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Civil Engineer Salary in Switzerland

Civil engineers design and oversee infrastructure like roads, bridges, and water systems. The Switzerland median is $139,629 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$139,629
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,615
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$139,629
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$67.13
varies by city

Civil Engineer salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$139,629
Geneva, GE$139,629
Basel, BS$139,629
Lausanne, VD$139,629
Bern, BE$139,629
Winterthur, ZH$139,629

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a civil engineer make in Switzerland?
The national median civil engineer salary in Switzerland is about CHF 113'000 per year (CHF 9'400 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 113'000 to CHF 113'000.
Which Switzerland city pays civil engineers the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 113'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays civil engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 113'000 per year for a civil engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a civil engineer in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, civil engineer pay commonly spans from about CHF 77'400 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 156'500 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have civil engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes civil engineer pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is civil engineer in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related engineering roles on Pay by Role include Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Chemical Engineer.