Which of these is one of the most important cantonal and municipal taxes?
Was gehört zu den wichtigsten Kantonssteuern und Gemeindesteuern?
Correct answer: D
- A Withholding taxVerrechnungssteuer
- B Alcohol taxAlkoholsteuer
- C Customs dutiesZölle
- D Income taxEinkommenssteuer
Why
Income tax on wages is the most important source of revenue for the canton and the municipality.
Common mistakes
- A: Withholding tax
- Withholding tax on interest is levied by the Confederation.
- B: Alcohol tax
- Alcohol tax is levied by the Confederation.
- C: Customs duties
- Customs duties are a matter for the Confederation.
Topic
In Switzerland, the Confederation, the canton and the municipality levy taxes. The most important taxes for the canton and the municipality are income tax and wealth tax. You pay income tax on your wages and other income. You pay wealth tax on savings and property, for example a house.
Canton and municipality of Zurich
Offices, school and social services
Sources
Last checked: September 2026
Question 197 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.