Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. North Macedonia

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of North Macedonia is 9 928 mi². This means that the area of Switzerland is 60.56% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in North Macedonia is Skopje, where the population is 537 478.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in North Macedonia the highest temperature was 114.3°F and was recorded in Demir Kapija, Demir Kapija Municipality.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while North Macedonia is home to 2 083 374 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 39 years in North Macedonia.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 98.4% in North Macedonia.

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in North Macedonia, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. North Macedonia: 17 015 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in North Macedonia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; North Macedonia - July, August, September.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites