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Chemical Engineer Salary in Switzerland

Chemical engineers design processes that convert raw materials into useful products. The Switzerland median is $191,526 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$191,526
per year
Monthly (national)
$15,940
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$191,526
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$92.08
varies by city

Chemical Engineer salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$191,526
Geneva, GE$191,526
Basel, BS$191,526
Lausanne, VD$191,526
Bern, BE$191,526
Winterthur, ZH$191,526

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a chemical engineer make in Switzerland?
The national median chemical engineer salary in Switzerland is about CHF 155'000 per year (CHF 12'900 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 155'000 to CHF 155'000.
Which Switzerland city pays chemical engineers the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 155'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays chemical engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 155'000 per year for a chemical engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a chemical engineer in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, chemical engineer pay commonly spans from about CHF 104'800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 216'400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have chemical engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes chemical engineer pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is chemical engineer in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +10% over the next decade. Related engineering roles on Pay by Role include Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer.