Registered Nurse Salary in Zurich
Benchmark snapshot
For Registered Nurse in Zurich, the benchmark median used on this page is CHF 125'076 gross per year. Across the displayed experience bands, the central ranges run from CHF 78'516 to CHF 201'052.
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Salary bands for Registered Nurse in Zurich
| Level | Range (gross / year) |
|---|---|
| Junior (0–2 yrs) | CHF 78'516 – CHF 102'540 (Median CHF 89'040) |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | CHF 89'040 – CHF 125'076 (Median CHF 102'540) |
| Senior (6+ yrs) | CHF 102'540 – CHF 174'828 (Median CHF 125'076) |
| Lead / Management | CHF 125'076 – CHF 201'052 (Median CHF 174'828) |
How this benchmark is built
EstimateThe benchmark uses the FSO Earnings Structure Survey 2024 distribution for CH-ISCO 22 in the Zürich 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 22, Grossregion Zürich
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Role mapping
Nursing is mapped to the health-profession group. Specialty, shift supplements, collective agreements, employer type and recognised qualifications can materially affect total compensation.
Regional scope
Zurich is represented by the FSO Zurich gross region. The figures describe the regional distribution, not a survey limited to the city of Zurich.
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 registered nurse earn in Zurich? +
The median is CHF 125'076 gross per year. By experience the range runs from CHF 78'516 to CHF 201'052.
How is this salary benchmark calculated? +
The benchmark uses the FSO Earnings Structure Survey 2024 distribution for CH-ISCO 22 in the Zürich 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 22, Grossregion Zürich. Last reviewed: 2024.