How much is the average salary in the Canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel, the median salaries are around 71 413 CHF, calculated from 10 293 salary entries of jobup.ch users. Although Neuchâtel is the capital of the canton, the largest city in Neuchâtel is La Chaux-de-Fonds. In addition to these two cities, Le Locle, Val-de-Ruz and Val-de-Travers are interesting places to look for and find a job.

What are the highest-paid industries in the Canton of Neuchâtel?

The highest paid jobs in the Canton of Neuchâtel are in the Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals sector, followed by the Utilities and finally the Information technology / Telecom industry. The cost of living is lower than in other Swiss cantons. The region is known for its watchmaking industry, a tradition that goes back more than 300 years. Moreover, it is in La Chaux-de-Fonds that Le Corbusier, one of the most famous Swiss architects, was born. Many of his buildings can still be seen here.