What is the population of Republic of France?

The population of Republic of France is 66,351,959.

Where is Republic of France located?

Republic of France is located at latitude 46.0000000 and longitude 2.0000000.

What is the area of Republic of France?

The area of Republic of France is 643801 km².

What time zone is Republic of France in?

Republic of France is in the Europe/Paris time zone.

What is the official language of Republic of France?

The official language of Republic of France is French.

How has the population of Republic of France changed?

The population of Republic of France has increased from 40,681,000 (1901) to 66,351,959 (2026), a change of 63.1%.

France (Republic of France), FR

France: Located in Western Europe, the Republic of France is the largest country in the European Union by area, sharing borders with numerous nations.

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Paris

Population 2,187,526

Quick Facts about Republic of France

Population	66,351,959
Country	France
Plate code	F
Area	643801 km²
Official name	Република Француска, France, Francouzská republika, République française, Republica Franceză, República Francesa, la République française, ߝߊ߬ߙߊ߲߬ߛߌ߬, ߝߊ߬ߙߊ߲߬ߛߌ߬ ߞߊ߲ߓߍ߲
Has part	Loire Valley
Water as percent of area	0.3%
Land as percent of area	99.7%
Speed limit	90, 30, 110, 130, 70, 50
Continent	Europe, Africa, Antarctica, Oceania, Americas
Annual number of weddings	251478, 245930, 305234, 236826, 251654, 283984, 286169, 241000, 238592, 273914, 249069, 319900, 273669, 265404, 283036, 516900, 279087, 282756, 295720, 278439
Easternmost point	Point(9.56 42.282222222), Point(55.783333333 -21.1)
Northernmost point	Point(2.528333333 51.071666666)
Latitude & Longitude	46.0000,2.0000
Legislative body	French National Assembly, Senate, Congress of the French Parliament, French Parliament
Named for	Franks
Official language	French
Capital	Tours, Paris, Bayeux, London, Brazzaville, Bordeaux, Versailles, Versailles, Algiers, Vichy
Time Zone	UTC+11:00, Central European Summer Time, UTC+03:00, UTC−03:00, UTC−02:00, UTC+02:00, UTC+04:00, UTC−03:00, UTC+01:00, UTC−03:00, UTC−10:00, UTC−04:00, UTC+12:00, Central European Time, Europe/Paris
Local time	18:52:48 (23rd September 2026)

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Geography

Republic of France is located at 46°0'0"N 2°0'0"E (46.0000000, 2.0000000). It has 16 neighbors: Spain, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Monaco, Andorra, Navarra, Italy, Suriname, Brazil, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Martin and Venezuela.

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The largest city of Republic of France is Paris with a population of 2,187,526. Other cities include, Nice population 340,017, Nantes population 309,346, Montpellier population 285,121 and Reims population 182,460. See all Republic of France cities & populated places.

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Republic of France has 16 neighbours.

Kingdom of Spain Independent country in southwestern Europe with territories in the Mediterranean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean and northern Africa.
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland This island nation, situated off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe, comprises Great Britain, Northern Ireland, and numerous smaller islands.
Swiss Confederation Located in the heart of Europe, this mountainous country is known for its neutrality, direct democracy, and diverse culture.
Kingdom of the Netherlands Located in Northwestern Europe, the Kingdom of the Netherlands is a densely populated constitutional monarchy bordered by the North Sea, Belgium, and Germany.
Kingdom of Belgium Located in Western Europe, it borders France, Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
Federal Republic of Germany Located in Central Europe, this country is a federal parliamentary republic with a significant economic and political presence on the continent and globally.
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg This small, landlocked European nation borders Belgium, France, and Germany.
Principality of Monaco Located on the French Riviera in Western Europe, it is the second-smallest sovereign state in the world.
Principality of Andorra Nestled in the eastern Pyrenees mountains between France and Spain, this sovereign microstate is known for its stunning mountainous landscapes and as a popular ski destination.
Navarra Chartered community of Spain.
Italian Republic This Southern European country, with a population of approximately 58.9 million and an area of 301,338 km², is recognized for its rich history, art, and cuisine.
Republic of Suriname Located on the northeastern coast of South America, this country is characterized by its dense rainforests, diverse culture, and a population of approximately 616,500.
Federative Republic of Brazil This large South American country is known for its vast Amazon rainforest, diverse ecosystems, and extensive coastline.
Netherlands Antilles former country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Saint-Martin
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Located on the northern coast of South America, this nation is known for its diverse landscapes, including the Andes Mountains, Amazon basin rainforests, and Caribbean coast.

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Burgundy
Wallis and Futuna
Lorraine
Saint Barthélemy
Champagne-Ardenne
Rhône
Occitania
Picardy
French Polynesia
Aquitaine
Mayotte
Réunion
Pays de la Loire
Normandy
Midi-Pyrénées
New Caledonia
Île-de-France
Hauts-de-France
French Southern and Antarctic Lands
Martinique
Limousin
Rhône-Alpes
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nord-Pas-de-Calais
Guadeloupe
Lower Normandy
Poitou-Charentes
Brittany
Upper Normandy
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Corsica
Clipperton Island
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Grand Est
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Alsace
Languedoc-Roussillon
Centre-Val de Loire
Saint Martin (French part)
Auvergne
Alpes
Franche-Comté
French Guiana

Demographics

Year	Population	% Change	Method
1901	40,681,000	-	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1906	41,067,000	0.95%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1911	41,415,000	0.85%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1960	46,647,521	12.63%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1961	47,293,811	1.39%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1962	47,990,159	1.47%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1963	48,697,015	1.47%	census
1964	49,361,165	1.36%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1965	49,945,471	1.18%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1966	50,430,631	0.97%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1967	50,829,214	0.79%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1968	51,175,036	0.68%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1969	51,518,731	0.67%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1970	51,895,793	0.73%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1971	52,320,049	0.82%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1972	52,776,806	0.87%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1973	53,239,101	0.88%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1974	53,666,947	0.8%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1975	54,033,095	0.68%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1976	54,328,016	0.55%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1977	54,565,943	0.44%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1978	54,772,084	0.38%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1979	54,982,879	0.38%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1980	55,224,670	0.44%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1981	55,505,282	0.51%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1982	55,816,654	0.56%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1983	56,149,874	0.6%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1984	56,489,874	0.61%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1985	56,825,158	0.59%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1986	57,155,165	0.58%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1987	57,482,783	0.57%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1988	57,803,824	0.56%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1989	58,113,622	0.54%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1990	58,409,202	0.51%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1991	58,557,072	0.25%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1992	58,849,212	0.5%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1993	59,105,073	0.43%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1994	59,325,793	0.37%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1995	59,540,711	0.36%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1996	59,752,020	0.35%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1997	59,963,792	0.35%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1998	60,185,178	0.37%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
1999	60,495,470	0.52%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2000	60,911,057	0.69%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2001	61,355,725	0.73%	census
2002	61,803,229	0.73%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2003	62,242,474	0.71%	census
2004	62,702,121	0.74%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2005	63,176,246	0.76%	census
2006	63,617,975	0.7%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2007	64,012,572	0.62%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2008	64,371,099	0.56%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2009	64,702,921	0.52%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2010	65,023,142	0.49%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2011	65,343,588	0.49%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2012	65,649,570	0.47%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2013	65,939,866	0.44%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2014	66,312,067	0.56%	(Worldbank)
2015	66,380,602	0.1%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2016	66,632,870	0.38%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2017	67,118,648	0.73%	2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
2018	66,965,912	-0.23%	(Worldbank)
2019	67,059,887	0.14%	(Worldbank)
2026	66,351,959	-1.06%

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