Published: 17 May 2024
Basel
50%
Temporary
St. Claraspital AG
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social worker, Throughout Switzerland
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Individuals starting with no experience in the field can expect to earn an annual salary of CHF 74 250. The graph also shows that the highest expected salary for this profession is CHF 96 000 per year.
social worker, Throughout Switzerland
salary progression through years of experience
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In 2019-2021, the annual median salary was CHF 81 183. From 2022-2024, the median salary reached its highest at CHF 84 888 per year.
social worker, Throughout Switzerland
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Add salaryThe highest paying industry for a social worker is Medical Technology, with an average salary of CHF 120 300 anually. Followed by Media / Printing / Publishing and Catering / Hotel industries. Remember that significant variations between companies within a single industry can exist.
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The top two high-paying cantons for social worker are Neuchâtel and Zug. Salaries vary per canton depending on the local job market and industry trends.
CHF 80 713
median salary
social worker