Einsiedeln Population 2026
Einsiedeln has a population of 15,867, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Schwyz. Roughly 0.2% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,867
Rank in Switzerland
#66
Coordinates
47.13°N, 8.75°E
~882 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
101 km
63 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Schwyz
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Schwyz | 15,181 | #73 |
Cities near Einsiedeln
FAQ
What is the population of Einsiedeln?
Einsiedeln has a population of 15,867 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Einsiedeln in?
Einsiedeln is located in Schwyz, Switzerland.
Is Einsiedeln the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 101 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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