Germany
Country statistics · 1990–present
Germany at a Glance
Germany is home to 83.5 million people as of 2024, with a population that is experiencing significant natural population decline. At a GDP per capita of $72,088, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 80.8 years, above the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 83.5 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 8.1 and a death rate of 12.1 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at -4.0 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly -334,066 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Germany is one of the largest economies in the world, with a total GDP that is projected at $6 trillion (2029 IMF projection). At $72,088 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 0.9% in 2029, representing marginal growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 3.0% (2029 IMF projection), indicating effectively at full employment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 80.8 years (2024), above the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $6,849 (2024), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 93.5% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 99.9% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.