Switzerland
Country statistics · 1990–present
Switzerland at a Glance
Switzerland is home to 9 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing slowly. At a GDP per capita of $138,846, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 84.4 years, among the highest in the world.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 9 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 8.7 and a death rate of 8.0 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 0.7 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 6,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Switzerland is a major economy by global standards, with a total GDP that is projected at $1.3 trillion (2029 IMF projection). At $138,846 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 1.2% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 2.8% (2029 IMF projection), indicating effectively at full employment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 84.4 years (2024), among the highest in the world. Current health expenditure per person is $11,784 (2023), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 97.3% of the population use the internet (2025), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 96.7% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.