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Saudi Arabia vs Switzerland Population
Saudi Arabia overtook Switzerland in 1981. In 1960 Switzerland stood at roughly 219% of Saudi Arabia’s Population; today the figure is about 25%, and the pair was closest in 1981 (99%).
| Year | Saudi Arabia | Switzerland | Switzerland as % of Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 2,435,403 | 5,327,827 | 219% |
| 1970 | 3,562,470 | 6,180,877 | 173% |
| 1980 | 6,047,997 | 6,319,408 | 104% |
| 1990 | 10,640,691 | 6,715,519 | 63% |
| 2000 | 16,177,722 | 7,184,250 | 44% |
| 2010 | 23,978,487 | 7,824,909 | 33% |
| 2020 | 31,552,510 | 8,638,167 | 27% |
| 2025 | 36,973,555 | 9,092,436 | 25% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Saudi Arabia pass Switzerland in Population?
In 1981. Saudi Arabia’s published Population rose above Switzerland’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do Saudi Arabia and Switzerland compare today?
Saudi Arabia is ahead: 36,973,555 against 9,092,436 — the trailing economy stands at about 25% of the leader.
Are these Population figures nominal or adjusted?
They are exactly as the World Bank publishes them — people — with no interpolation or estimation for missing years.
Full series
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