Civil Engineer Salary in Zug
Benchmark snapshot
For Civil Engineer in Zug, the benchmark median used on this page is CHF 127'188 gross per year. Across the displayed experience bands, the central ranges run from CHF 73'416 to CHF 183'098.
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Salary bands for Civil Engineer in Zug
| Level | Range (gross / year) |
|---|---|
| Junior (0–2 yrs) | CHF 73'416 – CHF 104'940 (Median CHF 88'044) |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | CHF 88'044 – CHF 127'188 (Median CHF 104'940) |
| Senior (6+ yrs) | CHF 104'940 – CHF 159'216 (Median CHF 127'188) |
| Lead / Management | CHF 127'188 – CHF 183'098 (Median CHF 159'216) |
How this benchmark is built
EstimateThe benchmark uses the FSO Earnings Structure Survey 2024 distribution for CH-ISCO 21 in the Zentralschweiz 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 Zentralschweiz
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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
Zug is represented by the FSO Central Switzerland gross region. The regional distribution may not capture premiums at individual international employers based in the canton.
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 Zug? +
The median is CHF 127'188 gross per year. By experience the range runs from CHF 73'416 to CHF 183'098.
How is this salary benchmark calculated? +
The benchmark uses the FSO Earnings Structure Survey 2024 distribution for CH-ISCO 21 in the Zentralschweiz 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 Zentralschweiz. Last reviewed: 2024.