Basel
Switzerland
Description
Basel has a high standard of living with strong healthcare and a stable job market in pharmaceuticals, finance, and trade. Housing is expensive and competitive. Public transport is excellent, and the city is very walkable and bike-friendly. Winters are cold but manageable. Safety is high, and the community is international with a mix of Swiss and expats. Cost of living is high, but salaries and social services are strong. The city balances urban life with access to nature.
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€0.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,770.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,269.00
3-bed flat (center)€3,165.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,461.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€263.21
Internet€51.61
Mobile plan€46.91
Transportation
One-way ticket€4.06
Monthly pass€91.88
Taxi start€6.94
Gasoline (1 l)€1.89
Leisure
Cinema ticket€19.77
Fitness club€78.17
Education
Preschool (month)€2,234.00
Intl. primary (year)€29,915.00
Advantages
- ✓ Strong job market in pharma and finance
- ✓ Excellent healthcare system
- ✓ High safety levels
- ✓ Efficient public transport and walkability
- ✓ International community
Disadvantages
- × High housing costs
- × High cost of living
- × Cold winters
- × Competitive rental market
- × Language can be a barrier