Switzerland population (live estimate)
Real-time estimate based on UN demographic growth models.
Annual growth: 0.480%.
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Key demographic indicators.
This map shows first-level administrative regions (ADM1).
Key Facts
- Capital: Berne (Bern)
- Official language: Romansh
- Region: Western Europe
- Continent: Europe
Languages
A brief overview of the linguistic situation in the country.
Switzerland has a linguistic profile shaped by its history, regional identities, and cultural heritage. The dominant national language coexists with minority or regional languages that reflect long-standing traditions.
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A brief overview of the religious composition of the country.
The population of Switzerland is influenced by urbanization, regional demographics, and migration trends. Major cities concentrate much of the population, while rural areas often preserve older linguistic patterns.
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A brief overview of the major cities and urban structure of the country.
The cities shown here represent major urban centres with populations over 50,000, as defined by the UN Degree of Urbanisation (DEGURBA) methodology. Smaller towns and rural settlements are not included.
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