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Taxes in Switzerland Obwalden
Canton Obwalden - Tax burden and rates by canton
Tax Rate
10.5%
Effective Tax Rate
Tax Index
67.1
CH = 100
Rank
#4
of 26 Cantons
vs. CH Average
-5.2%
Corporate Tax
13.1%
Wealth Tax
0.3%
Tax Burden Example
CHF 100'000 Income, Single Person, Obwalden
Federal Tax
2.3%CHF 2'345
Cantonal Tax
5.8%CHF 4'500
Municipal Tax
3.7%CHF 2'400
Church Tax
1.1%CHF 360
Total Tax Burden
CHF 9'605(10.5%)
Tax by Income
Effective Tax Rate Obwalden, Single Person
| Income | Estimated Tax | Effective Tax Rate | Net Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHF 50'000 | CHF 4'463 | 8.9% | CHF 45'537 |
| CHF 80'000 | CHF 7'980 | 10.0% | CHF 72'020 |
| CHF 100'000 | CHF 10'500 | 10.5% | CHF 89'500 |
| CHF 150'000 | CHF 17'325 | 11.6% | CHF 132'675 |
| CHF 200'000 | CHF 25'200 | 12.6% | CHF 174'800 |
Note: Estimate excluding social contributions. Actual tax may vary.
Tax Types in Obwalden
Income Tax
The effective income tax in Obwalden is 10.5%. This is below the Swiss average of 15.7%.
Wealth Tax
The wealth tax rate is 0.3% of taxable net assets. Allowances and deductions vary by municipality.
Corporate Tax
Companies in Obwalden pay an effective corporate tax rate of approx. 13.1%. This makes the canton attractive for businesses.
Obwalden — Quick Facts
Population38'472
Tax Index67.1
Rank#4 / 26
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Sources
ESTV - Federal Tax Administration
Tax Burden 2024