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Cost of Living in Turgi

For one person, living costs in Turgi are estimated at $3,503 a month, including rent and utilities, which take about half of the total. Other living expenses average about $57 a day.

Monthly Cost of Living

How much you'll spend in Turgi

Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Turgi actually costs, broken down by who's living it.

Living costs for one person come to about $3,503 monthly including rent, or $1,735 excluding housing.

$3,503 /mo

Estimated monthly costs for a couple: $5,319 with rent, or $3,056 without housing.

$5,319 /mo

Monthly costs for a family of three come to about $7,135 including rent, or $4,378 for daily expenses alone.

$7,135 /mo

Turgi sits 151–157% above the global median across household types. Within Europe, costs are 97% above average – among the most expensive in the region.

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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$29.97 CHF 24.84
$26.37 CHF 21.86
$35.96 CHF 29.81
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$127 CHF 105
$112 CHF 93.0
$183 CHF 152
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$18.47 CHF 15.31
$18.47 CHF 15.31
$20.93 CHF 17.35
Cappuccino
$6.23 CHF 5.16
$4.75 CHF 3.93
$7.35 CHF 6.10
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$6.28 CHF 5.20
$5.35 CHF 4.44
$7.49 CHF 6.20
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$6.13 CHF 5.08
$4.96 CHF 4.11
$6.82 CHF 5.66
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$9.26 CHF 7.67
$7.21 CHF 5.98
$10.70 CHF 8.87
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$9.43 CHF 7.81
$6.49 CHF 5.38
$10.02 CHF 8.31
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$2.20 CHF 1.82
$1.59 CHF 1.32
$2.60 CHF 2.15
White Bread (500g)
$3.14 CHF 2.60
$1.48 CHF 1.23
$6.19 CHF 5.13
Rice (white) (1kg)
$3.31 CHF 2.75
$2.45 CHF 2.03
$6.13 CHF 5.08
Eggs
$8.20 CHF 6.79
$4.98 CHF 4.13
$11.96 CHF 9.92
Local Cheese (1kg)
$25.98 CHF 21.54
$19.38 CHF 16.07
$42.40 CHF 35.15
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$27.63 CHF 22.90
$18.32 CHF 15.18
$40.30 CHF 33.40
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$41.79 CHF 34.64
$36.17 CHF 29.98
$55.2 CHF 45.73
Apples (1kg)
$3.56 CHF 2.95
$3.34 CHF 2.77
$4.77 CHF 3.95
Banana (1kg)
$2.34 CHF 1.94
$1.48 CHF 1.23
$4.95 CHF 4.10
Oranges (1kg)
$2.90 CHF 2.41
$1.78 CHF 1.47
$5.91 CHF 4.90
Tomato (1kg)
$4.64 CHF 3.85
$3.02 CHF 2.50
$9.05 CHF 7.50
Potato (1kg)
$1.69 CHF 1.40
$1.19 CHF 0.99
$4.77 CHF 3.95
Onion (1kg)
$1.92 CHF 1.59
$1.78 CHF 1.48
$3.56 CHF 2.95
Lettuce (1 head)
$2.29 CHF 1.89
$1.62 CHF 1.34
$3.12 CHF 2.59
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$1.57 CHF 1.30
$0.60 CHF 0.50
$1.97 CHF 1.63
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$11.48 CHF 9.52
$11.03 CHF 9.15
$12.26 CHF 10.16
Wine (Bottle)
$11.95 CHF 9.90
$8.97 CHF 7.43
$23.90 CHF 19.81
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$2.47 CHF 2.05
$2.15 CHF 1.78
$2.75 CHF 2.28
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.03 CHF 2.51
$1.81 CHF 1.50
$3.61 CHF 2.99
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$4.23 CHF 3.50
$3.16 CHF 2.62
$4.76 CHF 3.94
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$100 CHF 83.0
$77.5 CHF 64.2
$106 CHF 87.9
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$8.01 CHF 6.64
$8.01 CHF 6.64
$8.01 CHF 6.64
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$4.50 CHF 3.73
$4.50 CHF 3.73
$4.50 CHF 3.73
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$86.2 CHF 71.5
$86.2 CHF 71.5
$86.2 CHF 71.5
Gasoline (1 liter)
$2.39 CHF 1.98
$2.10 CHF 1.74
$2.62 CHF 2.17
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$38.8K CHF 32.1K
$38.8K CHF 32.1K
$42.6K CHF 35.3K
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$38.9K CHF 32.2K
$38.9K CHF 32.2K
$38.9K CHF 32.2K
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$294 CHF 244
$182 CHF 151
$395 CHF 328
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$46.28 CHF 38.36
$24.17 CHF 20.04
$84.6 CHF 70.1
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$64.9 CHF 53.8
$49.27 CHF 40.84
$117 CHF 97.0
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$90.6 CHF 75.1
$57.6 CHF 47.76
$116 CHF 96.6
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$46.26 CHF 38.34
$24.35 CHF 20.18
$46.26 CHF 38.34
Cinema Ticket
$23.32 CHF 19.33
$18.41 CHF 15.26
$28.23 CHF 23.40
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$2,922 CHF 2,422
$2,358 CHF 1,955
$4,045 CHF 3,353
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$33.1K CHF 27.4K
$27.8K CHF 23.1K
$41.8K CHF 34.7K
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$148 CHF 123
$140 CHF 116
$170 CHF 141
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$80.5 CHF 66.7
$61.4 CHF 50.9
$109 CHF 90.6
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$166 CHF 137
$123 CHF 102
$246 CHF 204
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$201 CHF 167
$184 CHF 152
$245 CHF 203
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,741 CHF 1,443
$1,190 CHF 987
$1,905 CHF 1,579
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$1,474 CHF 1,222
$1,196 CHF 991
$1,794 CHF 1,487
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$2,916 CHF 2,417
$2,397 CHF 1,987
$3,116 CHF 2,583
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$2,463 CHF 2,041
$2,145 CHF 1,778
$2,860 CHF 2,371
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$16.5K CHF 13.7K
$9,886 CHF 8,195
$18.8K CHF 15.6K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$12.4K CHF 10.3K
$7,893 CHF 6,542
$14.0K CHF 11.6K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
2.42
1.8
3.51

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: October 25, 2026

Monthly budget structure
Share of the monthly basket for one person, rent included.
Turgi $3,503
Accommodation & Living
$1.5K
Groceries & Markets
$587
Eating Out
$485
Monthly Utilities & Internet
$405
Clothing & Footwear
$268
Getting Around
$147
Sport & Entertainment
$137

Cost Breakdown

Expect to spend about $587 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant costs roughly $127 for two – above the European average of $74.

Public transport is priced at around $100 per month – above the European average of $49.

Cost Highlights

Eggs is more expensive than 100% of cities in Europe

Fast food meal is more expensive than 99% of cities in Europe

Family monthly cost (excluding rent) is more expensive than 99% of cities in Europe

Good to know
🕒 Local time
11:04 11:04 AM
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👥 Population
3,000
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Cost of Living in Turgi - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Turgi stack up on affordability for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, and who tends to find it good value?
Compared to Switzerland’s metro hubs, Turgi offers a calmer pace and a close-knit feel that many travelers and expats value. Cost of Living in Turgi is generally approachable for daily essentials and dining, with options that fit budget-conscious visitors and longer stays alike. Housing tends to be modest and well maintained, often with easy access to nature and lakeside recreational areas. Local amenities are practical, and you can ride efficient trains to nearby cities for bigger needs. For digital nomads, a few nearby cafés and libraries serve as work spots, while daily errands stay convenient. Tip: plan seasonal shopping to stretch savings.
What does daily life look like in Turgi, from housing search and food options to transport and coworking spots?
Finding a place in Turgi starts with nearby towns and village blocks; you’ll often see smaller apartments in well-kept buildings, with efficient public transport connections to larger centers like Baden or Aarau. For groceries, you’ll have a mix of local markets and larger supermarkets; dining options lean toward casual cafes and seasonal regional dishes. Transport relies on trains and buses, plus bike-friendly routes; seasonality can affect service frequency slightly. Factor in the Turgi living cost when budgeting against bigger cities. Tip: consider a transit pass for cost savings.
What’s the quality of life like in Turgi, and how can you budget effectively while accounting for seasonality and neighborhood fit?
Quality of life in Turgi centers on a blend of Swiss reliability and rural charm. Create a simple budgeting framework: fixed costs like housing and utilities, flexible costs like groceries and transport, and discretionary time for leisure. For savings, favor longer stays in one neighborhood to reduce transit, buy seasonal produce, and join community events or use local cycling paths to stay fit. Seasonality brings crisp winters and mild summers, with lake nearby offering quick escapes without crowds. Neighborhood fit: explore the historic core and riverside areas for quieter evenings and easy access to bus routes. Tip: set a weekly meal plan to curb impulse shopping.
Why is Turgi so expensive to live in?
Living in Turgi doesn’t come cheap – monthly expenses with rent reach $3,503, putting it among the pricier cities worldwide. Housing dominates the cost, but food, services, and leisure all sit above the global median too.
What is the average cost of living in Turgi in 2026?
As of 2026, monthly living costs in Turgi come to around $3,503 including rent, or roughly $1,735 excluding it. Numbers shift a bit by season and neighborhood, but this range works well as a planning baseline.
What is a good salary in Turgi?
Earning $5,255 monthly in Turgi means you’re living well – a one-bedroom, regular groceries, transport, and some entertainment without stress. That’s the threshold where most residents feel genuinely comfortable rather than just getting by.
What are typical rents in Turgi?
Where you live in Turgi makes all the difference. Central one-bedrooms cost about $1,741; commute-friendly outer districts come in around $1,474. Overall, the market runs from $1,474 to $1,741 depending on size, location, and apartment condition.
How expensive is a gym membership in Turgi?
At around $91 monthly, gym costs in Turgi are on the steep side. The price tracks with the city’s overall high cost of services, though annual contracts and promotional deals can cut the bill.
Is food expensive in Turgi?
Turgi isn’t cheap for groceries. Monthly bills reach $587 for a single person, and even basic items cost more than in most comparable cities. Cooking at home is still the most economical approach.
Is $2,000 enough to live comfortably in Turgi?
At $3,503 in typical monthly expenses, a $2,000 budget falls short in Turgi. You’d need a shared flat in an outer area, home-cooked meals, and serious discipline with discretionary spending to make it work.
Can you retire comfortably in Turgi?
Retirement in Turgi is comfortable for most – total costs run about $3,503 monthly. Healthcare, daily amenities, and social infrastructure are all in place, and most retirees find it a practical, enjoyable place to settle.

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