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Data Scientist Salary in Switzerland

Data scientists turn raw data into insight using statistics, machine learning, and clear communication. The Switzerland median is $172,991 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$172,991
per year
Monthly (national)
$14,457
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$172,991
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$83.17
varies by city

Data Scientist salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$172,991
Geneva, GE$172,991
Basel, BS$172,991
Lausanne, VD$172,991
Bern, BE$172,991
Winterthur, ZH$172,991

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a data scientist make in Switzerland?
The national median data scientist salary in Switzerland is about CHF 140'000 per year (CHF 11'700 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 140'000 to CHF 140'000.
Which Switzerland city pays data scientists the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 140'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays data scientists the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 140'000 per year for a data scientist.
What is the typical salary range for a data scientist in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, data scientist pay commonly spans from about CHF 87'100 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 204'700 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have data scientist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes data scientist pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is data scientist in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +35% over the next decade. Related technology roles on Pay by Role include Software Engineer, Frontend Developer, Backend Developer.