Rank #68 by World Population
🇫🇷France
France has a population of 68,372,286, ranking #68 in the world. The capital is Paris. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
68,372,286
Population
#68
World Rank
82.8
Life Expectancy
$44,700
GDP Per Capita
France, #68 by world population
France Population History (1960-2024)
The country of France had a population of 47,412,964 in 1960 and 68,551,653 in 2024, a 44.6% growth over 64 years. The peak was 68,551,653 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.58%.
68,551,653
Population (2024)
47,412,964
Population (1960)
68,551,653
Peak (2024)
0.58%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 47,412,964 |
| 1961 | 47,905,982 |
| 1962 | 48,389,516 |
| 1963 | 48,877,567 |
| 1964 | 49,401,492 |
| 1965 | 49,877,725 |
| 1966 | 50,311,637 |
| 1967 | 50,722,791 |
| 1968 | 51,112,980 |
| 1969 | 51,536,014 |
| 1970 | 52,007,169 |
| 1971 | 52,499,553 |
| 1972 | 52,962,356 |
| 1973 | 53,392,161 |
| 1974 | 53,746,571 |
| 1975 | 54,002,853 |
| 1976 | 54,232,383 |
| 1977 | 54,486,467 |
| 1978 | 54,734,030 |
| 1979 | 54,979,851 |
| 1980 | 55,274,184 |
| 1981 | 55,603,353 |
| 1982 | 55,806,789 |
| 1983 | 56,108,330 |
| 1984 | 56,383,085 |
| 1985 | 56,665,619 |
| 1986 | 56,956,002 |
| 1987 | 57,266,167 |
| 1988 | 57,598,186 |
| 1989 | 57,943,062 |
| 1990 | 58,261,012 |
| 1991 | 58,554,242 |
| 1992 | 58,846,584 |
| 1993 | 59,103,094 |
| 1994 | 59,324,863 |
| 1995 | 59,541,294 |
| 1996 | 59,754,504 |
| 1997 | 59,968,066 |
| 1998 | 60,190,684 |
| 1999 | 60,501,986 |
| 2000 | 60,918,661 |
| 2001 | 61,364,377 |
| 2002 | 61,812,142 |
| 2003 | 62,249,855 |
| 2004 | 62,707,588 |
| 2005 | 63,180,854 |
| 2006 | 63,622,342 |
| 2007 | 64,016,890 |
| 2008 | 64,375,116 |
| 2009 | 64,706,436 |
| 2010 | 65,026,211 |
| 2011 | 65,340,830 |
| 2012 | 65,657,659 |
| 2013 | 65,997,932 |
| 2014 | 66,312,067 |
| 2015 | 66,548,272 |
| 2016 | 66,724,104 |
| 2017 | 66,918,020 |
| 2018 | 67,158,348 |
| 2019 | 67,382,061 |
| 2020 | 67,601,110 |
| 2021 | 67,842,811 |
| 2022 | 68,184,457 |
| 2023 | 68,372,286 |
| 2024 | 68,551,653 |
Demographics
| Population | 68,372,286 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.28% |
| Urban Population | 78.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.66 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 82.8 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 3.4 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$44,700
GDP Per Capita
7.3%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
31.8
Gini Index (inequality)
70.6%
Trade (% of GDP)
117,109,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
11.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.28
Physicians per 1,000
3.4
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
85.3%
Internet Users
114
Mobile Subs per 100
126.9
People per km2
91,862
Net Migration
Environment
32.5%
Forest Area
France Climate
France has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F) and receives about 658 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.8°C
Avg Temp
658
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 54 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 47 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 52 mm |
| April | 10° / 51° | 54 mm |
| May | 15° / 58° | 64 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 57 mm |
| July | 20° / 68° | 61 mm |
| August | 20° / 68° | 44 mm |
| September | 16° / 61° | 54 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 60 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 53 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 58 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit France
The most comfortable months to visit France are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 25°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
France has a population of 68,372,286, ranking #68 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.28%.
Life expectancy in France is 82.8 years. The infant mortality rate is 3.4 per 1,000 live births.
France's GDP per capita is $44,700. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
78.8% of France's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 126.9 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for France is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit France are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
France has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C and about 658 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July and the coldest is January.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
France is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 68,372,286. Population growth is modest, around 0.3% a year.
Economically, France is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $44,700. Life expectancy is high at 82.8 years, with a fertility rate of 1.7 births per woman, and 78.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.