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Cost of Living in Sankt Gallen

Sankt Gallen, Sankt Gallen, Switzerland · Population 78,863

▼ -6% vs Switzerland average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Fr1,461 ($1,660)
Couple, monthlyFr2,672 ($3,037)
Family of four, monthlyFr3,532 ($4,014)

Estimated Prices in Sankt Gallen

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFr12.94 ($14.70)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFr51.74 ($58.80)per meal
CappuccinoFr3.88 ($4.41)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Fr293 ($333)per month
Monthly public transport passFr47.43 ($53.90)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFr125 ($142)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Fr36.22 ($41.16)per month
Fitness club membershipFr36.22 ($41.16)per month
Cinema ticketFr9.49 ($10.78)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFr860 ($978)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFr598 ($680)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFr1,795 ($2,040)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Sankt Gallen is Fr5,456 ($6,200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Fr1,461 ($1,660) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Fr1,899 ($2,158) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Fr598 ($680)) represents about 41% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Wittenbach

5 km away · Sankt Gallen

Herisau

9 km away · Appenzell Ausserrhoden

Goldach

9 km away · Sankt Gallen

Gossau

10 km away · Sankt Gallen

Appenzell

11 km away · Appenzell Innerrhoden

Rorschach

11 km away · Sankt Gallen

Arbon

11 km away · Thurgau

Flawil

14 km away · Sankt Gallen

Other Major Cities in Switzerland

Zürich

Zürich · pop. 452,421

Fr1,952 ($2,218) / mo

Geneva

Genève · pop. 209,061

Fr1,461 ($1,660) / mo

Basel

Basel-Stadt · pop. 176,329

Fr1,461 ($1,660) / mo

Lausanne

Vaud · pop. 144,873

Fr1,461 ($1,660) / mo

Bern

Bern · pop. 136,988

Fr1,461 ($1,660) / mo

Winterthur

Zürich · pop. 120,376

Fr1,461 ($1,660) / mo

Lucerne

Luzern · pop. 86,234

Fr1,461 ($1,660) / mo

Lugano

Ticino · pop. 63,495

Fr1,461 ($1,660) / mo

Living in Sankt Gallen

Sankt Gallen is one of the key cities in Switzerland. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Fr1,461 ($1,660), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Fr598 ($680) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Fr3,532 ($4,014) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Fr2,672 ($3,037) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Sankt Gallen is Fr5,456 ($6,200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Fr1,899 ($2,158) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sankt Gallen expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Fr1,461 ($1,660) per month in Sankt Gallen including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Switzerland.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Sankt Gallen?
A net salary of around Fr1,899 ($2,158) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sankt Gallen with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sankt Gallen is Fr5,456 ($6,200).
How much is rent in Sankt Gallen?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Fr860 ($978) per month in the city centre and Fr598 ($680) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Fr1,795 ($2,040).
Is Sankt Gallen cheaper than Switzerland on average?
Yes — Sankt Gallen is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Switzerland average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Sankt Gallen?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Fr293 ($333) in Sankt Gallen. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Fr13 ($15) and a cappuccino runs around Fr4 ($4).
How do transport costs in Sankt Gallen compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sankt Gallen is estimated at Fr47 ($54). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sankt Gallen are estimates based on Switzerland national averages adjusted for city size (population 78,863). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.