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Dentist Salary in Switzerland

Dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth, gums, and mouth. The Switzerland median is $201,411 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$201,411
per year
Monthly (national)
$16,805
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$201,411
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$96.84
varies by city

Dentist salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$201,411
Geneva, GE$201,411
Basel, BS$201,411
Lausanne, VD$201,411
Bern, BE$201,411
Winterthur, ZH$201,411

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dentist make in Switzerland?
The national median dentist salary in Switzerland is about CHF 163'000 per year (CHF 13'600 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 163'000 to CHF 163'000.
Which Switzerland city pays dentists the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 163'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays dentists the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 163'000 per year for a dentist.
What is the typical salary range for a dentist in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, dentist pay commonly spans from about CHF 111'700 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 225'800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have dentist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes dentist pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is dentist in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.