Experimental statistics: Marked differences in income after apprenticeship

Neuchâtel, 29.06.2021 - Five and a half years after finishing their three or four-year apprenticeship, certificate holders have a median gross monthly income of CHF 5 270 for a full-time job. Large differences exist between the different fields of education and training. Income is highest in the field of ‘Information and communication technologies’ (CHF 6370), but less than CHF 5000 in ‘Wholesale and retail trade’ or in ‘Personal services’, according to previously unpublished results from the Federal Statistical Office (FSO).

This press release and further information on this topic can be found on the FSO website (see link below).


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