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Psychologist Salary in Switzerland

Psychologists study behavior and help clients manage mental and emotional challenges. The Switzerland median is $176,698 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$176,698
per year
Monthly (national)
$14,704
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$176,698
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$84.95
varies by city

Psychologist salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$176,698
Geneva, GE$176,698
Basel, BS$176,698
Lausanne, VD$176,698
Bern, BE$176,698
Winterthur, ZH$176,698

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a psychologist make in Switzerland?
The national median psychologist salary in Switzerland is about CHF 143'000 per year (CHF 11'900 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 143'000 to CHF 143'000.
Which Switzerland city pays psychologists the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 143'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays psychologists the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 143'000 per year for a psychologist.
What is the typical salary range for a psychologist in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, psychologist pay commonly spans from about CHF 98'000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 198'100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have psychologist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes psychologist pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is psychologist in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.