The population of the city of Paris (within its administrative limits) was 2,165,423 as of January 1, 2019.
While this figure represents the population within the official city boundaries, it's important to note that Paris is surrounded by a much larger urban area. This area, known as the Paris unité urbaine, or urban area, encompasses a significantly larger population, making it the most populous urban area in the European Union. Therefore, depending on what is meant by "Paris," the population figures can vary considerably. When people refer to "Paris" they might be referring to the city proper, or the greater metropolitan area.
