How Much Does a Cleaner Earn in Switzerland?
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There isn't one single number. The legal minimum (NAV Hauswirtschaft) is CHF 20.35/h in 2026; the typical market rate is CHF 28-33/h gross. Which figure applies depends on canton, experience and qualification - the table below shows where to find the exact answer.
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Legal minimum | CHF 20.35-24.59/h, depending on canton |
| Fair, recommended wage | CHF 28-33/h gross |
| Wage per month | Table by workload, gross and net |
| Gross vs. net | Deductions: AHV, ALV, UVG, withholding tax |
| Salary & cost by canton | Interactive map, all 26 cantons |
| Calculate my exact rate | Calculator: canton, experience, certificate |
| Worldwide comparison | Hourly wages in 50+ countries (CHF) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the minimum wage the same as a fair wage?
No. The minimum wage is the legal floor (NAV Hauswirtschaft, higher in some cantons). A fair wage is usually well above it - typically CHF 28-33/h gross.
Why do wages differ by canton?
Geneva, Neuchâtel, Basel-Stadt, Ticino and Jura have their own, higher cantonal minimums. Market rates also vary with the local cost of living.
How do I find my exact hourly rate?
The hourly wage calculator factors in canton, experience, qualification and certificate to give a fair benchmark in seconds.
How much does a cleaner earn per month?
At the typical CHF 28 per hour and 4 hours per week, that is about CHF 526 gross per month; a full-time position (42 hours/week) at the NAV minimum comes to about CHF 3'704. The monthly table by workload is in the minimum-wage guide.
How much of the gross wage is left net?
AHV/IV/EO (5.3%), ALV (1.1%), UVG-NBU (1.432%, from 8 hours/week) and the flat 5% withholding tax in the simplified procedure come off the gross wage. The worked example is in the minimum-wage guide under gross vs. net.
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