Bern vs Fribourg: Cost of Living
Monthly costs for a single adult, mid-range lifestyle. Updated Jun 2026.
Bern
CHF 3’080/mo
Fribourg
CHF 2’812/mo
| Cost | Bern | Fribourg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR, city center) | CHF 1’500 | CHF 1’300 | +CHF 200 |
| Health insurance | CHF 340 | CHF 340 | — |
| Groceries | CHF 580 | CHF 540 | +CHF 40 |
| Eating out | CHF 360 | CHF 332 | +CHF 28 |
| Transport | CHF 80 | CHF 80 | — |
| Utilities | CHF 220 | CHF 220 | — |
| Total / month | CHF 3’080 | CHF 2’812 | CHF 268 |