Switzerland Population Density
People per sq. km of land area EN.POP.DNST
Switzerland's population density was 228.4 in 2025, ranked 60th globally. This represents a 1.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Switzerland's population density stood at 228.4 in 2025, a rise of +3.4 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 228.4 by 2025. Switzerland ranked 60th globally.
Switzerland’s population density has risen steadily over the 64‑year series, moving from a trough of 137.48 persons per square kilometre in 1961 to an all‑time peak of 228.38 in 2025, placing the nation 60th in the global ranking. This increase reflects modest but persistent demographic growth combined with limited land expansion in a highly urbanised, mountainous country. The 2025 figure of 228.38 is marginally lower than that of American Samoa (231.47) and Qatar (227.10), and closely aligns with Korea, Democratic People’s Republic of (221.01), underscoring Switzerland’s position among densely populated small‑state economies. While the upward trajectory has been gradual, future shifts could be influenced by migration policy, housing development, and the availability of land for new construction. Should these factors converge to restrain further population inflows or expand usable space, the density growth may decelerate, moderating Switzerland’s position in the global ranking.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Density | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 230.3 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 228.4 | - | - |
| 2025 | 228.4 | +3.4 | #60 |
| 2023 | 225.0 | +2.8 | #154 |
| 2022 | 222.2 | +1.8 | #154 |
| 2021 | 220.3 | +1.7 | #156 |
| 2020 | 218.6 | +1.6 | #155 |
| 2019 | 217.0 | +1.5 | #156 |
| 2018 | 215.5 | +1.6 | #156 |
| 2017 | 213.9 | +2.0 | #155 |
| 2016 | 211.9 | +2.3 | #155 |
| 2015 | 209.6 | +2.4 | #158 |
| 2014 | 207.3 | +2.5 | #159 |
| 2013 | 204.7 | +2.3 | #159 |
| 2012 | 202.4 | +2.1 | #160 |
| 2011 | 200.2 | +2.2 | #158 |
| 2010 | 198.0 | +2.1 | #159 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Switzerland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2016. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw population density improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Switzerland's population density was 228.4 in 2025. Ranked 60th globally. This represents a 1.5% increase from the previous year.
Switzerland's population density peaked at 228.4 in 2025.
The lowest population density in Switzerland was 137.5 in 1961.
Switzerland ranks 60th globally in population density as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EN.POP.DNST. Data sourced from World Bank.
Switzerland's population density is projected to reach 228.4 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population density of Switzerland in 2025 was 228.4. This ranks 60th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_switzerland_population-density,
title = {Switzerland Population Density},
url = {https://historysaid.com/switzerland/population-density/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}