Germany/Society

Society in Germany

An overview of key social indicators. Select a category for detailed trends, charts, and insights.

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Demographics

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Population
83.3M(2023)
Population Growth
-0.6%(2023)
Fertility Rate
1.39(2023)
Death Rate
12.3 per 1k(2023)
Net Migration
+37K(2024)

Public Health

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Life Expectancy
80.5 years(2023)
Under-5 Mortality
3.7 per 1k(2023)
Maternal Mortality
4 per 100k(2023)
Health Expenditure
11.8%(2023)

Education & Human Capital

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Primary Enrollment
90.1%(2017)
Secondary Enrollment
100.8%(2022)
Tertiary Enrollment
77.4(2022)
Education Expenditure
4.5%(2022)

Infrastructure & Connectivity

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Internet Users
93.5%(2024)
Access to Electricity
100%(2023)
Access to Basic Drinking Water
100%(2022)
Urban Population
64.8M(2023)
Rural Population
18.5M(2023)

Current Social Overview of Germany

A summary based on key social and demographic indicators.

  • Germany has an estimated population of 83.3M
    2023
    . The country is confronting significant population decline, with a negative growth rate of -0.6%
    2023
    , posing long-term challenges for workforce sustainability and social security systems. The critically low fertility rate of 1.4 births per woman
    2023
    presents severe demographic challenges, including accelerated population aging and contraction, impacting economic and social systems. Net immigration is relatively minor, impacting the population by approximately 37K individuals annually (or 0.4 per 1,000 inhabitants)
    2024
    .
  • Regarding public health, robust public health systems are evident in a strong life expectancy of 80.5 years
    2023
    , indicating effective healthcare delivery. Concurrently, healthcare system effectiveness is further validated by favorable maternal and child health outcomes, reflected in a child mortality rate (under 5 years) of 3.7 per 1,000 live births
    2023
    and a maternal mortality rate of 4 per 100,000 live births
    2023
    . These outcomes are supported by a substantial health investment, with 11.8% of GDP allocated to healthcare expenditure
    2023
    .
  • Educational access shows solid progress through 90% primary enrollment
    2017
    and 101% secondary participation rates
    2022
    . This educational framework is supported by moderate public support, with 4.5% of GDP allocated to public educational expenditure
    2022
    , reflecting a balanced approach to funding.
  • In terms of infrastructure and connectivity, the predominantly urban character, with 78% urban population
    2023
    , supports modern economic structures while maintaining important rural-urban linkages. Furthermore, infrastructure modernization is highly advanced, with near-universal electricity access and high digital connectivity (94% internet penetration
    2024
    ), strategically positioning the country for robust participation in the global digital economy.

Key Development Insights

Population Dynamics

Managing demographic trends is crucial for long-term economic planning and workforce stability.

Public Health System

Sustained, high investment in healthcare underpins the country's excellent life expectancy and human development outcomes.

Human Capital Formation

Educational attainment is a direct driver of economic innovation and global competitiveness. Investment in education is key to unlocking human potential.

Infrastructure & Connectivity

A highly urbanized, digitally connected society creates a strong foundation for service-based industries and global market access.

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