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Germany vs France GDP per capita
Germany overtook France in 1971. In 1960 France stood at roughly 112% of Germany’s GDP per capita; today the figure is about 81%, and the pair was closest in 1984 (100%).
| Year | Germany | France | France as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,162.12 | 1,306.8 | 112% |
| 1970 | 2,771.28 | 2,832.55 | 102% |
| 1980 | 12,182.78 | 12,565.16 | 103% |
| 1990 | 22,385.68 | 21,586.47 | 96% |
| 2000 | 23,925.86 | 22,340.59 | 93% |
| 2010 | 42,396.97 | 40,694.82 | 96% |
| 2020 | 47,394.87 | 39,169.86 | 83% |
| 2025 | 60,496.44 | 48,985.73 | 81% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Germany pass France in GDP per capita?
In 1971. Germany’s published GDP per capita rose above France’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do Germany and France compare today?
Germany is ahead: 60,496.44 against 48,985.73 — the trailing economy stands at about 81% of the leader.
Are these GDP per capita figures nominal or adjusted?
They are exactly as the World Bank publishes them — current US$ — with no inflation restatement, no PPP conversion and no interpolation for missing years.
Full series
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