Switzerland
Cost of Living in Zurich
Monthly Total
$5,757
$100,748
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,519
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$108
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
$2,519
$44,083
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$295
$5,163
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$338
$5,915
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$420
$7,350
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$960
$16,800
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$495
$8,663
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$679
$11,883
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$51
$893
Monthly Total
$5,757
$100,748
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