This salary estimate is based on years of data collection from our partners and active user community. We also consider similar positions to calculate an estimate, including different seniority levels. We continually refine and update this data to provide the most reliable and up-to-date salary information.
Salary data is categorised by age and gender, offering insights into salary trends and differences among age groups and genders.
political scientist, Throughout Switzerland
The graph shows how the number of years working as a political scientist relates to income levels.
Individuals starting with no experience in the field can expect to earn an annual salary of CHF 57 910. The graph also shows that the highest expected salary for this profession is CHF 170 000 per year.
political scientist, Throughout Switzerland
salary progression through years of experience
The graph shows how salaries for political scientist have changed over time.
In 2019-2021, the annual median salary was CHF 80 000. From 2022-2024, the median salary reached its highest at CHF 105 500 per year.
political scientist, Throughout Switzerland
The highest paying industry for a political scientist is Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals, with an average salary of CHF 170 000 anually. Followed by Health care / Social services and Commercial operation / Skilled crafts industries. Remember that significant variations between companies within a single industry can exist.
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The top two high-paying cantons for political scientist are Aargau and Appenzell IR. Salaries vary per canton depending on the local job market and industry trends.
CHF 78 000
median salary
political scientist
