Population Growth Trends in France (1990-2023)
From 1990 to 2023, France saw steady population growth, increasing from approximately 58 million in 1990 to over 68 million by 2023. Key drivers of this growth include a combination of natural increase (births minus deaths) and positive net migration, particularly in the 2000s. The early 2000s marked a period of accelerated growth, with a rise from 61 million in 2000 to nearly 63 million by 2005, reflecting stable economic conditions and policies that attracted skilled immigrants. Later, between 2010 and 2020, the population continued its upward trajectory, reaching around 67 million by 2020. This growth aligns with France's healthcare and social support systems, which positively impacted life expectancy, contributing to population gains. In recent years, while growth has slowed slightly, France still sees a gradual rise in population, attributed to a balanced rate of births and immigration that continues to support its demographic expansion.
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