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Tax rate comparison Swiss premium municipalities

Compare tax rates across 28 leading Swiss municipalities. Sort and filter by region, canton and availability of lump-sum taxation.

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Municipalities Data as of 2026
Municipality Canton Region Tax rate Villa CHF/m² Lump-sum taxation
Disclaimer: Tax rates shown are municipal rates for 2026, expressed as a percentage of the cantonal tax rate. Your total tax bill includes federal, cantonal and municipal taxes on income and wealth. The estimate is a simplified calculation based on the municipal rate and is not binding. Consult a tax adviser for an exact calculation.

Frequently asked questions

Which municipalities have the lowest tax rate?
Some of the lowest rates are in Central Switzerland: Feusisberg (SZ) at 55%, Baar (ZG) at 56%, and Wollerau (SZ) and Zug (ZG) at 60%. These municipalities pair low taxes with sought-after lakeside locations.
Is flat-rate taxation possible in all premium municipalities?
Available in: VS, GR, VD, TI, BE, LU, OW, NW, FR, JU, SG. Not available in: ZH, BL, BS, SH, AR, AI. ZG/SZ/GE have technical possibilities, but rarely use them.
How does the tax impact the real estate decision?
With CHF 30 million in wealth and CHF 1 million in income, moving to a lower-tax municipality could save CHF 100,000–300,000 a year. The decision should also take account of Lex Koller, schools, public transport and lifestyle.

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