Switzerland
Cost of Living in Lausanne
Monthly Total
$5,157
$90,248
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,037
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
$2,037
$35,648
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$335
$5,863
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$316
$5,530
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$372
$6,510
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$960
$16,800
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$465
$8,138
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$619
$10,833
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$54
$945
Monthly Total
$5,157
$90,248
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