Germany: Europe's Second Most Populous Nation

Germany is the second most populous country in Europe (after Russia), with approximately 83.3 million inhabitants (2023 estimate).

Context

• 1st: Russia (~144M, including Asian part; European Russia ~110M).
• 2nd: Germany (~83M).
• 3rd: France (~68M).
• 4th: United Kingdom (~67M).
• 5th: Italy (~59M).

If considering EU members only, Germany is #1 (France #2). Germany's population has been stable/slightly declining without immigration; net migration maintains current levels. Density: 233/km² (high for Europe).