Withholding tax canton of Schaffhausen 2026
Calculate withholding tax in the canton of Schaffhausen — by tariff code, number of children and church tax, with the official FTA tariffs 2026.
| Effective tax rate | 9.2% |
| Withholding tax per year | CHF 7'176.00 |
| Net salary per month | CHF 5'902.00 |
Tariff code A0N · monthly gross salary as the basis
Withholding tax in the canton of Schaffhausen
Schaffhausen actively uses its border location with Germany and employs many cross-border commuters. For withholding tax the monthly model applies, the tariffs come with and without church tax. Schaffhausen’s moderate tax level — clearly below the city of Zurich — is reflected in comparatively favourable rates.
Key facts 2026
| Calculation model | monthly model |
| Church tax | with and without church tax |
| Tariff codes | A, B, C, H |
| Example: CHF 6'000/month (single) | CHF 517 (8.6%) |
| Example: CHF 8'000/month (single) | CHF 864 (10.8%) |
| Example: CHF 10'000/month (single) | CHF 1'287 (12.9%) |
Withholding tax in Schaffhausen in practice
Schaffhausen lies almost entirely north of the Rhine and is surrounded by Germany on three sides — no other canton is so closely interwoven with the neighbouring border region. Industry and logistics employ many cross-border commuters, while residents of the canton are taxed under the ordinary tariffs. Short travel times to Zurich also make Schaffhausen attractive to commuters.
What the tariff code changes in Schaffhausen
CHF 8'000 gross salary per month in the canton of Schaffhausen, six family situations — under the SH tariff 2026:
| Situation | Code | Withholding tax |
|---|---|---|
| Single, no children | A0N | CHF 864.00 |
| Married, single earner, no children | B0N | CHF 532.80 |
| Married, single earner, two children | B2N | CHF 284.00 |
| Married, dual earners, no children | C0N | CHF 830.40 |
| Married, dual earners, two children | C2N | CHF 612.00 |
| Single parent, one child | H1N | CHF 439.20 |
Spread in Schaffhausen: CHF 425 per month at an identical salary — CHF 5'098 over a year. Check the code on your payslip.
How the rate climbs with the salary
Single, no children, tariff A0N, canton of Schaffhausen:
| Gross salary / month | Rate | Withholding tax |
|---|---|---|
| CHF 4'000 | 5.7% | CHF 228.40 |
| CHF 6'000 | 8.6% | CHF 516.60 |
| CHF 8'000 | 10.8% | CHF 864.00 |
| CHF 12'000 | 14.3% | CHF 1'718.40 |
| CHF 16'000 | 17.1% | CHF 2'728.00 |
The salary quadruples; withholding tax in Schaffhausen rises from CHF 228 to CHF 2'728 — the rate from 5.7% to 17.1%.
Schaffhausen against the other cantons
At CHF 8'000 gross per month (single, no children, no church tax), Schaffhausen sits at rank 10 of 26, counting from the cheapest canton to the most expensive.
- Cheapest canton: Zug at CHF 338.40 per month (CHF 526 less than in Schaffhausen)
- Most expensive canton: Neuchâtel at CHF 1'234.40 per month (CHF 370 more than in Schaffhausen)
- Schaffhausen: CHF 864.00 per month, or CHF 10'368 a year.
Every canton side by side: withholding tax comparison. Paid too much? A tariff correction or subsequent ordinary assessment with the Schaffhausen tax administration runs until 31 March of the following year — the guidewithholding tax or ordinary assessment explains how.
Frequently asked questions
Under which model is withholding tax calculated in the canton of Schaffhausen?
The canton of Schaffhausen calculates under the monthly model. The tariffs include cantonal, municipal and federal tax and are published with and without church tax. The gross salary is decisive; for your salary, use the calculator above.
How high is withholding tax in Schaffhausen at CHF 8'000 per month?
A single person without children pays in Schaffhausen, at CHF 8'000 gross monthly salary, about CHF 864 withholding tax (10.8% effective). With children, married or with church tax the rate shifts — the calculator above shows your case.
Is withholding tax in Schaffhausen relevant for cross-border commuters?
Cross-border commuters from Germany are treated under the cross-border tariffs. For people taxed at source resident in the canton, the ordinary tariffs A/B/C/H apply — here Schaffhausen’s moderate tax level works favourably on the deduction.
What is the difference between a cross-border commuter and a newcomer in Schaffhausen?
A cross-border commuter keeps their residence in Germany and travels to work — the commuter rules of the double-taxation treaty apply to them. Anyone who moves their residence to Switzerland is instead taxed under the ordinary A/B/C/H tariffs shown by the calculator above.
Ordinary income tax in the canton of Schaffhausen: tax calculator Schaffhausen. Social-security contributions on the salary: salary calculator. All cantons:withholding tax calculator.
Sources: 2026 withholding-tax tariffs:FTA / tax administration of the canton of Schaffhausen. The tariff content is the canton's responsibility. Methodology: methodology.
Last updated: 13.07.2026 · 2026 data