Cost of Living in Neuhausen - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,834 (excluding rent), and $3,406 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $4,659 (excluding rent), and $7,255 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$36.27 CHF 29.49
$30.23 CHF 24.58
$78.6 CHF 63.9
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$143 CHF 116
$99.3 CHF 80.7
$209 CHF 170
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$15.94 CHF 12.96
$12.26 CHF 9.97
$17.16 CHF 13.96
Cappuccino
$6.68 CHF 5.43
$5.67 CHF 4.61
$7.56 CHF 6.15
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$5.39 CHF 4.38
$5.02 CHF 4.08
$7.52 CHF 6.11
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$4.38 CHF 3.56
$3.76 CHF 3.05
$6.88 CHF 5.6
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$8.68 CHF 7.06
$5.58 CHF 4.53
$12.15 CHF 9.88
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$7.47 CHF 6.07
$6.22 CHF 5.06
$9.96 CHF 8.1
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$2.28 CHF 1.86
$1.86 CHF 1.51
$2.48 CHF 2.01
White Bread (500g)
$3.69 CHF 3
$1.46 CHF 1.19
$5.47 CHF 4.44
Rice (white) (1kg)
$4.21 CHF 3.42
$3.06 CHF 2.48
$6.17 CHF 5.02
Eggs
$7.67 CHF 6.24
$4.13 CHF 3.36
$11.59 CHF 9.42
Local Cheese (1kg)
$30.6 CHF 24.88
$27.06 CHF 22
$67.7 CHF 55
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$35.29 CHF 28.7
$24.59 CHF 20
$43.04 CHF 35
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$51.2 CHF 41.61
$41.81 CHF 33.99
$113 CHF 92.3
Apples (1kg)
$3.62 CHF 2.94
$2.39 CHF 1.94
$5.02 CHF 4.09
Banana (1kg)
$2.33 CHF 1.9
$1.64 CHF 1.33
$5.05 CHF 4.11
Oranges (1kg)
$2.86 CHF 2.32
$1.8 CHF 1.47
$4.2 CHF 3.42
Tomato (1kg)
$6.36 CHF 5.17
$3.72 CHF 3.02
$9.77 CHF 7.94
Potato (1kg)
$2.37 CHF 1.93
$1.2 CHF 0.97
$3.35 CHF 2.73
Onion (1kg)
$2.53 CHF 2.05
$1.9 CHF 1.55
$2.91 CHF 2.36
Lettuce (1 head)
$2.59 CHF 2.11
$1.94 CHF 1.58
$4.25 CHF 3.46
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$1.29 CHF 1.05
$0.76 CHF 0.62
$2.09 CHF 1.7
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$11.18 CHF 9.09
$10.68 CHF 8.68
$12.42 CHF 10.1
Wine (Bottle)
$15.04 CHF 12.23
$10.44 CHF 8.49
$30.7 CHF 24.97
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$2.51 CHF 2.04
$1.89 CHF 1.54
$3.14 CHF 2.56
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.45 CHF 2.8
$1.63 CHF 1.32
$6.26 CHF 5.09
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$3.87 CHF 3.15
$3.24 CHF 2.63
$5 CHF 4.07
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$97.2 CHF 79
$61.4 CHF 49.9
$103 CHF 84
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$8.18 CHF 6.65
$7.43 CHF 6.04
$8.67 CHF 7.05
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$4.24 CHF 3.45
$4.24 CHF 3.45
$4.57 CHF 3.72
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$90.1 CHF 73.3
$90.1 CHF 73.3
$90.1 CHF 73.3
Gasoline (1 liter)
$2.17 CHF 1.76
$2.13 CHF 1.73
$2.33 CHF 1.89
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$40K CHF 32.5K
$40K CHF 32.5K
$40K CHF 32.5K
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$41.7K CHF 33.9K
$41.7K CHF 33.9K
$42.5K CHF 34.5K
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$156 CHF 127
$122 CHF 99.5
$350 CHF 284
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$74.4 CHF 60.5
$24.66 CHF 20.05
$86.3 CHF 70.2
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$43.49 CHF 35.36
$43.49 CHF 35.36
$62.1 CHF 50.5
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$88.3 CHF 71.8
$55.7 CHF 45.27
$111 CHF 90.5
Cinema Ticket
$22.25 CHF 18.09
$21.02 CHF 17.09
$27.2 CHF 22.11
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$2,925 CHF 2,378
$2,477 CHF 2,014
$3,716 CHF 3,022
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$43.2K CHF 35.2K
$31.2K CHF 25.4K
$54.9K CHF 44.6K
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$138 CHF 112
$122 CHF 99.5
$184 CHF 149
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$77.1 CHF 62.7
$49.18 CHF 39.99
$123 CHF 100
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$130 CHF 106
$97.4 CHF 79.2
$219 CHF 178
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$160 CHF 130
$110 CHF 89.8
$184 CHF 150
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,728 CHF 1,405
$1,190 CHF 968
$1,879 CHF 1,528
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$1,499 CHF 1,219
$1,007 CHF 819
$1,636 CHF 1,330
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$3,203 CHF 2,605
$2,507 CHF 2,038
$3,621 CHF 2,944
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$2,698 CHF 2,194
$2,327 CHF 1,892
$3,103 CHF 2,523
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$12.8K CHF 10.4K
$7,539 CHF 6,130
$13.1K CHF 10.6K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$9,312 CHF 7,571
$5,005 CHF 4,070
$9,312 CHF 7,571
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$5,649 CHF 4,593
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
2.5
2.5
2.5
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Cost of Living in Neuhausen - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Neuhausen stack up for affordability and value for travelers, expats, and digital nomads?
Neuhausen offers a solid value for travelers, expats, and digital nomads who want safety, accessibility, and a scenic setting. Compared with Zurich or Basel, housing and everyday expenses feel more approachable, yet Switzerland's overall price level remains high. The town's proximity to the Rhine Falls, good public transit, and a strong local economy help you balance comfort with cost. Practical budgeting tips – opt for long-term rentals, shop at farmers' markets, and use seasonally appropriate transit passes – make a difference. Cost of Living in Neuhausen serves as a helpful snapshot for planning. Tip: Start with a short-term rental to test neighborhoods and commute options before committing.
What’s daily life like in Neuhausen, including housing, food, transport, and errands?
Daily life in Neuhausen blends small-town charm with Swiss efficiency. For housing, explore quieter streets away from tourist spots; you will find well-built apartments with good light and sensible layouts. Food options include weekly markets, bakeries, and dependable supermarkets offering local produce. Transport is straightforward, with trains and buses linking you to Schaffhausen and beyond, plus bike-friendly routes along the Rhine. To manage Neuhausen living cost, plan a practical budget that separates fixed costs from discretionary spending and look for coworking or hybrid-work spaces to save on workspace. Tip: Test neighborhoods at different times of day to gauge noise, commute, and light.
What factors contribute to quality of life here, and how can you budget and choose a neighborhood?
Quality of life in Neuhausen combines scenic surroundings with dependable services and a calm pace that suits remote work, families, and weekend explorers. Use a simple budgeting framework: set aside housing as a fixed anchor, allocate essentials (food, transport, utilities) proportionally, and reserve a buffer for experiences and travel. Seasonality influences daily rhythms; summer weekends draw visitors to the Rhine, winter markets bring cozy routines, and transit demand can shift. For neighborhood fit, weigh riverside strolls against quiet hillside streets and access to trains. Tip: Build a short list of core amenities (supermarket, cafe, co-working) near potential homes and test them over a couple of weeks.
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