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FrancevsLiechtenstein

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This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

France is higher

France records 68,551,653, about 1694.7× the other value.

Surface area

France is higher

France records 606,410 km², about 3790.1× the other value.

Nominal GDP

France is higher

France records $3.16 trillion, about 383.6× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇫🇷 France68,551,653
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein40,450

France’s population is about 1,695× that of Liechtenstein, a difference of 68,511,203.

Surface area

🇫🇷 France606,410 km²
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein160 km²

France’s surface area is about 3,790× that of Liechtenstein, a difference of 606,250 km².

Population density

🇫🇷 France113 /km²
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein253 /km²

Liechtenstein’s population density is 124% higher than that of France, a difference of 140 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇫🇷 France$3.16 trillion · 2024
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein$8.24 billion · 2023

France’s nominal GDP is about 384× that of Liechtenstein, a difference of $3.15 trillion.

GDP per capita

🇫🇷 France$46,103 · 2024
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein$206,781 · 2023

Liechtenstein’s GDP per capita is 349% higher than that of France, a difference of $160,678.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

Paris

Vaduz

Population

68,551,653

40,450

Surface area

606,410 km²

160 km²

Population density

113 /km²

253 /km²

Nominal GDP

$3.16 trillion · 2024

$8.24 billion · 2023

GDP per capita

$46,103 · 2024

$206,781 · 2023

Region

Europe

Europe

Subregion

Western Europe

Western Europe

Currency

Euro · EUR · €

Swiss franc · CHF · CHf

Nationality

French

Liechtenstein

Phone code

+33

+423

Internet domain

.fr

.li

ISO codes

FR / FRA

LI / LIE

Time zone

Europe/Paris

Europe/Vaduz

Native name

France

Liechtenstein

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About France

France—known for its eloquence, fashion, and the irresistible allure of Paris—offers a tapestry of history, cuisine, and culture that captivates visitors worldwide.

Full France profile →

About Liechtenstein

Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Liechtenstein is a tiny yet prosperous principality that enchants visitors with its blend of medieval charm and modern affluence. Despite covering just 160 square kilometers, this German‑speaking nation boasts stunning mountain scenery, a rich cultural heritage, and a reputation for financial services and high‑tech industry.

Full Liechtenstein profile →

France & Liechtenstein: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of France?

The capital of France is Paris.

What is the population of France?

France has a recorded population of approximately 68,551,653 people.

How big is France?

France covers an area of about 606,410 km².

What is the population density of France?

France has a population density of roughly 113 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of France?

France has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $3.16 trillion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of France?

France has a GDP per capita of approximately $46,103.

What currency is used in France?

France uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.

Where is France located?

France is located in Western Europe, Europe.

What are people from France called?

People from France are referred to as French.

What is the phone calling code for France?

The international dialing code for France is +33.

What is the internet domain for France?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for France is .fr.

What time zone is France in?

France uses the Europe/Paris time zone.

What is France known for?

France—known for its eloquence, fashion, and the irresistible allure of Paris—offers a tapestry of history, cuisine, and culture that captivates visitors worldwide.

What is the capital of Liechtenstein?

The capital of Liechtenstein is Vaduz.

What is the population of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a recorded population of approximately 40,450 people.

How big is Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein covers an area of about 160 km².

What is the population density of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a population density of roughly 253 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $8.24 billion as of 2023.

What is the GDP per capita of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a GDP per capita of approximately $206,781.

What currency is used in Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein uses the Swiss franc (CHF), with the symbol CHf.

Where is Liechtenstein located?

Liechtenstein is located in Western Europe, Europe.

What are people from Liechtenstein called?

People from Liechtenstein are referred to as Liechtenstein.

What is the phone calling code for Liechtenstein?

The international dialing code for Liechtenstein is +423.

What is the internet domain for Liechtenstein?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Liechtenstein is .li.

What time zone is Liechtenstein in?

Liechtenstein uses the Europe/Vaduz time zone.

What is Liechtenstein known for?

Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Liechtenstein is a tiny yet prosperous principality that enchants visitors with its blend of medieval charm and modern affluence. Despite covering just 160 square kilometers, this German‑speaking nation boasts stunning mountain scenery, a rich cultural heritage, and a reputation for financial services and high‑tech industry.