Who is first in Zug?
Oberägeri currently offers the lowest taxes in Canton Zug. For singles earning 80,000 CHF (single_80k), it ties with Baar and Risch at 7.6%. For couples and families, Oberägeri takes a slight lead at 11.3% and 10.3%.
Source: Wikimedia Commons, Switzerland Locator Map ZG.svg.
The tax differences in Zug are small. That's exactly why this ranking helps: it shows the actual numbers without exaggerating the gaps.
Top 5 in the canton
- Oberägeri: 7.6%, 11.3%, 10.3%, multiplier 55.
- Baar: 7.6%, 11.4%, 10.4%, multiplier 57.
- Risch: 7.6%, 11.4%, 10.4%, multiplier 57.
- Cham: 7.7%, 11.5%, 10.4%, multiplier 58.
- Steinhausen: 7.7%, 11.5%, 10.5%, multiplier 59.
The ties at the top matter. Three municipalities share the best rate for singles. Oberägeri leads for couples and families, but barely.
Source: Wikimedia Commons, City of zug oldtown aerial view 老镇.jpg.
What the spread means in practice
The spread across the entire canton is minimal. The gap between the cheapest and most expensive municipality is only 0.3 percentage points for singles, 0.5 for couples, and 0.4 for families.
In practice, you can use these numbers to build a shortlist. Taxes won't make the final decision for you. Once you narrow it down to Oberägeri, Baar, or Risch, your choice will likely depend on housing prices, commute times, and where you actually want to live.
When to use the official calculator
We provide the ranking to get you started. Once you're ready to sign a lease, always verify your exact tax bill using the official cantonal calculator.
