Cost of Living in Zurich

Cost of Living in Zurich 

Zurich consistently ranks among the cities with the highest living standards in Europe. Housing is usually the largest expense, followed by health insurance, taxes and everyday living costs. The examples illustrate typical monthly living costs in Zurich excluding rent.

Typical monthly expenses for individuals, couples and families relocating to Zurich

  • Typical monthly expenses excluding rent

    • Health insurance: 330 – 380 EUR
    • Public transport: 100 – 120 EUR
    • Food and groceries: 450 – 650 EUR
    • Phone, internet and utilities: 140 – 190 EUR
    • Leisure and personal expenses: 250 – 400 EUR

    Estimated monthly living cost excluding rent
    1200 – 1700 EUR

  • Typical monthly expenses excluding rent

    • Health insurance: 700 – 760 EUR
    • Food and groceries: 670 – 720 EUR
    • Public transport: 200 – 250 EUR
    • Utilities, internet, phone: 150 – 200 EUR
    • Personal spending and leisure: 450 – 650 EUR

    Estimated monthly living cost excluding rent
    2200 – 2700 EUR

  • Typical monthly expenses excluding rent

    • Health insurance: 1,050 EUR
    • Food and groceries: 820 – 870 EUR
    • Transport: 320 – 350 EUR
    • Utilities and communication: 180 – 220 EUR
    • Clothing, childcare and leisure: 400 – 600 EUR

    Estimated monthly living cost excluding rent
    2800 – 3500 EUR

  • Typical monthly expenses excluding rent

    • Health insurance: 1180 EUR
    • Food and groceries: 1000 – 1150 EUR
    • Transport: 330 – 350 EUR
    • Utilities and communication: 200 – 250 EUR
    • Personal and childcare expenses: 500 – 800 EUR

    Estimated monthly living cost excluding rent
    3200 – 4200 EUR

  • Typical monthly expenses excluding rent

    • Health insurance: 1300 EUR
    • Food and groceries: 1200 – 1300 EUR
    • Transport: 340 – 360 EUR
    • Utilities and communication: 210 – 260 EUR
    • Personal expenses and childcare: 600 – 900 EUR

    Estimated monthly living cost excluding rent
    3700 – 4700 EUR

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