Young population in Germany
In 2025, the share of population aged under 15 in Germany was 13.9 %, compared with 13.9 % in 2024. This gives Germany the 21st-highest in the European Union, the 16th-highest among G20 countries, and the 213th-highest globally (out of 236 economies with available data).
Young population
Share of total population aged under 15
Germany
How Germany compares
About this indicator
This indicator measures the share of the population aged under 15 within the resident population.
As a primary metric for the "base" of the demographic pyramid, it captures the size of the youngest cohort and is fundamentally driven by fertility rates. This share determines the immediate demand for education and pediatric healthcare while shaping the long-term sustainability of the economy. It is an important indicator of future labor force potential, representing the next generation of workers, innovators, and consumers who will eventually drive economic activity.
As a primary metric for the "base" of the demographic pyramid, it captures the size of the youngest cohort and is fundamentally driven by fertility rates. This share determines the immediate demand for education and pediatric healthcare while shaping the long-term sustainability of the economy. It is an important indicator of future labor force potential, representing the next generation of workers, innovators, and consumers who will eventually drive economic activity.
Sources and updates
Data sources
The data for this indicator are drawn from the United Nations (UN) World Population Prospects database.
Last update
This indicator was last updated on Econorama on 18 June 2026 and reflects the latest data available from the underlying sources at that time.
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