2.0% below the Switzerland average
Ranked #6 of 558 cities · More expensive than 98.9% of cities worldwide
Compared to Switzerland average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | CHF 1,526/mo ≈ $1,895 | CHF 1,131/mo ≈ $1,405 | 26% |
| 3-Bedroom | CHF 2,790/mo ≈ $3,465 | CHF 2,011/mo ≈ $2,498 | 26% |
Prices
Prices in local currency, cross-referenced from multiple independent sources. August 2026.
Bern is average by global standards (ranked #6 of 558 cities). It is 2.0% cheaper than the Switzerland average, based on 8 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Rent offers the best value, while Groceries is the priciest.
Local purchasing power is limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.
Workers in Switzerland earning CHF 46,845 gross take home CHF 3,242/month after tax (16.9% effective rate). See full Switzerland tax calculator →
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