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Canada vs Switzerland Life expectancy
Switzerland overtook Canada in 1962. In 1960 Canada stood at roughly 100% of Switzerland’s Life expectancy; today the figure is about 97%, and the pair was closest in 1983 (100%).
| Year | Canada | Switzerland | Switzerland as % of Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 71.31 | 71.13 | 100% |
| 1970 | 73.02 | 72.7 | 100% |
| 1980 | 75.46 | 75.1 | 100% |
| 1990 | 77.24 | 77.44 | 100% |
| 2000 | 79.68 | 79.17 | 99% |
| 2010 | 82.25 | 81.32 | 99% |
| 2020 | 83 | 81.53 | 98% |
| 2024 | 84.41 | 82.11 | 97% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Switzerland pass Canada in Life expectancy?
In 1962. Switzerland’s published Life expectancy rose above Canada’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do Canada and Switzerland compare today?
Switzerland is ahead: 84.41 against 82.11 — the trailing economy stands at about 97% of the leader.
Are these Life expectancy figures nominal or adjusted?
They are exactly as the World Bank publishes them — years — with no interpolation or estimation for missing years.
Full series
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