Switzerland
Cost of Living in Lucerne
Monthly Total
$5,252
$91,910
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,086
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$106
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
$2,086
$36,505
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$275
$4,813
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$325
$5,688
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$528
$9,240
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$990
$17,325
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$436
$7,630
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$564
$9,870
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$48
$840
Monthly Total
$5,252
$91,910
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