Europe & Central Asia
Switzerland Population
Total population based on the de facto definition.
Latest Value
9.0M
As of 2024
YoY Change
+1.3%
2023 → 2024
Record High
9.0M
Recorded in 2024
Record Low
5.3M
Recorded in 1960
10-Year Average
8.6M
2015–2024
Data Range
1960–2024
65 data points
Source
World Bank
Code: SP.POP.TOTL
Historical Trend
1960 – 2024
Analysis
Switzerland's population has been steadily increasing over the years, with the latest data showing approximately 9 million people in 2024. This growth can be attributed to a combination of factors, including a high standard of living and a strong economy. The country's population density is relatively high, with a significant portion of the population residing in urban areas.
Historical Data
| Value | YoY Change | Change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.0M | 117K | +1.3% |
| 2023 | 8.9M | 112K | +1.3% |
| 2022 | 8.8M | 73K | +0.8% |
| 2021 | 8.7M | 66K | +0.8% |
| 2020 | 8.6M | 63K | +0.7% |
| 2019 | 8.6M | 61K | +0.7% |
| 2018 | 8.5M | 62K | +0.7% |
| 2017 | 8.5M | 79K | +0.9% |
| 2016 | 8.4M | 91K | +1.1% |
| 2015 | 8.3M | 94K | +1.1% |
Source: World Bank Open Data · 1960–2024
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