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Surgeon Salary in Switzerland

Surgeons perform operations to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. The Switzerland median is $506,617 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$506,617
per year
Monthly (national)
$42,259
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$506,617
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$243.57
varies by city

Surgeon salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$506,617
Geneva, GE$506,617
Basel, BS$506,617
Lausanne, VD$506,617
Bern, BE$506,617
Winterthur, ZH$506,617

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surgeon make in Switzerland?
The national median surgeon salary in Switzerland is about CHF 410'000 per year (CHF 34'200 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 410'000 to CHF 410'000.
Which Switzerland city pays surgeons the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 410'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays surgeons the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 410'000 per year for a surgeon.
What is the typical salary range for a surgeon in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, surgeon pay commonly spans from about CHF 262'400 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 590'400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have surgeon salary data?
Pay by Role publishes surgeon pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is surgeon in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +3% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.