Thurgau vs St. Gallen: Cost of Living
Monthly costs for a single adult, mid-range lifestyle. Updated Jun 2026.
Thurgau
CHF 2’638/mo
St. Gallen
CHF 2’782/mo
| Cost | Thurgau | St. Gallen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR, city center) | CHF 1’200 | CHF 1’300 | −CHF 100 |
| Health insurance | CHF 300 | CHF 310 | −CHF 10 |
| Groceries | CHF 520 | CHF 540 | −CHF 20 |
| Eating out | CHF 318 | CHF 332 | −CHF 14 |
| Transport | CHF 80 | CHF 80 | — |
| Utilities | CHF 220 | CHF 220 | — |
| Total / month | CHF 2’638 | CHF 2’782 | CHF 144 |