Salary Increases Switzerland 2026

January 10, 2026

Salary Trends 2026. Average increase rates by sector and how to negotiate effectively.

Salary Increases 2026: Trends and Negotiation

Average increases 2026: +2.8% according to OFS. IT/finance: +3.5-4%. Retail/services: +1.5-2%.

Marc, a developer, negotiated +12% by changing employers (vs +3% by staying). Mobility = best strategy for rapid increase.

Rates By Sector 2026

IT: +3.5% Finance: +4% Pharma: +3% Services: +2% Retail: +1.5%

How to Negotiate

Research market salaries (Glassdoor, our guide)
List concrete achievements
Ask for +10-15% above
Accept +5-8%

Thomas prepared a file with figures, successful projects, certifications. Obtained +9% vs +3% standard.

Key Points

Inflation 2026: +1.9%. Increase <2% = loss of purchasing power. Negotiate a minimum of +3% or change employer. Professional mobility yields +10-15% vs +2-3% loyalty.

Resources

OFS Salaires - Official statistics
Comparis Salaires - Comparator

Calculateur salaire - Calculate the impact of the increase Salaires Zurich - Sector benchmarks

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