IFR Demography Dashboard

Switzerland

Population 2026
9.2 million
Migrant share 2026
41.2 %
Earliest tipping point
2038

Status quo

In Switzerland, the migrant population accounts for 39.5% of the population in 2024 and exceeds 50% in 2038 if current demographic trends continue. The calculation follows the selected Swiss migration-status classification, based on the migration status of individuals and their parents. Explore the remigration scenario.

Remigration

Under the defined remigration scenario, Switzerland's migrant share falls below 5% in 2088. In the dashboard, this threshold serves as the Institute's orientation point for demographic normalisation and harmonisation.

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