Zurich, Switzerland

In 2026, a single person living in Zurich needs approximately CHF 3,954/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around CHF 7,296/month. Zurich is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Zurich costs approximately CHF 2,684/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around CHF 4,748/month. Rent has changed +1.4% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Zurich are approximately CHF 640 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Zurich costs CHF 100 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Zurich average CHF 232 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Zurich is located in Switzerland (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of CHF 2,684/month and total single-person expenses around CHF 3,954/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Zurich costs approximately CHF 37 in 2026. Budget around CHF 297/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Zurich from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 17.3% over this period (from CHF 2,288 in 2022 to CHF 2,684 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Zurich in 2026, a single person needs approximately CHF 3,954/month. This covers rent (CHF 2,684), groceries (CHF 640), transport (CHF 100), utilities (CHF 232) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around CHF 7,296/month.