Germany vs Mexico
Population, economy and geography side by side
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Mexico has 49.7 million more people than Germany (133 million vs 83.3 million in 2026). Mexico is 5.6 times larger by land area. GDP per capita is higher in Germany ($60,496 vs $13,889). People live longer on average in Germany (80.8 vs 75.3 years).
| Germany | Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2026) | 83,283,528 | 132,997,658 |
| Yearly population change | −0.25% | +0.80% |
| Population 2050 (projected) | 77.5 million | 149 million |
| Land area | 349,430 km² | 1,943,950 km² |
| Density | 238/km² | 68/km² |
| GDP | $5.05 trillion (2025) | $1.83 trillion (2025) |
| GDP per capita | $60,496 (2025) | $13,889 (2025) |
| Life expectancy | 80.8 years | 75.3 years |
| Births per woman | 1.36 | 1.89 |
| Urban population | 82% | 80% |
| Capital | Berlin | Mexico City |
| Currency | euro (EUR) | peso (MXN) |
| Calling code | +49 | +52 |
Share of world population: Germany 1.01%, Mexico 1.61%.
Frequently asked questions
Which has a bigger population, Germany or Mexico?
Mexico: about 133 million people versus 83.3 million in Germany (2026).
Is Germany bigger than Mexico?
By land area, Mexico is larger: 1,943,950 km² versus 349,430 km².
Which economy is bigger, Germany or Mexico?
Germany, with a GDP of $5.05 trillion versus $1.83 trillion (World Bank, current US$).
Sources: World Bank Open Data — World Development Indicators and Population Estimates and Projections (CC BY 4.0); Wikidata (CC0). Retrieved 2026-10-22. GDP in current US dollars (World Bank, latest available year).