Switzerland Births Clock

Number of people born in Switzerland today so far:

199

A person is born approximately every 385.44 seconds

Number of people born per year: 81,819

Number of people born per day: 224

Number of people born per hour: 9

Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024

About births in Switzerland

Based on data from the United Nations World Population Prospects (2024), an estimated 81,819 people are born in Switzerland each year. That works out to roughly 224 births per day, 9 per hour, or approximately one person every 385.44 seconds. The counter above tracks the estimated number of births that have occurred so far today.

The crude birth rate in Switzerland is approximately 9.1 births per 1,000 people , which is below the global average of 16.1 per 1,000. The total fertility rate stands at 1.44 children per woman. Since this is below the replacement level of 2.1, the population of Switzerland would decline over the long term without net immigration.

In addition to births, approximately 76,041 deaths occur in Switzerland each year, resulting in a natural increase of approximately 5,778 people per year.

Frequently asked questions

How many babies are born each day in Switzerland?

Approximately 224 babies are born each day in Switzerland, based on an annual total of 81,819 births reported by the United Nations.

How often is a baby born in Switzerland?

A baby is born approximately every 385.44 seconds in Switzerland, or about 9 births per hour.

What is the birth rate in Switzerland?

The crude birth rate is approximately 9.1 births per 1,000 people, and the total fertility rate is 1.44 children per woman. The global average birth rate is 16.1 per 1,000.

Do births outnumber deaths in Switzerland?

Yes. With approximately 81,819 births and 76,041 deaths per year, Switzerland has a natural population increase of about 5,778 people annually.

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