Frankfurt’s Population Hits Record High as Immigration Drives Growth

Several S-Bahn lines (S3, S4, S5) in the Rhine-Main region will be suspended over four nights in March, with replacement buses provided, though not all stops will be served. Key stations like Galluswarte and Messe will be bypassed, requiring passengers to use alternative S-Bahn routes. Additionally, a small bus will serve Seulberg (“Linde”) from Bad Homburg, but the replacement service to Friedrichsdorf will not stop there. RMV has cited maintenance work as the reason for these disruptions, while only nine tram stops in Frankfurt are planned for reconstruction by 2027.

Meanwhile, Frankfurt’s population has grown to 776,843 by the end of 2024, reflecting a 0.9% increase. Bockenheim remains the largest district with 45,051 residents, while Berkersheim and the Bahnhofsviertel are the smallest, each with around 3,900 inhabitants. Immigration has played a major role in this growth, with over 4,000 new residents arriving from abroad, primarily from Ukraine (1,087 people) and India (701).

Foreign nationals now make up 32% of Frankfurt’s population, with the Turkish community remaining the largest (24,344 people). By the end of the year, 57.7% of residents had a migration background. Additionally, Frankfurt has submitted a bid to host the IAA motor show, competing with Munich for future editions of the event.

Frankfurt’s Population Hits Record High as Immigration Drives Growth

In March, several S-Bahn services in the Rhine-Main region will be temporarily suspended, affecting connections from Frankfurt to the Taunus area. According to the Rhein-Main-Verkehrsverbund (RMV), train services on the S3, S4, and S5 lines will be disrupted over four nights, requiring passengers to use replacement buses. These disruptions will occur on the nights of March 6–7, March 13–14, March 17–18, and March 20–21.

However, some replacement buses will not stop directly at train platforms, and key stations such as Galluswarte and Messe will not be served, requiring travelers to switch to alternative S-Bahn routes. Additionally, while the Seulberg (“Linde”) stop will be accessible via a small bus from Bad Homburg, the replacement service to Friedrichsdorf will not stop at Seulberg. RMV has attributed these disruptions to necessary maintenance work. Meanwhile, only nine additional tram stops in Frankfurt are set for reconstruction by 2027.

Alongside these transport changes, Frankfurt’s population continues to expand. By the end of 2024, the city recorded 776,843 residents, reflecting an increase of 6,700 people (0.9%) compared to the previous year. Bockenheim remains the most densely populated district, housing 45,051 residents, followed by Gallus with 44,976. In contrast, Berkersheim and the Bahnhofsviertel remain the smallest districts, each with approximately 3,900 inhabitants.

The city’s growth has been significantly influenced by immigration, with more than 4,000 new residents arriving from abroad, while the number of German citizens in Frankfurt increased by around 2,600. Foreign nationals now make up 32% of the population, a 0.3% rise from the previous year. The largest influx of new residents came from Ukraine (1,087 people), followed by India (701).

The Turkish community remains the largest foreign nationality in Frankfurt, with 24,344 residents, followed by 15,280 Croatians. By the end of the year, 57.7% of Frankfurt’s residents had a migration background, a figure that includes both foreign nationals and German citizens with international family heritage.

This demographic transformation highlights Frankfurt’s role as an international hub, attracting people from diverse backgrounds due to its economic opportunities, strong infrastructure, and high quality of life. The city continues to be a key destination for professionals, students, and families seeking better career prospects and living conditions. Additionally, Frankfurt’s bid to host the IAA motor show underscores its significance as a major center for business and innovation. Competing with Munich for the prestigious event, the city aims to further cement its position as a leading location for global exhibitions, automotive advancements, and trade fairs, reinforcing its reputation on the international stage.