The bar chart illustrates the populations of seven European countries in 2013 and 2021, measured in millions.
Overall, it is starkly discernible that Germany had the highest population rates in both years, while Croatia had the lowest. Four countries experienced small dips, whereas the other 3 nations endured slight dips.
To continue with more details included, Germany’s population rose from 80.6 million in 2013 to 83.2 million in 2021, making it the most populous country throughout. France also showed growth, increasing from 65.8 to 67.7 million, and Spain’s population rose slightly, from 46.6 to 47.4 million.
In contrast, Italy’s figure fell from 60.2 to 59.1 million. Poland experienced a minor drop from 38 to 37.7 million, while Portugal declined from 10.5 to 10.3 million.
Although Croatia remained the least populated country in both years, its number of residents practically retained its position, with the only intangible decline from 4.3 to 4 million.