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Tax multipliers in the canton of Obwalden 2026

In 2026 the canton of Obwalden levies a multiplier of 325. Commune multipliers range from 386 (Sarnen) to 525 (Lungern), with a median of 470. Since 2016, 3 communes have lowered their multiplier and 1 have raised it.

Canton multiplier
325
2026
Lowest commune multiplier
386
Sarnen
Highest commune multiplier
525
Lungern
Median of communes
470
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Multipliers compare only within a canton: each canton applies them to its own base tariff. Between cantons, the tax amount in francs is what counts.

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Canton Median of communes

All communes

CommuneMultiplier 20262016ChangeChurch (Prot.)
Sarnen386406−2054
Engelberg465485−200
Kerns470470±054
Sachseln470445+2554
Alpnach485485±054
Giswil485500−1554
Lungern525525±054

Frequently asked questions

What is the tax multiplier?

The multiplier is a factor: the canton and the commune levy a multiple (mostly in percent) of the simple tax given by the cantonal tariff. A lower multiplier means lower tax on the same income, but only within the same canton.

Where is the multiplier lowest?

See the table, sorted by multiplier, lowest first.

Can multipliers be compared between cantons?

No. Each canton has its own base tariff. For comparisons across cantons, the tax comparison shows the tax in francs for every commune.

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Source: FTA, tax calculator (multipliers of cantons and communes). swisstaxcalculator.estv.admin.ch