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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