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Taxes in Switzerland Nidwalden
Canton Nidwalden - Tax burden and rates by canton
Tax Rate
10.1%
Effective Tax Rate
Tax Index
64.5
CH = 100
Rank
#3
of 26 Cantons
vs. CH Average
-5.6%
Corporate Tax
12.9%
Wealth Tax
0.2%
Tax Burden Example
CHF 100'000 Income, Single Person, Nidwalden
Federal Tax
2.3%CHF 2'345
Cantonal Tax
5.6%CHF 4'250
Municipal Tax
3.5%CHF 2'300
Church Tax
1.0%CHF 340
Total Tax Burden
CHF 9'235(10.1%)
Tax by Income
Effective Tax Rate Nidwalden, Single Person
| Income | Estimated Tax | Effective Tax Rate | Net Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHF 50'000 | CHF 4'293 | 8.6% | CHF 45'707 |
| CHF 80'000 | CHF 7'676 | 9.6% | CHF 72'324 |
| CHF 100'000 | CHF 10'100 | 10.1% | CHF 89'900 |
| CHF 150'000 | CHF 16'665 | 11.1% | CHF 133'335 |
| CHF 200'000 | CHF 24'240 | 12.1% | CHF 175'760 |
Note: Estimate excluding social contributions. Actual tax may vary.
Tax Types in Nidwalden
Income Tax
The effective income tax in Nidwalden is 10.1%. This is below the Swiss average of 15.7%.
Wealth Tax
The wealth tax rate is 0.2% of taxable net assets. Allowances and deductions vary by municipality.
Corporate Tax
Companies in Nidwalden pay an effective corporate tax rate of approx. 12.9%. This makes the canton attractive for businesses.
Nidwalden — Quick Facts
Population43'520
Tax Index64.5
Rank#3 / 26
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Sources
ESTV - Federal Tax Administration
Tax Burden 2024