Bern vs Valais: Cost of Living
Monthly costs for a single adult, mid-range lifestyle. Updated Jun 2026.
Bern
CHF 3’080/mo
Valais
CHF 2’678/mo
| Cost | Bern | Valais | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR, city center) | CHF 1’500 | CHF 1’200 | +CHF 300 |
| Health insurance | CHF 340 | CHF 340 | — |
| Groceries | CHF 580 | CHF 520 | +CHF 60 |
| Eating out | CHF 360 | CHF 318 | +CHF 42 |
| Transport | CHF 80 | CHF 80 | — |
| Utilities | CHF 220 | CHF 220 | — |
| Total / month | CHF 3’080 | CHF 2’678 | CHF 402 |