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Thun vs Basel

Switzerland vs Switzerland · 89 km apart

Thun

Switzerland

Fr1,301 ($1,478)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Basel

Switzerland

Fr1,461 ($1,660)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Thun	Basel	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$13.23	$14.70	Thun
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$52.92	$58.80	Thun
Cappuccino	$3.97	$4.41	Thun
Monthly groceries (single person)	$300	$333	Thun
Monthly public transport pass	$48.51	$53.90	Thun
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$128	$142	Thun
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$37.04	$41.16	Thun
Fitness club membership	$37.04	$41.16	Thun
Cinema ticket	$9.70	$10.78	Thun
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$857	$978	Thun
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$596	$680	Thun
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,788	$2,040	Thun
Total single-person budget	$1,478	$1,660	Thun
Average net salary	$5,580	$6,200

Verdict

Thun is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Thun runs about $1,478 versus $1,660 in Basel — a difference of roughly 12%.

Salary-adjusted, Basel leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Thun · Full cost of living in Basel

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thun cheaper than Basel?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,478 per month in Thun versus $1,660 in Basel — about 12% less.

How far is Thun from Basel?

The straight-line distance between Thun and Basel is approximately 89 km (55 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Thun or Basel?

The estimated average net salary is $5,580 in Thun and $6,200 in Basel. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $4,102 in Thun versus $4,540 in Basel per month.