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The Household Budget Survey (HBS)
The purpose of the Household Budget Survey is to gather detailed data on the household budget of the resident population in Switzerland.

Since January 1st 2000, the survey has been conducted on a continuous basis. This month, as usual, about 250 households, randomly selected from the register of private telephone numbers, are taking part. Participation is not obligatory but the contribution of every single household chosen is very important.

For a whole month, participating households make a note in the survey questionnaires of all income and expenditure. They receive advice from experienced specialists by telephone.

The fact sheet gives a brief outline of the different aspects of the Household Budget Survey.
Fact sheet

Use of the data gathered is governed by the data protection act. Data is treated confidentially and anonymously and is used exclusively for statistical purposes.
Legal basis 

The HBS is based on methodological principles and definitions which comply with international standards. 
Methodological principles

A look at the survey documents gives a tangible picture of how the survey is conducted.

Survey documents

The results of previous years can be seen on the internet.
Results

Further links

Please contact Mr Bolliger for further information: Telephone: 0041 32 713 68 11