Civil Engineer Salary in Basel
Benchmark snapshot
For Civil Engineer in Basel, the benchmark median used on this page is CHF 135'588 gross per year. Across the displayed experience bands, the central ranges run from CHF 73'464 to CHF 191'323.
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Salary bands for Civil Engineer in Basel
| Level | Range (gross / year) |
|---|---|
| Junior (0–2 yrs) | CHF 73'464 – CHF 110'400 (Median CHF 89'616) |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | CHF 89'616 – CHF 135'588 (Median CHF 110'400) |
| Senior (6+ yrs) | CHF 110'400 – CHF 166'368 (Median CHF 135'588) |
| Lead / Management | CHF 135'588 – CHF 191'323 (Median CHF 166'368) |
How this benchmark is built
EstimateThe benchmark uses the FSO Earnings Structure Survey 2024 distribution for CH-ISCO 21 in the Nordwestschweiz gross region. Monthly standardised gross pay is annualised by multiplying it by 12. The experience bands are derived from percentile windows; they are estimates, not observed seniority cohorts.
Source basis: BFS LSE 2024, CH-ISCO 21, Grossregion Nordwestschweiz
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Role mapping
Civil engineering is mapped to the engineering and science profession group. Discipline, project scale, site responsibility, public procurement exposure and professional accreditation can all affect pay.
Regional scope
Basel is represented by the FSO Northwestern Switzerland gross region, covering Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft and Aargau. City-specific employer premiums are not isolated.
How to use the result
Compare like with like: annual gross base salary, workload, experience and responsibility. Bonus, equity, shift supplements, pension terms and taxes can change total compensation. Treat the percentile as an orientation point for a conversation, not as an exact valuation of an individual offer.
FAQ
What does a civil engineer earn in Basel? +
The median is CHF 135'588 gross per year. By experience the range runs from CHF 73'464 to CHF 191'323.
How is this salary benchmark calculated? +
The benchmark uses the FSO Earnings Structure Survey 2024 distribution for CH-ISCO 21 in the Nordwestschweiz gross region. Monthly standardised gross pay is annualised by multiplying it by 12. The experience bands are derived from percentile windows; they are estimates, not observed seniority cohorts. Sources: BFS LSE 2024, CH-ISCO 21, Grossregion Nordwestschweiz. Last reviewed: 2024.