Marseille Population 2022: France's Mediterranean Metropolis

As of 2022, Marseille's population is estimated at 870,018, making it France's second-largest city after Paris and the largest on the Mediterranean coast.

Key Facts

• Region: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA)
• Department: Bouches-du-Rhône (prefecture)
• Metro area: ~1.8 million (Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis)
• Density: ~3,500/km² (city proper)

Demographic Notes

Marseille is a historic gateway city with diverse communities from former French colonies (Algeria, Comoros, Vietnam), Italy, Armenia, and Corsica. Its population has stabilized after mid-20th century growth, with ongoing urban renewal in neighborhoods like Euroméditerranée.

Source: United Nations World Urbanization Prospects, INSEE estimates.