Cost of Living In Switzerland (World's Most Expensive Country)

[@claudiaandjan]

Hi guys! What is the most expensive country you have ever been to? Let us know down in the comments 💸

[@SANJ0288]

My country Canada - Toronto 😢

[@jamiemwest8811]

Mine us....specifically san diego, ca.

[@mario_luis_dev]

definitely Switzerland 😅 Ah, and Iceland also....ridiculously expensive

[@lorep7412]

Switzerland and Norway. At least in Switzerland the taxes are low and salaries high, but wonder how Norwegians survive with 50% taxes and those crazy prices. Not to mention the weather.

[@snehadesai8424]

Norway is very very expensive in terms of everything. After pandemi it has become even more expensive and interest rates on housing loans are doubled up and will be tripled up in next month. Person spends a lot on daily grocery shopping.

[@AT-pd8pi]

Great content, there aren't many channels discussing life in ZH in English. I'm so glad I discovered your channel - keep up the great work! 💯

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello! Thank you very much for that very positive and delightful comment! We are very happy, that you like our work! We are planning to make more videos. Is there something specific you would like to know more about regarding Switzerland or Zurich?

[@goncaloaraujo6644]

@@claudiaandjan public transportation, can we trust in it for arriving in time for a job?

[@CalogeroZarbo]

Lovely the preciseness of the German culture and the genuine joy of the Spanish soul. It is really a great mix. Anyway, that information is very valuable.

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you so much 🧡

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks a lot for your comment, very nice of you!

[@BrianAlbert-hh3pi]

The cost of living seems to be increasing every year, making it harder to keep up.

[@EricaWaters-lr6zw]

I've actually managed to stay ahead of the curve. I'm even contemplating early retirement.

[@BrianDouglasCapps]

Impressive! How did you achieve that?

[@EricaWaters-lr6zw]

@@BrianDouglasCapps I entrusted Katherine C Boone with managing my portfolio, and it's paid off significantly.

[@MelissaHobbs-qm8wi]

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[@MelissaHobbs-qm8wi]

@OliverLiam-px3vx I simply searched her name online and found it surprisingly easy to schedule a consultation.

[@Tabletop_Nonsenseverse]

My wife and I are moving to Zurich in August. Your videos have been amazingly helpful. Lots of love. Honestly, healthcare seems like a dream compared to the US.

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks so much for your sweet comment. We are super happy you are finding our videos helpful. Best of luck in your move to Zurich!! 🧡

[@alexbrasilien]

Don't expect high quality when it comes to medical services here. Healthcare is just a business and their main goal is PROFIT. Not serving the society.

[@themuted3123]

@@alexbrasilien fake news

[@itsandernow]

I just wanna say that you both are really gorgeous but also OMG Jan, he could be a model haha

[@claudiaandjan]

Haha such an unexpected (and super kind) comment. Thank you very much, Julián. Best regards from Zurich!!

[@qushu]

Thanks guys! that was helpful.... planning to move to Switzerland from Germany and needed some insider information about the preices...

[@claudiaandjan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ninobk196]

I'm surprised. Those rents are still a lot cheaper than NYC. You can't even get a roommate for USD1,200 in NY. Actually all of it is much cheaper than NYC. I was expecting it to be a lot more expensive. I rent my 44sq meter studio in Brooklyn for $3,000 USD. I've always been able to get a tenant. I've seen other studios in my building go for $3,400.00

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you very much for sharing this information!! The real state market must be crazy in NY :o

[@prasunchoudhury8711]

Same for San Francisco. Real estate in San Francisco will be more expensive than Zurich and similar to New York.

[@LittleBigPoet]

The Swiss franc is worth more than the dollar though. 1200 dollars is "only" 1000 Swiss francs.

[@marg8315]

I’m not surprised. I mean there’s more people in NYC than the entire country of Switzerland. Go figure! Zurich is most comparable to Miami for its size and population density. Also comparable to Chicago for population density. You can get a 2 bedroom apartment easily in a fancy building in Chicago with the monthly rent you pay for a studio flat in Manhattan.

[@a.yohannes6675]

True, NYC is expensive for no reason especially if you think the money you pay for the pace you get. Shoe box $1800 month 😂

[@soumadip_banerjee]

Important info. Dankeschön Jan. Gracias Claudia 👌🏻 Jan.. Please make a video comparing Germany 🇩🇪 and Switzerland🇨🇭 if possible, like jobs, costs, healthcare, language proficiency etc.

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks a lot for your comment and idea. We take note! 😊

[@soumadip_banerjee]

@@claudiaandjan Gerne!

[@wahdatalwujud]

Very well crafted video, you have come so far.. proud of you guys 🙇‍♂

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks so much, Kaidul. You are the best!!

[@Patricker-qm8pd]

Great video guys, really high quality content! Appreciate your work a lot hope to see your channel rise!

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there, thanks so much for your comment! We are very happy you like our work and wish you a wonderful weekend!

[@adlc9362]

Thank you very much for the video. I found it very interesting. Looking forward to see more videos!!

[@claudiaandjan]

Hi. Thank you very much for your kind comment 😊 Best regards!!

[@RichardRietdijk]

Thanks for this info! My Fiancee (peruvian) and I (Dutch) are looking to move to zurich this year and this video is super helpful! Subscribed!

[@claudiaandjan]

Lovely to hear that! We are very happy that we were able to help you and give you valuable insights!

[@geninius3147]

as a native i can say, if you own a house in zurich, i would definitely assume you are rich, buuutttt if you move to a canton like Thurgau.. there it is quite normal to live in owned houses, because the prices are different.

[@ninjapirate123]

I've never been to Switzerland, hopefully I could go there one day

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there thanks for your comment! Best of luck 🍀

[@novoxcage]

I’d venture to bet here in San Diego California is just as expensive, if not more with housing, utilities, and car expenses with having to drive longer distances than most in Europe. My gas and electric bill for a family of 4 is 460 and water alone is 260-315 USD

[@SubtleProvisions]

The rental prices is very similar to downtown Vancouver BC

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks for your comment, that is very interesting to know! Are you from Vancouver? 👋✨ Hope you enjoy the spring time ☀️🍀

[@shiv656]

Great content👏. Lot's of love from India🇮🇳

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you very much! We appreciate it 🙌

[@amitc1617]

So informative...have a nice day 😊

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you very much. You too!! ☀️

[@maranostas833]

H ey guys, loved your video! Can you please make a video on thesafest neighborhoods and how much can salaries be in different areas? Im a multimedia desginer! 😊

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks for your comment! We will take it into account when creating the next video! Comments like yours are so helpful, since they allow us to know what the community finds most interesting 🙏🍀

[@shahibaaz]

Thanks very much to you both and big Love 💛💙💜♥️ from Panjab !!

[@bellachatelaine]

Great video! What was the website you used for the flat search? I am moving to Zurich in a few months, and I love the map feature of the website you use. Thanks so much!

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey we are very happy that you liked our video! The website is called Flatfox. Good luck!! 🍀👍 Best wishes from Jan and Claudia

[@PiotrMys]

Its fantastic you guys do it so nicely. If I was moving here it would be super helpful to listen to you :) Keep it up!

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks so much for your great comment. We appreciate it a lot!! ⭐️

[@harshwalia6625]

very informative, thanks!

[@claudiaandjan]

Glad you enjoyed it!❤️🚀

[@piaheim4300]

Guys thanks for the Video you do a good Job maybe you can include students more in you videos like you did in this video 👀

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you Pia!! We take note for the next videos ❤

[@CloudsFromCH]

I just moved here and just health insurance is 430 with the highest deductible.. Didn't expect that

[@vloggingpractice8077]

Thank you for valuable information! Great video! Keep up a good work!

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you for this comment! We are very happy to hear that we can provide to you valuable information and you enjoy our work!

[@zorrothescoundrel]

Thanks for the video, I live in Germany right now but who knows! You showed me the informations I needed:) !

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there we are happy we could provide you information and help you!

[@claudiaandjan]

We hope you are going to have a wonderful Sunday!

[@zorrothescoundrel]

​@@claudiaandjan gleichfalls! lo mismo!:)

[@CptSlow89]

Rent is high but health care can be stupidly high... My main complain.

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello CptSlow, 👋 Thanks for your comment we appreciate your opinion and are happy that you shared it with us. Could you give an example why you think the health care can be so high? Have a wonderful weekend 💯❤️✨

[@CptSlow89]

@@claudiaandjan Cuz its like 450chf for a month on a small sallary before you apply for lowering it down. When they lower your health insurance then it is ok. It can be like 10chf per month. So see the difference in 450 vs 10chf. I came from a 2nd world country where my employer was paying my health security from brutto sallary, and it was 30 euros per month and it covered almost everything. At around 26, I was in hospital for around 25-30 days, two operations and I was insured by my dad as a student. I paid 0$ for that. I really don't know what would happen if that is situation here. All the best.

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey thanks for your comment 👍 I understand what you mean now. Thanks you very much for explaining and we hope that it better won’t happen. I wish you all the best and stay healthy ❤️💯🍀☀️ Enjoy your Sunday! All the best 😋✨

[@CptSlow89]

@@claudiaandjan Thanks, you too.

[@EnjoyTheStuff]

i pay 2700 for 60sqm (freshly renovated) at central

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there thanks for sharing! That’s really interesting to hear and fits very well with what we also think / how the market is🙋‍♂️Have a wonderful day ❤️

[@lukeleatherbarrow1467]

Very insightful video, thank you!

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you very much for watching!! 😘

[@aysink_k5927]

Thank you! This video is very helpful ❤

[@renegoris4935]

Compare the cost of Living to the earnings the average earnings a month. If the averare swiss salary is around 6000CHF a month and the average cost of housing around 1800 ... How much absolute money remains for spending every month ? And maybe moving to a village is smarter ... I pay 350 health insurance with 300 coverage.

[@adlc9362]

Great video! Thank you !

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you very much!! 😊

[@kenyacruz5401]

Hi thank you 🙏 I would love to know where to live in the mountains in Switzerland 🇨🇭 and the price of a home there.

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello thanks so much for your comment! We are unfortunately not aware of this information, since we live within the city. Also the price may greatly differ based on the region, where you want to buy a house, as you may imagine some regions are more popular then others. We advise you to try use Flatfox and see what results you find! Best of luck 🤞

[@kenyacruz5401]

Thank you 🙏 love your videos

[@mathiaslongl]

Hi Claudia and Jan, very good video I really like how you are showing the screen at the same time you are talking. I was very curious about how much does it cost to live in Zurich and you answered my curiosity in a nice way. Thanks for sharing this information!! 🔥🔥 Keep these videos coming. Will follow you guys!!👌👌

[@claudiaandjan]

Hi Mathias. Thanks so much for your kind comment. We are very happy you liked the video. Feel free to let us know what else would you like to see in our channel. Best regards!

[@hemelbhuiya3712]

Nice informative video. You can also share the chastest available option living around Zurich and have good bus or train connections

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you! Good idea 😊

[@TheEdvinas694]

its crazy how coffee cost 6,50 in Switzerland while in Lithuania it cost around 4 eur, the minimum wage in Lithuania is smaller 4 times :D so it makes the coffee and pretty much everything else more expensive if we compare it from a perspective of our salaries

[@l5ccna879]

Very expensive, around the same prices of San Francisco but 100% prettier and better style of living (healthier, less stress, etc)

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks for sharing! Have a wonderful weekend! ❤️✨

[@Bryantgold]

Coming from LA housing is more in LA and its wages are lower so this is not that bad

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you for the comment! Yes I assume LA must be a crazy place regarding rent! Wishing you the best ☀️

[@thepersonaljo]

Organic, free range eggs here in Alabama are anywhere from $8-11. And they aren't even local. Switzerland looking pretty great.

[@noahwilges]

Great video

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there, thanks so much for your support!

[@tenzin5323]

And each household must pay yearly 335 for the radio and TV fee irrespective of whether or not you have TV or Radio. And specific Garbagebag you can buy from supermarket around 30 CHf for 10 pieces of 30L .

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks for your comment and for sharing this info!! You are right! 😊

[@khanmahmood2690]

Thanks for the informative program on cost of living in Switzerland. I have seen many scenic videos of your country and it is very beautiful specially in the tourist destinations. Many Swiss and Scandinavian people are moving to Australia because of our warmer climate, beautiful natural landscape, beaches, quality housing, high standard of education, health, infrastructure and well paid job opportunities. We are also very neutral political country and people from Europe, Asia and North America have adopted this country as their new motherland. We have natural snow fields, oldest rain forest (Danetree) and temperate vegetation. There is an average of 2426 hours of sunlight per year in Sydney (of a possible 4383) with an average of 6:38 of sunlight per day. It is sunny 55.4% of daylight hours. The remaining 44.6% of daylight hours are cloudy or with shade, haze or low sun intensity. You will love it here because you will feel alive (no dark cold winters here). Our cost of living is nothing like in Switzerland even though at present it is higher than normal. I believe Switzerland is over-rated country for it has to offer its citizens. Our GDP is much larger than your country. Also, we don't have any have nuclear powered power plants in Australia unlike four in your country. So Chernobyl disaster will never happen here. Here is a glimpse of Australia kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGeQZmSvh9CJmM0. Thanks.

[@markevans2544]

Plus the costs with the cars!

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there, we have not included cars, that’s correct!

[@rockntom72]

Why are you looking for a Flat in the center of Zurich. the S-Bahn is so quickly in the center, and the rent in suburban Winterthur and other smaller towns is mostly 30 to 40% less.

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks a lot for your comment. You are completely right. The public transport is amazing. However, we personally and at this stage of our lives truly appreciate living in the center rather than in the suburbs 😊 That might change in the future

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you very much for your comment! We are living in Zurich and wanted also to focus on Zurich in this video. For sure you can also not live in Zurich. You could even go so far and say you live in Germany at the border and drive in every day. However that is also lifetime, which you may spend communing and also has its value 😃🌞 Have a wonderful day!

[@AliaBenabdeljalil]

Do you have a video on different neighborhoods in Zurich?

[@annamarielietar4222]

Great video 👌👌

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks so much for the message, Anna Marie ❤

[@jacobthesettler7616]

its expensive indeed but also balanced by big income even with entry level job position u still can survive

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello thanks for your comment! Yes we agree with you, the cost of living is high but also the salaries are high even for more entry positions, as you can also see in another video of us. Have a good Sunday!

[@LLopez-qb6gz]

In spain lidl or aldi are considered rubbish supermarkets just inmigration in the last years go to buy there Spanish people used to go to mukicipal markets, mercadona, consum , etc

[@groslait7814]

switzerland is cheap to live u can find some apartments with 500 euros outside of cities with 20 mins train travel, i even lived there for less 200 euros per month for a while in a basement back then ,it was great time i cannot find any other eu cities have such low prices , not just for rental,food price from supermarkets are not expensive at all , it is almost the same price that poor eastern european have with the same high quality foods, as long as avoid eating at restaurants , the cost of living can bring down to less than 800 euros (rent,food with insurance + 80chf train )

[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks for your comment. It is very interesting! I was a bit shocked when I read your comment haha. The numbers you dropped are pretty crazy -> 200 EUR / month 🥸🥲😅 Have a wonderful day!

[@KorisnickoIme84]

Sorry mate are you high on weed or something? Where in Switzerland have you found a basement for 200 euros/apartment for 500e ? Even in some village up in the mountain with only cows and goats I don't see that possible...

[@pramusintonugrohodewa1329]

Hey Clau and Jan! It was a great explanation and helps me imagine the cost of living there. I'm from Indonesia and have a plan to go to swizzy as a worker. Is it okay if i only could speak English, since if I'm not mistaken, majority of the people are speak in Germany? Thank you guys

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello, thanks for your comment! You can find answers to your questions in the other videos we have done. Have a great day ✨💯

[@Contravene]

The real insanity of cost of living will hit you as soon as you have kids. If you are lucky - or unlucky - that your salary is „too“ high to receive any support (daycare, insurance for example) by the city/gov, the costs will suddenly explode.

[@claudiaandjan]

Thank you very much for your comment! We have not taken children into account in this video you are right about that fact! Thanks for your comment and have a wonderful weekend! ❤️💯

[@DianaRik]

We had a baby last year and we applied for Prämienbewilligung for this year 2023 but they rejected us because they calculated the last finalized tax’s which as of now is from 2021 when I was working and so they won’t help us. So we have to wait till Next year when 2022 tax is finalized…. We are struggling 😭

[@averagemoes]

I pay 15-20 usd everyday for food in south texas this is not too bad

[@Yvonne-dz4zw]

I just came here to say.. you are such a beautiful looking couple together ❤️

[@alexbrasilien]

Housing here in Switzerland is getting out of control. 2024 will bringing more increase in the costs and I don't know who will be able to keep up with this game here. Salaries are not accompaning this trends, since the competition is also getting high and new people coming here are willing to make big sacrfices to stay in the big cities, accepting lower salaries. And those who are still getting seduced by the "low taxes" here, get ready for the insane cost of living, since the country makes sure you will spend a lot of money to stay here. They are not stupid. And this whole situation drives the locals crazy, because they say it's the foreigners' fault that it is so expensive to live here.

[@boomertuxx]

It's not that in most western counties now. I should know... I live in New Zealand. A place known for its unaffordability and also hugely overrated

[@marcoscabrinirianidosreis6655]

The most expensive countries I’ve been to has been Sweden, Denmark and where I live in the UK (London)

[@claudiaandjan]

Hi Marcos. Thank you for your comment. We totally agree. The UK and Scandinavia can be quite expensive for both tourists and residents, but they are just beautiful countries! Plus for those who are working in them, salaries may usually match the cost of living :) Best regards!!

[@KorisnickoIme84]

If you compare rent/salaries London is the worst place to live in..

[@borderlord]

A Beautiful place to live!

[@oleksandrhafurov3246]

drink Cappuchinos in Italy guys:)) delicious and great price:)

[@claudiaandjan]

Hahah thanks for your comment!

[@MuhammadBilal-yx5xi]

Hi Dears, your videos are very helpful. I am considering to move Switzerland or Denmark, i am confused to choose between Switzerland or Denmark, as you lived in Denmark too, please advise me that which country I should move? I am Portuguese citizen. My purpose is to live and work and would love to live there long term and raise my kids there, so according to your opinion which country is the best, Switzerland or Denmark. Your advice will be highly appreciated. Thank you, I am waiting for your answer

[@claudiaandjan]

Hi Muhammad. Thank you very much for your kind comment. This is a very hard question, as both countries offer unique opportunities. Switzerland is a beautiful country where you will be able to have plenty of career opportunities, whereas Denmark offers incredible benefits to those who want to create a family. It also offers an amazing balance between life and work, which sometimes Switzerland (or Zurich) might not offer, as people focus quite a lot in their professional life. Additionally, Denmark has great beaches, while Switzerland has dreamy lakes and mountains. Best of luck with your decision. Any of them will bring you great adventures ⭐️

[@MaddyZook-pd2wr]

only 1.50 for an Avocado? those are like 6 in portland

[@AntiPattern328]

So, one question I have is what happens when people begin to get older and maybe closer to a retirement age, what happens if they've been forced to rent a flat? Do they just get booted to the street or what?

[@agaapitodisousa6014]

pensaba que era mas caro, si los sueldos son 4 veces los de españa, la carne por ejemplo, que siempre se dice que en suiza es carisima, vale entre 15 y 40 el kilo, en españa vale entre 7 y 15 por decir algo, si lo multiplico por 4 es mucho mas que en suiza

[@nicoli8437]

I wanted to study in Switzerland but it's too expensive to live there. You are lucky to live in such an amazing country 💖 enjoy life.

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there, thanks so much for your comment ✨🍀💯

[@7izaak]

Hi, thanks for your video. I’m a software developer, and me and my girlfriend are looking into moving to Switzerland next few years. How much money do you think we should be making together so that we can afford living, buying property, health insurance etc? Do you still recommend this move to Switzerland? We are from malta, an EU country, is it difficult to get the work permit to start living there? Thanks and goodluck for you future.

[@MrUnlimitedTorque]

Don't come please. We have too many people here already.

[@conanobrian8580]

Like anyone listens to you

[@natalhiesture7656]

Comparing to Sweden is almost Same prices on Food Products

[@alexbrasilien]

Basically Switzerland is an expensive hotel where you think you are making more money (due to „low“ taxes) than anywhere else for such high standards, but this is just a catch. The amount of money you will have to pay for the rest is just insane. And if you believe that sharing an apartment with four or five people, to be able to afford to live in the city, there’s nothing to discuss then. And just for information: salaries in Zurich are getting substantially lower, due to the amount of people in the city. There are so many people willing to accept anything just to stay in the city and the market here is not stupid. Costs are getting higher and higher every year, salaries are not following this trend, and I wonder who will be able to afford to stay here from now on.

[@shahibaaz]

guys try also to make a video on some business ideas like I live in india and what things I may send to switzerland for resale to make money !!

[@leadanon127]

According statistics I live in one of most poor countries in Europe. But if I compare prices and income comes to the same. 7 fr for beer there and 0.5 fr here. Also, we have free health care and education.

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there, thanks a lot for your comment! We are happy to hear that you are living a hood live and that you are healthy 🍀😃☀️

[@lostinhell07]

Can u also include the taxes and similar stuff for something like 100k usd per annum in switzerland

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello thanks a lot for your comment we will do a video about this coming up so stay tuned ☀️

[@golemtabak1183]

It depends on the canton and the municipality. It varies between one and two and a half months' wages.

[@29DPT]

I want to live here ❤

[@claudiaandjan]

You will make it!! ❤️

[@huslter505]

For same pay less cost of living atleast 40% come to Australia mate 🇦🇺👍

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there, thanks for the comment. That is really interesting to hear. Would you be able to give some actual figures to this statement to qualify it? Have a wonderful week!

[@huslter505]

@@claudiaandjan Yeah unskilled no degree can earn 50,000 to 60,000 franc here With degree 80,000 to 100,000swiss franc start some time more with expereince

[@lemonapplevodka]

How much income do you both have ?

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there @lemonapplevodka We are happy to make a video about salaries and income in Zurich coming up. 👋😀

[@Genesis23457]

yes please, and monthly detailed expenses

[@SD._]

You keep on saying Switzerland is expensive . Australia is the same.

[@forward_ever_ever2595]

High taxes, but at least you see where your money is going.

[@francescofantuzzo]

How much do you pay for rent?

[@claudiaandjan]

If you are going to search in Zurich you will pay for a 2-bedroom apartment around 1900 - 2900, depending on condition and location and size I would say. Most flats are around 2400 so in the middle of the number I mentioned.

[@bartoszjankowiak3157]

Guys, wait... You are mixing things up a bit with housing costs. Big part of the apartments you show are furnished apartments. Those are SIGNIFICANTLY more expensive than those unfurnished. Most apartments on the market comes empty with fully finished bathroom and kitchen (with all the appliances). You need to get your own furniture. Also, you are showing fancy apartments in the most expensive spots of the city with some good views. Prices of such apartments are artificially pumped up as the owner hopes to find someone who's gonna pay that kind of money (and they do find them unfortunately!) Yes, housing is expensive in Switzerland, especially in Zurich and Geneva but if I would compare it to prices let's say in London or Dublin, you get much better value for your money in Swiss. I lived in those cities so I have a pretty good overview. Also, videos like this seems to imply that everyone lives in biggest Swiss cities. And this is not true at all. Vast majority of people live in small towns and villages up to 30 mins by train around those bigger cities. Prices there are sometimes much lower and I would strongly argue who enjoys better quality of life. Of course you don't get cinemas and bigger shopping malls but do you need them every day? Or even week? For young people and couples, yeah... It's more fun to live in bigger city but as you grow older and especially when you get kids, your priorities change drastically. You can live in big city in nearly every developed country and still have fun there but Switzerland is all about countryside in true.

[@alkukhta]

The prices are in the sky

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there, thanks so much for your comment! We are very happy you like our work and wish you a wonderful weekend!

[@2004dale]

How much do the jobs there pay their citizens to live at a high rate? That's what I need to know. Yes, everything is costly but is it balanced out with high paying incomes from stable jobs? In the states, in California, it's not only expensive to live you also don't get paid enough money to live here. Unless you're in the tech industry, it's hard to live here on a minimum wage jobs. No matter how much you work you're never able to sufficiently afford the cost of living here. How does the cost of living balance out with the income made by the people who live in Switzerland?

[@dariusdash9198]

How much you pay for your rent? Is it in central zone?

[@lukej.hughes7761]

are talking in american dollars or swiss currency?

[@Babylon2060]

It must not be that expensive because there are barely any homeless people.

[@fabioesploratore1847]

Do I need to be Swiss cityzed to work in Switzerland? I mean, I'm from Italy, can I live in Italy and work in Switzerland? (Since Como, Italy is very near to Switzerland)

[@claudiaandjan]

No, you can be an EU citizen and either stay in Italy and work from there or move to Switzerland getting a a work permit (L or B depending on your contract. )

[@fabioesploratore1847]

@@claudiaandjan Im from Italy... I guess if I keep living in Italy and going to Switz only to work they would give me a lower salary than a Switz standard, right? (I hope I'm wrong!)

[@noraw2095]

@@fabioesploratore1847un tempo ottenevi lo stesso stipendio Ultimamente per via del numero alto di frontalieri, se non vivi in Svizzera non otterrai uno stipendio svizzero I frontalieri che ganno stipendi svizzeri sono quelli che hanno lavorato lì anni fa e che hanno un vecchio contratto

[@guimiranda08]

What is the minimum wage? In Portugal it's like or 760 euros per month

[@BraveSausage99]

Why do you want to live in center of Zürich… you have insane public trnsportation all over Switzerland and you can still afford a nice appartement in the souroundings of the town.

[@claudiaandjan]

Hi Thomas. Thank you very much for your message! In our personal case, we prefer to pay a little bit more in rent and live in the city center. It is very convenient for us to enjoy the commodities of the city, as well as to go to work by bike. To be able to get around by bike is a true luxury for us, as we love to do it 😊

[@BraveSausage99]

@@claudiaandjan Of course…. You can have this opinion… i just wanted to say, that public transport is very affardable and reliable and you can have your bike with you in train… We have so much demand of reliable appartments in Zürich… and „normal“ people can‘t afford a convienient appartement, because of expats are paying any price to assure their benefits. So i think this is more a social political problem than yours… I just wantet to mention, that public transport is awesome…. Just make your live-work-balance and it‘s up to you to decide… 👍😃 Greets from Berne..

[@everythingluxury9151]

What about transport pls

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello a day pass costs around 8,80 here in Zurich.

[@ForeverInBlossom]

Hello, I want to know something. How much does it cost to live in the countryside in Switzerland?

[@golemtabak1183]

Living in the countryside is much more affordable. For example, for 1200 you can get a simple 3 room apartment. Because of the food prices: Migros is one of the two big discounters, but not the cheapest. Food quality is generally very high. Also: Switzerland has an excellent railroad network. You can easily and comfortably go to Zurich at any time. I also live in the countryside and can't understand why people always want to go to Zurich.

[@onyiugwunwa2328]

Hello please during visa application, does switzerland require block accounts

[@WhinjingKiwi]

How can I find a job on a working visa ?

[@29DPT]

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[@claudiaandjan]

Thanks for your comment!

[@hanachan480]

1200 housing per month??

[@MaddyZook-pd2wr]

1,200 for a studio is somehow cheap compared to Portland, OR, and it is not even the most expensive city in the United States!

[@kararmoobina7743]

Is the cost in CHF or Euro?

[@claudiaandjan]

CHF and EUR are basically the same. The video would be correct in both currencies, but are referring here to CHF as you also can see when screen recoding 🙂👍

[@exclusivenote]

That's waaaay cheaper than Canada

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello thanks a lot for your comment 🎉😃That is interesting to hear. Have a great week!

[@socialnews3316]

plz can you help me cause am thinking to tavel there

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello, what do you want to know :-)

[@aztradescrypto]

my suggestion for everyone who lives in switzerland is to travel to italy by car once or twice a month and do a massive shopping from there. stock some meat, eggs, milk etc etc...they are all half the price than switzerland

[@NancyJ238]

I was wondering about costs in American dollars. You are a very nice couple🌷

[@osys7832]

As a Turkish guy, I would prefer living in a country that has the mediterranean culture like spain, portoguese italy or so.

[@claudiaandjan]

Hey there thanks so much. We can totally understand that. The beauty of the world is that everyone likes something different. I hope you are going to have a great week!

[@memyselfandI90001]

Keep in mind he is talking in CHF, not $

[@claudiaandjan]

Hello, thanks for your comment :-) that is correct ✨👍

[@af2828]

I’ve watched several of you’re videos now, but I have to ask, how old are these videos? Prices have gone up by a lot and you can’t buy an Appartement for a Million anymore. Maybe a little studio. Also just one little point, it gets much harder to find any Appartement with over 3 bedrooms.