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Zürich vs Bern

Switzerland vs Switzerland · 95 km apart

Zürich

Switzerland

Fr1,952 ($2,218)

single / month

VS

Bern

Switzerland

Fr1,461 ($1,660)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseZürichBernCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$19.11$14.70Bern
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$76.44$58.80Bern
Cappuccino$5.73$4.41Bern
Monthly groceries (single person)$433$333Bern
Monthly public transport pass$70.07$53.90Bern
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$185$142Bern
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$53.51$41.16Bern
Fitness club membership$53.51$41.16Bern
Cinema ticket$14.01$10.78Bern
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,357$978Bern
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$944$680Bern
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$2,832$2,040Bern
Total single-person budget$2,218$1,660Bern
Average net salary$8,060$6,200

Verdict

Bern is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zürich runs about $2,218 versus $1,660 in Bern — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Zürich 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 Zürich  ·  Full cost of living in Bern

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zürich cheaper than Bern?
No. Zürich costs an estimated $2,218 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Bern at $1,660.
How far is Zürich from Bern?
The straight-line distance between Zürich and Bern is approximately 95 km (59 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Zürich or Bern?
The estimated average net salary is $8,060 in Zürich and $6,200 in Bern. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $5,842 in Zürich versus $4,540 in Bern per month.