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Plumber Salary in Switzerland

Plumbers install and repair piping, fixtures, and water systems. The Switzerland median is $116,028 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$116,028
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,638
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$116,028
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$55.78
varies by city

Plumber salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$116,028
Geneva, GE$116,028
Basel, BS$116,028
Lausanne, VD$116,028
Bern, BE$116,028
Winterthur, ZH$116,028

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a plumber make in Switzerland?
The national median plumber salary in Switzerland is about CHF 93'900 per year (CHF 7'800 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 93'900 to CHF 93'900.
Which Switzerland city pays plumbers the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 93'900 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays plumbers the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 93'900 per year for a plumber.
What is the typical salary range for a plumber in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, plumber pay commonly spans from about CHF 64'300 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 130'100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have plumber salary data?
Pay by Role publishes plumber pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is plumber in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Carpenter, Chef.