Cost of Living in Geneva, Switzerland

Geneva has a cost of living index of 125/100 (New York = 100). It is 25% more expensive than New York. Data sourced live via AI — updated regularly.

125/100
Cost Index
$9,000/mo
Median Income
82/100
Safety Index
temperate continental
Climate

Cost Breakdown by Category

HousingScore: 85/100
1-Bed Apartment (City Center)$3,090/month
1-Bed Apartment (Outside Center)$1,935/month
3-Bed Apartment (City Center)$5,813/month
Food & GroceriesScore: 75/100
Milk (1 liter)$2.19/liter
Bread (500g loaf)$3.48/loaf
Rice (1 kg)$3.5/kg
Dining OutScore: 75/100
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant$19.35/meal
Meal for 2 (Mid-Range)$77.4/meal
McMeal at McDonald's$11.61/meal
TransportationScore: 68/100
Monthly Transit Pass$103/month
One-Way Ticket$2.9/trip
Taxi (1 km)$1.94/km
UtilitiesScore: 62/100
Basic (Elec, Heat, Water, Garbage) 85m2$258/month
Internet (60+ Mbps)$58/month
Mobile Plan (10GB+)$39/month
HealthcareScore: 72/100
Doctor Visit (15 min)$103/visit
Dentist Visit$129/visit
Prescription Medicine (avg)$19/course
EntertainmentScore: 68/100
Cinema Ticket (1 seat)$15.48/ticket
Theater Ticket$51.6/ticket
Museum Entry$19.35/ticket
FitnessScore: 65/100
Gym Membership (monthly)$58.05/month
Tennis Court Rent (1 hr)$25.81/hour
Swimming Pool (adult entry)$10.32/entry
Personal CareScore: 65/100
Haircut (Men)$25.81/cut
Haircut (Women)$51.6/cut
Shampoo (400ml)$6.45/bottle
ClothingScore: 72/100
Jeans (Levi's or similar)$83.85/pair
Summer Dress (Zara/H&M)$51.6/piece
Running Shoes (Nike/Adidas)$116.1/pair

Digital Nomad Profile

95 Mbps
Internet Speed
$350
Coworking/Month
excellent
Café WiFi
high
English Level
growing
Nomad Community
78/100
Walkability

Best neighborhoods: Old Town (Vieille Ville), Carouge, Les Pâquis

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geneva cheap to live in?

Geneva has a cost of living index of 125/100, where New York = 100. It is 25% more expensive than New York. A single person can live comfortably for approximately $2,500–$3,500 per month.

How much does rent cost in Geneva?

A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center of Geneva costs approximately $3,090/month. Outside the center, expect to pay around $1,935/month.

Is Geneva good for digital nomads?

Geneva has a growing digital nomad community. Average internet speed is 95 Mbps, café wifi reliability is excellent, and coworking spaces run about $350/month. English proficiency is high.

What is the average salary in Geneva?

The median net monthly salary in Geneva is approximately $9,000 USD. The income tax rate is around 22%.

How does Geneva compare to New York for cost of living?

Geneva (cost index 125) is 25% more expensive than New York (cost index 100).

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