Switzerland
Cost of Living in Bern
Monthly Total
$4,580
$80,150
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,627
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$98
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
$1,627
$28,473
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$281
$4,918
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$314
$5,495
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$336
$5,880
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$960
$16,800
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$443
$7,753
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$574
$10,045
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$44
$770
Monthly Total
$4,580
$80,150
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