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Bern Tops Swiss Salary Satisfaction Despite Not Having Highest Pay

Bern employees are happiest with their salaries, even though they don't earn the most. The DACH region's salary satisfaction varies greatly, with high salaries not always guaranteeing contentment.

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Bern Tops Swiss Salary Satisfaction Despite Not Having Highest Pay

Swiss employees' salary satisfaction varies significantly across cities, with Bern topping the list despite not having the highest salaries. A kununu study reveals interesting trends in the DACH region. Bern employees are the most satisfied with their salaries, with a 57% satisfaction rate. This is surprising as Zurich and Basel, cities with higher average salaries of 88,605 CHF and 80,272 CHF respectively, have lower satisfaction rates of 53% and 51%. In Bern, the average salary is 87,095 CHF. Across the DACH region, cities like Linz, Stuttgart, and Bonn show high satisfaction despite not having the highest salaries. In Switzerland, salaries vary significantly by location and are generally high compared to the international average. The cost of living, particularly in Zurich, may impact salary satisfaction. Bern employees are most satisfied with their salaries despite not earning the most. The DACH region shows varied satisfaction rates, with high salaries not always guaranteeing contentment. The Swiss salary landscape is complex, influenced by location and cost of living.

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