Switzerland
Cost of Living in Lugano
Monthly Total
$4,764
$83,370
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,582
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
$1,582
$27,685
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$326
$5,705
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$318
$5,565
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$432
$7,560
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$1,080
$18,900
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$432
$7,560
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$554
$9,695
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$40
$700
Monthly Total
$4,764
$83,370
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