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Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Pitcairn Island

Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Pitcairn Island by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Switzerland vs. Pitcairn Island - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Pitcairn Island is 18.15 mi². This means that the area of Switzerland is 87724% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
15 940 mi²
18.15 mi²

Coastline length

Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Pitcairn Island has a coastline of 31.7 mi.

0.0 mi
31.7 mi

Largest city

390 474 ppl
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Highest peak

The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Pitcairn Island is Pawala Valley Ridge, which rises to a height of 1 138 ft.

15 203 ft
Monte Rosa
1 138 ft
Pawala Valley Ridge

Highest recorded temperature

106.7°F
Grono, Moesa District
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Lowest recorded temperature

-43.2°F
La Brévine
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Society

Switzerland vs. Pitcairn Island - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Pitcairn Island is home to 56 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
8 654 622 ppl
56 ppl

Life expectancy

83.0 years
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Average age

42.7 years
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Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 0% in Pitcairn Island.

0.65%
0%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Pitcairn Island the primary language is English.

german, french, italian
english

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Pitcairn Island, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

9 305 000 ppl
Ranking: 32/174
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Economy

GDP per capita

71 761 Int$
Ranking: 6/194
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Currency

Switzerland: Swiss Franc (CHF). Pitcairn Island: New Zealand Dollar (NZD).

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CHF
Swiss Franc
NZD
New Zealand Dollar

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Pitcairn Island: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, J
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: I

Driving side

Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Pitcairn Island has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Pitcairn Island - July, August.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1
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Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
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Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B121 USD - 154 USD
T247 USD - 320 USD
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