Families in Switzerland. Statistical Report 2021

This report provides a comprehensive picture of the living situation of families and shows some aspects of recent developments. After a first part on family forms, coexistence as a couple and establishing a family, in particular the reconciliation of family and work, the financial situation of households with children, as well as exchange and support between generations are discussed. The report brings together the information available at the Federal Statistical Office (BFS) in various statistics and surveys on this topic. If you are viewing the publication in the browser, the links to the most up-to-date data are available to you