Switzerland
Cost of Living in Geneva
Monthly Total
$5,547
$97,073
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,475
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$102
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
$2,475
$43,313
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$312
$5,460
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$335
$5,863
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$456
$7,980
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$840
$14,700
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$458
$8,015
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$607
$10,623
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$64
$1,120
Monthly Total
$5,547
$97,073
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