The total population in France was estimated at 68.4 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - France Population - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

In 2025, the Ile-de-France region, sometimes called the Paris region, was the most populous in France. It is located in the northern part of France, divided into eight departments and crossed by the Seine River. The region contains Paris, its large suburbs, and several rural areas. The total population in metropolitan France was estimated at around ** million inhabitants. In the DOM (Overseas Department), France had more than *** million citizens spread over the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, Reunion, Mayotte, and the South American territory of French Guiana. Ile-de-France: the most populous region in France According to the source, more than ** million French citizens lived in the Ile-de-France region. Ile-de-France was followed by Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Occitanie region which is in the Southern part of the country. Ile-de-France is not only the most populated region in France, it is also the French region with the highest population density. In 2020, there were ******* residents per square kilometer in Ile-de-France compared to ***** for Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, the second most populated region in France. More than two million people were living in the city of Paris in 2025. Thus, the metropolitan area outside the city of Paris, called the suburbs or banlieue in French, had more than ten million inhabitants. Ile-de-France concentrates the majority of the country’s economic and political activities. An urban population In 2024, the total population of France amounted to over 68 million. The population in the country has increased since the mid-2000s. As well as the other European countries, France is experiencing urbanization. In 2023, more than ** percent of the French population lived in cities. This phenomenon shapes France’s geography.

The total population of France has been increasing for years now, exceeding 68 million inhabitants in 2025. However, like most Western nations, France is struggling with an aging population. Demographics in France For a few years, the population growth in France has been decreasing. However, unlike the majority of European countries, France appears to have a steady fertility rate of around 1.79 children per woman. This phenomenon allows France to be ranked as the most fertile country in Europe. But this cannot hide the fact that the population is getting older every year. An aging country The median age of French citizens has been increasing since the seventies. In 2050, the median age in France is expected to reach 43.5 years, compared to 35.2 years back in 1995. France has one of the highest life expectancies in Europe. Even though its birth rate seems pretty high compared to other European nations, this does not appear to be enough to slow down the growing trend of the French median age.

This statistic shows the total population of France from 2020 to 2024, with projections up until 2030. In 2024, the total population of France amounted to 68.44 million people. See the population of Italy for comparison. France's population Although the total French population has annually increased, population growth has been in a slump from 2006 to 2012. However, the decrease of population growth is seemingly irrelative to births in the country, primarily because France’s fertility rate has remained relatively steady over the past decade, based on information from 2011. Yearly population growth could potentially be attributed to a positive lifestyle in the country and a steady economic growth. France is ranked in the top 30 countries with the highest Human Development Index , also known as HDI, which is determined based on life expectancy at birth, literacy rate, education levels and gross national income per capita. France, in this case, was ranked 12th out of the top 20 countries with the highest life expectancy in 2011. From an economic standpoint, France has remained stable, despite several complications within the European Union. Since the 2008 financial crisis, France’s unemployment rate has increased and has experienced several swings year-to-year up until 2014. However, despite fluctuating unemployment rates, GDP growth has very slightly been on the rise on a yearly basis, ever since experiencing a dramatic drop in 2009. Additionally, the GDP itself has continuously been fluctuating since 2008), after enduring a continuous increase in the years prior.

Yearly (annual) dataset of the France Population, including historical data, latest releases, and long-term trends from 1960-12-31 to 2024-12-31. Available for free download in CSV format.

In 2024, the rural population in France reached 17.96 percent of the total. In 2023, Europe was ranked the third continent worldwide in terms of degree of urbanization. 75 percent of the European population was living in cities in 2023, but this figure is expected to decrease by 2050. In France, studies have shown that most of the population lives in urban areas, but many French citizens seem to aspire to live in the countryside. France: an urban country From 2006 to 2020, the share of French residents living in rural areas kept decreasing, going from roughly 22.6 percent in 2006 to slightly more than 19 percent in 2020. According to Insee, a municipality is rural when it does not reach the threshold of 2,000 inhabitants. In France, more than 13 million individuals were living in the countryside in 2016. In comparison, the urban population amounted to 53 million people that same year and reached more than 80 percent of the total in 2022. The advantages of the countryside A survey conducted by Ifop in 2018 showed that 41 percent of French people wanted to live in a rural town. Despite common beliefs, the countryside appears to have a lot to offer. In addition to a more pleasant living environment, the employment situation seems to be more advantageous in French rural areas. In 2020, the percentage of unemployed people reached 5.5 percent in rural areas, compared to less than nine percent in cities. Similarly, the percentage of labor force participants is higher in rural areas.

Actual value and historical data chart for France Urban Population Percent Of Total

Actual value and historical data chart for France Population Growth Annual Percent

The number of people living on French territory who were born abroad has increased steadily since 2010. That year, the number of people born outside France was approximately *** million. The 2015 refugee crisis did not change the curve, with the number of people born abroad increasing linearly over the years throughout the decade of 2010. In 2024, this number is **** million.

Actual value and historical data chart for France Population Male Percent Of Total

This statistic shows the population distribution in France on January 1st, 2025, by age group. In 2025, people aged under 15 accounted for 16.7 percent of the total French population, whereas around 10 percent of the population were 75 years and older. By comparison, the number of members of the population over the age of 65 years has increased even more prominently, reaching 14.57 million in 2025. The number of people living in France has been steadily increasing since 1982, exceeding 68 million in 2025, having thus grown by seven percent during that time.

Graph and download economic data for Population, Total for France (POPTOTFRA647NWDB) from 1960 to 2024 about France and population.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is making inroads in France, with ********* of respondents reporting AI usage in 2024. This adoption spans both personal and professional spheres, as ** percent have employed AI in their private lives, while ** percent have utilized it for work or studies. The integration of AI into daily life marks a significant shift in how French citizens interact with technology. Demographic differences in AI adoption Age and gender play crucial roles in AI usage patterns across France. Younger generations are at the forefront of AI adoption, with nearly ** percent of ** to 24-year-olds using AI in their private lives, compared to only ** percent of those aged 40 to 59. Similarly, men are more likely to embrace AI technology, with ** percent using it in their personal lives versus ** percent of women. These disparities highlight the need for targeted efforts to promote AI literacy and accessibility across all demographics. Trust levels and AI experience Experience with AI significantly impacts trust levels among French citizens. Nearly ** percent of AI users report high or moderate trust in the technology, while only ** percent of non-users express similar confidence. This trust gap extends across age groups, with over ** percent of ** to 24-year-olds showing high or moderate trust in AI, compared to just ** percent of those aged 60 to 69. Gender also influences trust levels, as ** percent of men express high or moderate trust in AI, versus ** percent of women. These findings underscore the importance of hands-on AI experience in building public trust and acceptance.

Complete population data for France showing how many people live in France from 1960 to 2024

Forecast: Population in Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million People in France 2024 - 2028 Discover more data with ReportLinker!

According to a ********** survey, the share of young French respondents without access to a banking account virtually disappeared between 2017 and 2024. The decline in this particular group of respondents stood out compared to other demographics, and is likely the main cause of why the "unbanked" population - or those who or those who did not access to the services of a bank or another, similar financial organization - declined from *** percent in 2017 to *** percent by 2021. The report adds that men in France were more likely than women to be financially excluded from services like ATM machines, credit cards, or financial products like insurance or mortgages. The declining figures for unbanked population are reflected in the decreasing market share of cash in French physical stores.

Forecast: Share of Population Connected to Public Sewerage in France 2024 - 2028 Discover more data with ReportLinker!

Forecast: Share of Population Connected to Tertiary Wastewater Treatment in France 2024 - 2028 Discover more data with ReportLinker!

Key information about France population

• The France population reached 68.6 million people in Dec 2024, compared with the previously reported figure of 68.4 million people in Dec 2023
• The data reached an all-time high of 68.6 million people in Dec 2024 and a record low of 42.1 million people in Dec 1949

Actual value and historical data chart for France Rural Population Percent Of Total Population