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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