Switzerland
An elegant, international city on the shores of Lake Geneva, home to the UN and Red Cross. Known for its multicultural atmosphere, luxury watches, and stunning Alpine views.
#3 of 250
203% above average
Monthly cost, one adult
$ 4 357
Based on NYC = 100 index
Geneva is the 3. most expensive of the 250 cities we track — a month here comes to $ 4 357 for one adult.
Most of that goes on housing, which runs 165% above the median city and adds $ 1 719 a month: 1br apartment (city center) $ 2 641, 1br apartment (outside center) $ 2 881. It is also pricier than usual for restaurants, transportation.
Percentages compare this city against the median of all tracked cities, category by category.
49 prices on this page come from live scrapers (13 sources, observed September 16, 2026 to October 13, 2026). They are free to reuse under CC BY 4.0: credit CostCompass and link this page.
CostCompass (2026). Cost of living in Geneva, Switzerland. Data as of 2026-10-14. https://costcompass.net/living/cities/geneva. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
| Item | Price (USD) | Observations | Last observed | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1BR Apartment (City Center) | 2,640.91 / month | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Immobilier.ch |
| 1BR Apartment (Outside Center) | 2,880.99 / month | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Immobilier.ch |
| 3BR Apartment (city-wide) | 4,801.65 / month | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Immobilier.ch |
| Chicken Breast (1kg) | 29.99 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH, Migros Switzerland |
| Pork (1kg) | 20.71 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH, Migros Switzerland |
| Beef (1kg) | 54.28 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH, Migros Switzerland |
| Fish Fillet (1kg) | 21.08 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH, Migros Switzerland |
| Deli Meat / Ham (1kg) | 38.82 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Milk (1 liter) | 2.00 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Yogurt (150g) | 0.99 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Cheese (1kg) | 9.02 / item | 2 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse |
| Butter (200g) | 4.15 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Eggs (12) | 6.83 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Bread (500g) | 1.70 / item | 2 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse |
| Bread Roll (1pc) | 2.70 / item | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Pasta (500g) | 1.94 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Rice (1kg) | 2.34 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Oats (500g) | 1.40 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 1.85 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Tomatoes (1kg) | 3.49 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Bell Peppers (1kg) | 4.51 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Carrots (1kg) | 2.39 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Onions (1kg) | 1.98 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Garlic (1kg) | 6.03 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 2.60 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Apples (1kg) | 3.23 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Banana (1kg) | 2.99 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Oranges (1kg) | 2.06 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Lentils (1kg) | 5.67 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Canned Tomatoes (400g) | 1.42 / item | 2 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse |
| Sunflower Oil (1L) | 4.82 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Flour (1kg) | 2.24 / item | 2 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse |
| Sugar (1kg) | 1.96 / item | 2 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse |
| Coffee (250g) | 4.76 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Water (1.5 liter) | 1.04 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Orange Juice (1L) | 3.13 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Monthly Transit Pass | 84.03 / month | 1 | 2026-10-13 | City Transit Fares (browser) |
| One-way Ticket | 3.60 / trip | 1 | 2026-10-13 | City Transit Fares (browser) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 2.53 / liter | 1 | 2026-10-13 | National fuel price sources |
| Basic Utilities (85m2 Apt) | 85.64 / month | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Official Electricity Tariffs |
| Mobile Plan (10GB+) | 35.95 / month | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Telecom Operator Prices |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | 59.96 / month | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Telecom Operator Prices |
| Cinema Ticket | 18.01 / ticket | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Cinema Ticket Prices |
| Cold Medicine (6 days) | 2.88 / item | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Online Pharmacies (API) |
| Antibiotics (12 doses) | 10.55 / item | 1 | 2026-10-13 | Official Drug Price Lists |
| Jeans (Levis or Similar) | 80.46 / item | 2 | 2026-10-13 | AboutYou & local fashion e-shops, H&M |
| Summer Dress (Chain Store) | 78.18 / item | 2 | 2026-10-13 | AboutYou & local fashion e-shops, H&M |
| Running Shoes (Nike, Adidas) | 228.02 / pair | 1 | 2026-10-13 | AboutYou & local fashion e-shops |
| Business Shoes (Leather) | 233.99 / pair | 1 | 2026-10-13 | AboutYou & local fashion e-shops |
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