Swiss salaries are a lot more attractive than what physiotherapists earn in most European countries. We’d love to tell you more about what to expect.
Salary as a starting physiotherapist
As a recently graduated physiotherapist, you start in Switzerland with a gross monthly salary of between €5,500 and €6,000. On an annual basis, that’s roughly €70,000, and on top of that you receive a 13th month! Compare that to starting salaries elsewhere in Europe: around €15,000–€17,500 in Slovakia, Hungary, or Poland, €22,500 in Greece, or €25,000–€31,000 in Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium.
Gross annual salary starting physiotherapist
Growing in salary
Of course, your salary grows with your experience. You can count on approximately €100 gross per month per year of experience. With 10 years of experience, you are therefore already on a good annual salary of around €85,000 (excluding that happy 13th month).
Where in Switzerland do you earn the most as a physio?
Your salary does not only depend on your experience and training. The place where you work also makes a difference. In cantons such as Zurich and Lucerne, salaries are somewhat higher than in Tessin and Waadt. Good to take into account when choosing your new workplace!
But isn't life super expensive?
We often get the question: "Nice those high salaries, but isn't everything much more expensive in Switzerland?" Yes, the cost of living is higher than in most European countries. But here's the good news: if you manage your money well, you can easily save between €1,300 and €2,000 a month! That not only means a great salary, but also space to save for your dreams and ambitions.
Ready for your Swiss adventure?
Are you enthusiastic about these numbers? And are you ready to boost your career and savings account? Then check out our open vacancies or just get in touch with us directly. We'd love to tell you more about everything Switzerland has to offer!
