Switzerland
Switzerland's adventure capital nestled between two Alpine lakes, famous for paragliding, skiing, and jaw-dropping views of the Jungfrau massif.
#107 of 250
3% above average
Monthly cost, one adult
$ 1 482
Based on NYC = 100 index
Total does not include Housing — no scraped prices there (N/A)
Interlaken is the 107. most expensive of the 250 cities we track — a month here comes to $ 1 482 for one adult.
Most of that goes on restaurants, which runs 135% above the median city and adds $ 317 a month: meal at inexpensive restaurant $ 26, meal at mid-range restaurant (2 people) $ 94. It is also pricier than usual for basic grocery basket, entertainment.
Percentages compare this city against the median of all tracked cities, category by category.
44 prices on this page come from live scrapers (11 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 Interlaken, Switzerland. Data as of 2026-10-14. https://costcompass.net/living/cities/interlaken. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
| Item | Price (USD) | Observations | Last observed | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast (1kg) | 30.46 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Pork (1kg) | 20.08 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Beef (1kg) | 52.21 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Fish Fillet (1kg) | 21.41 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Deli Meat / Ham (1kg) | 42.06 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Milk (1 liter) | 2.02 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Yogurt (150g) | 1.06 / 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) | 1.92 / item | 3 | 2026-10-13 | Migros Switzerland, Aldi Suisse, Jumbo NL / Migros CH |
| Tomatoes (1kg) | 3.42 / 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) | 5.62 / 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) | 1.06 / 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 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 2.53 / liter | 1 | 2026-10-13 | National fuel price sources |
| Basic Utilities (85m2 Apt) | 96.91 / 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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