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Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Somalia

Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Somalia 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. Somalia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Somalia is 246 201 mi². This means that the area of Somalia is 1445% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
15 940 mi²
246 201 mi²

Coastline length

Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Somalia has a coastline of 2 071.0 mi.

0.0 mi
2 071.0 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Somalia is Mogadishu, where the population is 2 120 000.

390 474 ppl
2 120 000 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Somalia is Shimbiris, which rises to a height of 8 038 ft.

15 203 ft
Monte Rosa
8 038 ft
Shimbiris

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. Somalia - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Somalia is home to 15 893 222 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
8 654 622 ppl
15 893 222 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 55.3 years in Somalia.

83.0 years
55.3 years

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 18.5 years in Somalia.

42.7 years
18.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 2.35% in Somalia.

0.65%
2.35%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Somalia the primary language is Somali.

german, french, italian
somali

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Somalia, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

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). Somalia: Somali Shilling (SOS).

Tools: Currency Calculator
CHF
Swiss Franc
SOS
Somali Shilling

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Somalia: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, J
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C

Driving side

Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Somalia has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDCHFSOSEUR

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Somalia - January, February.

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
Do not travel
Level 4

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.
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B121 USD - 154 USD
T248 USD - 321 USD
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