Canton of Zurich
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Zurich at a glance
Zurich is Switzerland's largest city and the capital of the canton of the same name. It lies at the northern end of Lake Zurich, where the Limmat leaves the lake, and is divided into 12 districts (Kreise) and 34 quarters. The official language is German – day to day you will hear Swiss German – and with a large international community, English is widely heard too. Most residents rent their home, so typical small jobs revolve around the flat: regular cleaning, end-of-tenancy cleaning, help on moving day, furniture assembly, dog walking or tutoring for the children. ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich also bring many students to the city. In the city, the customary dates for ending a tenancy are 31 March and 30 September, unless your lease says otherwise.
- Canton
- Zurich
- Languages spoken
- German
- Districts and neighbourhoods
- Old Town (Altstadt), Enge, Seefeld, Wiedikon, Aussersihl (Kreis 4), Industriequartier (Kreis 5), Wipkingen, Höngg, Oerlikon, Altstetten
Good to know: Zurich
- City of Zurich: the customary termination dates are 31 March and 30 September, with three months' notice. Your lease prevails; if in doubt, ask the local conciliation authority. Source: mieterverband.ch
- The City of Zurich's own minimum wage (CHF 23.90 per hour) was upheld by the Federal Supreme Court in May 2026 but is not yet in force. The city will announce the start date at least six months in advance. Until then, household work is covered by the federal NAV minimum: CHF 20.35 gross per hour from an average of 5 hours a week with the same employer. Source: stadt-zuerich.ch
Indicative prices
- Private cleaner (household as employer)CHF 29–35 per hour
Source: myky (quitt. data) · As of March 2026
- Moving company, 3 to 3.5-room flat (about 3 helpers, 5 hours)CHF 700–1'500 per job
Source: Ofri · As of 17 June 2024
- Carpenter (tradesperson, for comparison)CHF 80–130 per hour
Source: renovero · As of 1 September 2026
- Private garden helper (household as employer)CHF 30–40 per hour
Source: myky · As of 5 April 2026
- Furniture assembly by a company, per jobCHF 165–400 per job
Source: Ofri · As of 17 January 2023
- Babysitter aged 16–25, up to 2 children (Swiss Red Cross recommendation)CHF 11–18 per hour
Source: Swiss Red Cross, via swissmom · As of 15 January 2025
Indicative prices, varying by region and provider. Legal minimum wages and social contributions may apply on top.
You set the price, in line with minimum wages.
For household work, the federal standard employment contract (NAV Hauswirtschaft) sets a 2026 minimum wage of CHF 20.35 gross per hour (unskilled, excluding holiday pay). It applies from an average of 5 hours per week with the same employer, and not in the canton of Geneva. Source: seco.admin.ch
Check the rules for your canton and municipality.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a cleaner cost in Zurich?
As a guide for Switzerland: Private cleaner (household as employer), CHF 29–35 per hour (source: myky (quitt. data), as of March 2026). These prices are indicative and vary by region and provider: you set the price, in line with minimum wages.How much does moving help cost in Zurich?
As a guide for Switzerland: Moving company, 3 to 3.5-room flat (about 3 helpers, 5 hours), CHF 700–1'500 per job (source: Ofri, as of 17 June 2024). These prices are indicative and vary by region and provider: you set the price, in line with minimum wages.Do I have to pay AHV if I pay a cleaner in Zurich?
In general, a private household that pays someone for household work – such as cleaning, babysitting, gardening, homework help or helping older people – is their employer and must settle AHV/IV/EO contributions from the first franc. It must also insure them against accidents with an approved insurer (not Suva). Workpop does not do this for you: check your obligations with your cantonal AHV compensation office.What are the customary moving dates in Zurich?
City of Zurich: the customary termination dates are 31 March and 30 September, with three months' notice. Your lease prevails; if in doubt, ask the local conciliation authority. Source: mieterverband.ch.How much does it cost to post a job in Zurich?
Nothing: posting a job on Workpop is currently free, with no commission. You agree the price directly with the person who helps you, in line with minimum wages.
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