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Cost of living
in Zurich.

Living in Zurich, Switzerland costs about $4,200/month all-in for one person, and roughly $9,660/month for a family of four. That is cheaper than 0% of the 310 cities we track.

Last updated August 2026 · How we calculate this

Single person, all-in $4,200/mo
Rent (studio)$1,890
Food & groceries$924
Utilities & internet$420
Transport$336
Fun & everything else$630
Family of four$9,660/mo
How it ranks

Cheaper than 0% of the 310 cities we track.

About 8% pricier than New York.

Population 415k
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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 Zurich — FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Zurich?

A single person needs roughly $4,200/month all-in in Zurich, Switzerland — rent, food, transport and utilities. A family of four runs closer to $9,660/month.

Is Zurich expensive?

Zurich is cheaper than 0% of the 310 cities we track.

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🇨🇭 Geneva $4,100🇨🇭 Basel $3,900🇺🇸 New York $3,900🇺🇸 San Francisco $3,900🇨🇭 Lausanne $3,700🇬🇧 London $3,600🇨🇭 Bern $3,600🇮🇱 Tel Aviv $3,400

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