Zurich, Switzerland

In 2022, a single person living in Zurich needs approximately CHF 3,370/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around CHF 6,220/month. Zurich is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Zurich costs approximately CHF 2,288/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around CHF 4,048/month.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Zurich are approximately CHF 546 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Zurich costs CHF 85 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Zurich average CHF 198 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Zurich is located in Switzerland (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of CHF 2,288/month and total single-person expenses around CHF 3,370/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Zurich costs approximately CHF 32 in 2022. Budget around CHF 253/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 2022, a single person needs approximately CHF 3,370/month. This covers rent (CHF 2,288), groceries (CHF 546), transport (CHF 85), utilities (CHF 198) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around CHF 6,220/month.