Switzerland Population in Switzerland

International Monetary Fund · Annual · Importance

7,124,000 (1999) ANUAL · inhabitants · Annual · CSV
Periodinhabitants
Jan 1999 7,124,000
Jan 1998 7,096,000
Jan 1997 7,081,000
Jan 1996 7,062,000
Jan 1995 7,019,000
Jan 1994 6,969,000
Jan 1993 6,908,000
Jan 1992 6,843,000
Jan 1991 6,757,000
Jan 1990 6,674,000

About this indicator

Source
International Monetary Fund
Frequency
Annual
Release
Published annually, referring to a specific date in the year.
What it is
Records the number of inhabitants of Switzerland and how it changes over time. It is a structural indicator underpinning many economic and social ratios (GDP per capita, density, per-head rates). It is compiled by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO).
How it's calculated
It is derived from population registers and residential-change statistics, updated with births, deaths and net migration. The FSO provides a permanent resident population figure at an annual reference date.
Market implications
Demographic trends shape potential growth, the labour market, consumption and the planning of services. In Switzerland skilled immigration is a central driver of population growth and labour supply, a recurring theme in the political debate.
Limitations
It is a low-frequency figure and estimates between releases are subject to revision. Migration flows can shift with the economic cycle and immigration-policy decisions, altering the expected path.