Population - 68.375 million (metropolitan France, estimate at July 2013), including more than 5 million of Arab and African descent, reflecting the make up of the former French empire and recent migration.  A further 2.69 million live in the French overseas departments and territories.
Life expectancy: 80.59 years – men, 86.2 years - women. (2024)

Language – French is the sole official language since 1992. Many regional languages also spoken.

Religion – France is a secular country; freedom of religion is a constitutional right but the government does not keep statistics on religious adherence (or on ethnic origins).
Non-government statistics estimate: Roman Catholic 47%, Muslim 4%, Protestant 2%, Jewish 1%, none 33%

Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) - 24.2% (2012)

Population below poverty line - 7.8% (2010)