The population of Marseille, as per the census of 2005, was 820,900. The population in Marseilles is very high as it is a commercial port in France and there are several sources of livelihood. Immigration is also one of the major factors for the rising population of Marseilles in France.
Marseille Demography includes the total population, ethnic groups and population density of the city. The city is one of the chief French hubs of industry and trade and the infrastructure of transportation is well developed. All these factors are responsible for growth in Marseille population.
Marseille Demography is also related to the fact that the city provides employment to many people as there are various companies in the city. One of the major factors for the growth of population in Marseilles is immigration. As the city is a port, it has been the major point of entry into France.
At the end of the 18th century, more than half of Marseille people were immigrants.
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Immigrants to Marseille came mainly from Italy, Greece, and Spain. During the 20th century, there was political unrest and poor economical condition in many of the European countries, which brought more immigrants to the French city of Marseilles. At present, more than one-third of Marseille population can draw their ancestry back to Italy.
Some of the noteworthy communities residing in France are:
- Armeninan
- Corsican
- Berbers
- North African Arabs
- Comorans
- Turks
- Vietnamese
- Chinese
Marseilles has been home to many of the world famous personalities. Since the population of Marseilles is high, the city has turned out to be a lively and multi-ethnic place.
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