Switzerland
Cost of Living in Basel
Monthly Total
$4,896
$85,680
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,763
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$104
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,763
$30,853
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$329
$5,758
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$328
$5,740
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$360
$6,300
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$960
$16,800
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$469
$8,208
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$627
$10,973
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$60
$1,050
Monthly Total
$4,896
$85,680
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