Demographics of Switzerland

As of 2026, Switzerland's population is projected at 9.01 million, compared to 8.97 million in 2025. It ranks 100th in the world by population and 18th in Europe, accounting for 1.21% of Europe’s population and 0.11% of the global population. The population growth rate for 2026 is projected at 0.42%, placing Switzerland 145th among 237 countries and dependent territories.

There are 4.48 million males and 4.53 million females in Switzerland. The male population accounts for 49.71%, compared to 50.29% for females. Switzerland has 53k more females than males. The sex ratio in 2026 is projected at 98.83 males per 100 females. Switzerland ranks 136th globally in terms of the female-to-male ratio.

In Switzerland, 81k babies are born each year, the 115th highest number of births worldwide—roughly 221 per day, or 9 per hour. Meanwhile, around 77k people die annually, the 94th highest death toll in the world—about 211 per day, or 9 per hour.

In 2026, Switzerland’s life expectancy at birth is projected to reach 84.37 years, approximately 10.6 years higher than the global average. This places the country ninth worldwide and fourth in Europe, behind Monaco, San Marino, and Andorra.

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Switzerland population

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Switzerland death and birth rate

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Urban and rural population of Switzerland

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Switzerland population by Age Group (2026)