Zurich, Switzerland

In 2025, a single person living in Zurich needs approximately CHF 3,899/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around CHF 7,196/month. Zurich is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Zurich costs approximately CHF 2,647/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around CHF 4,683/month. Rent has changed +1.8% vs 2024.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Zurich are approximately CHF 631 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Zurich costs CHF 99 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Zurich average CHF 229 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Zurich is located in Switzerland (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of CHF 2,647/month and total single-person expenses around CHF 3,899/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Zurich costs approximately CHF 37 in 2025. Budget around CHF 293/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 2025, a single person needs approximately CHF 3,899/month. This covers rent (CHF 2,647), groceries (CHF 631), transport (CHF 99), utilities (CHF 229) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around CHF 7,196/month.