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Cost of living
in Bern.

Living in Bern, Switzerland costs about $3,600/month all-in for one person, and roughly $8,280/month for a family of four. That is cheaper than 2% of the 310 cities we track, and about 8% below New York.

Last updated August 2026 · How we calculate this

Single person, all-in $3,600/mo
Rent (studio)$1,620
Food & groceries$792
Utilities & internet$360
Transport$288
Fun & everything else$540
Family of four$8,280/mo
How it ranks

Cheaper than 2% of the 310 cities we track.

About 8% cheaper than New York.

Population 122k
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Figures are average all-in monthly costs for one person, in USD — estimates for guidance, not a personal budget. The breakdown is a typical split of the total. Convert to your currency →

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Living in Bern — FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Bern?

A single person needs roughly $3,600/month all-in in Bern, Switzerland — rent, food, transport and utilities. A family of four runs closer to $8,280/month.

Is Bern expensive?

Bern is cheaper than 2% of the 310 cities we track, and about 8% cheaper than New York.

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🇬🇧 London $3,600🇨🇭 Lausanne $3,700🇮🇱 Tel Aviv $3,400🇺🇸 Boston $3,400🇨🇭 Basel $3,900🇺🇸 New York $3,900🇺🇸 San Francisco $3,900🇺🇸 Honolulu $3,300

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🇨🇭 Lausanne $3,700🇨🇭 Basel $3,900🇨🇭 Geneva $4,100🇨🇭 Zurich $4,200