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Zurich, Switzerland 🇨🇭
#970
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Nomad Score:
63%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$2,200.00
$3,500.00
$180.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals such as Airbnb or serviced apartments |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$180.00
$220.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$60.00
$90.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and occasional Wi-Fi usage |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$550.00
$900.00
$15.00
|
Minimal groceries, mostly snacks or small purchases |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$100.00
$150.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost for public transport passes or occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$250.00
$1,200.00
$60.00
|
Daily average for 2-3 meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$100.00
$250.00
$20.00
|
Daily average for museums, tours, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$450.00
$600.00
$0.00
|
Tourists typically use travel insurance separately |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average for expat residence permits and legal services |
| Total |
$3,890.00
$7,060.00
$290.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$2,300.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$7.00
Price for a pint in a mid-range bar; can be higher in tourist areas.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$20.00
Typical price for a casual dining meal; varies by neighborhood.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$12.00
Standard fast food combo meal price.
per meal