Gender equality – Data, indicatorsWages in the private sector

On average, women’s wages are much lower than men’s. The standardised gross monthly wage (median) of women in the private sector was 5176 francs in 2010 and that of men 6346 francs. This represents a wage gap of 18.4%. Wages for both men and women have risen since 1994. The wage gap between men and women is gradually getting smaller.