Growth and resource demand? The population of Switzerland grew in 2024 by the size of the city of Lucerne; with increasing demand for infrastructure and personnel.

Population growth leads to a correspondingly higher total resource demand in Switzerland due to the average per capita consumption: Housing: With an average occupancy of 2.2 persons per dwelling (2023), growth results in a demand for around 40,350 dwellings. Care personnel: There are 160,597 care workers in healthcare (2023), corresponding to a care density of 18 care workers per 1,000 inhabitants. This results in an average demand of around 1,591 care workers. Passenger cars: With a motorization rate of 535 passenger cars per 1,000 inhabitants (2024), there is an average demand for around 47,492 vehicles. Electricity consumption: The average electricity consumption is 6,380 kilowatt-hours (kWh) per capita per year (2023). This results in an average demand of around 566 million kWh. Settlement area: The average settlement area is 396 m² per person (2018). This results in an area demand of about 35 km². The calculated values are theoretical figures based on averages. In reality, actual demands differ due to efficiency gains, regional differences, individual needs, and other reasons (see notes) leading to deviations.