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Architect Salary in Switzerland

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The Switzerland median is $160,635 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$160,635
per year
Monthly (national)
$13,345
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$160,635
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$77.23
varies by city

Architect salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$160,635
Geneva, GE$160,635
Basel, BS$160,635
Lausanne, VD$160,635
Bern, BE$160,635
Winterthur, ZH$160,635

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in Switzerland?
The national median architect salary in Switzerland is about CHF 130'000 per year (CHF 10'800 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 130'000 to CHF 130'000.
Which Switzerland city pays architects the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 130'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 130'000 per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about CHF 83'200 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 187'200 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is architect in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related creative roles on Pay by Role include Graphic Designer, Copywriter, Video Editor.