global 200, with songs like “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters reaching #1 and gaining widespread popularity across social media platforms, including TikTok.

Source: Billboard

On TikTok, songs like “Gabriela” by KATSEYE also gained massive attention and earned a Grammy nomination, showing the platform’s power in boosting K-pop worldwide.

Source: Grammy

TikTok Revenue Statistics

From rapid annual growth to diverse revenue streams, TikTok has become a major business powerhouse, earning billions through ads, commerce, and in-app purchases.

TikTok Annual Revenue Growth

TikTok’s revenue has grown rapidly, reaching an estimated $28.6 billion in 2025, showing its strong business expansion.

The platform has seen consistent YoY growth since 2018. The table below shows the year-wise revenue of TikTok:

YearRevenueYoY % Change
2025 (est.)28.60 billion +24% 
202423.00 billion +43%
202316.10 billion +68%
20229.60 billion +100%
20214.80 billion +85%
20202.60 billion +643%
2019350 million+133%
2018150 million

Source: Business of Apps

TikTok Revenue by Type

Most of TikTok’s revenue comes from advertising, accounting for around 77% of its total income, showing how brands rely on the platform to reach users.

The table below breaks down TikTok’s revenue by advertising and in-app purchases:

Revenue TypeRevenue % of Total
Advertising17.0 billion77%
In‑App Purchases1-2 billion5-9%
Commerce3-4 billion14-18%

Source: Business of Apps

TikTok Commerce & Secondary Revenue

TikTok’s commerce is growing fast, with TikTok Shop generating around $33.2 billion in 2024 (in GMV), driven by strong demand in Southeast Asia and other key markets.

In the US, TikTok Shop brought in about $9 billion (GMV), showing the platform’s expanding e-commerce influence.

Overall, TikTok’s parent ByteDance generated roughly $155 B in total revenue, with about $39 B coming from international markets (primarily TikTok), making up around a quarter of the company’s income.

Source: Sacra

About the Author

A lifelong music enthusiast turned stan, Eram started KpopBeen to create a space where the global fandom can stay updated on comebacks, chart rankings, fandom buzz, and everything happening in the K-Pop world. Eram combines deep love for K-Pop with a passion for storytelling that connects fans across the globe. Through KpopBeen, her goal is simple: to celebrate idols, amplify fandom voices, and bring the energy of K-Pop to every fan’s screen. When not writing or curating the latest updates, you’ll find Eram streaming new releases or reliving legendary stages that made K-Pop the global movement it is today.

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