Germany vs Switzerland Life expectancy

Switzerland has held the lead throughout the published window. In 1960 Germany stood at roughly 97% of Switzerland’s Life expectancy; today the figure is about 96%, and the pair was closest in 1963 (98%).

Frequently asked questions

When did Switzerland pass Germany in Life expectancy?

It has not come to that. Switzerland has posted the larger Life expectancy in every published year (1960–2024).

How do Germany and Switzerland compare today?

Switzerland is ahead: 84.41 against 80.79 — the trailing economy stands at about 96% 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

Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations:

• Germany — Life expectancy
• Switzerland — Life expectancy
• All countries ranked by Life expectancy
• Interactive comparison tool