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Radiologist vs Registered Nurse salary

In Switzerland, a radiologist earns about 239% more than a registered nurse $506,617 vs $149,514 per year.

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Pays more
Healthcare
Radiologist
$506,617/yr
Monthly
$42,259
Hourly
$243
Range
$333,379$718,407
10-yr outlook
+5%
Healthcare
Registered Nurse
$149,514/yr
Monthly
$12,480
Hourly
$72
Range
$109,108$198,816
10-yr outlook
+6%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileRadiologistRegistered Nurse
Entry (10th)$333,379$109,108
25th$419,998$129,373
Median$506,617$149,514
75th$612,512$174,227
Senior (90th)$718,407$198,816

National Switzerland figures in CHF. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a radiologist or registered nurse earn more in Switzerland?
A radiologist earns more, at about CHF 410'000 per year vs CHF 121'000 for a registered nurse — roughly 239% (CHF 289'000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Switzerland?
A radiologist typically earns CHF 269'800–CHF 581'400, while a registered nurse earns CHF 88'300–CHF 160'900 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Switzerland?
On a monthly basis before tax, a radiologist averages about CHF 34'200 and a registered nurse about CHF 10'100.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Switzerland, a radiologist earns about CHF 269'800 while a registered nurse earns about CHF 88'300 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Switzerland, a radiologist earns about CHF 581'400 while a registered nurse earns about CHF 160'900 per year.
Are radiologist and registered nurse similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Healthcare category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.