Uri offers couples affordable Alpine living with improved accessibility via the Gotthard Base Tunnel. This assessment calculates combined expenses for two adults. For couples who value nature and savings, Uri provides exceptional value while maintaining connection to major Swiss cities.
Real calculator output for a couple in Uri
Based on real Swiss cantonal tax logic, housing indices, and mandatory health insurance baselines.
| Category | Monthly Amount | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Monthly Salary | CHF 16’000 | Base salary input for couple |
| Taxes (cantonal & federal) | −CHF 3’360to−CHF 4’800 | Canton Uri: 21%–30% rate |
| Rent (city center) | −CHF 1’500 | Uri market rate (2-bedroom) |
| Health Insurance | −CHF 650 | Uri base premium |
| Food & Groceries | −CHF 691 | Local price index × 2 occupants |
| Transport | −CHF 55 | Uri public transport pass |
| Utilities | −CHF 173 | Adjusted for 2 occupants |
| Lifestyle | −CHF 660 | Medium tier × Uri multiplier |
| Estimated Monthly Savings | CHF 7’471toCHF 8’911 | Net after all deductions |
Small changes in rent or tax canton can shift monthly savings by several hundred CHF.
Example Scenario: A professional earning CHF 16’000/month in Uri retains approximately CHF 7’471–8’911 after all expenses. The same salary in Zürich would retain CHF 4’662–6’262 — Uri offers CHF 2’729/month more (CHF 32’748/year).
Understanding what makes Uri unique helps you evaluate if it's the right fit for your relocation.
Compared to Zürich, Uri offers approximately CHF 2’729 higher monthly savings at the same gross salary. Compared to Genève, housing is lower but overall savings remain stronger.
For professionals weighing Uri against Swiss Average, Uri delivers a stronger after-tax position—up to CHF 40 less in monthly taxes. This makes Uri the rational choice for income-focused relocators.
Uri vs Swiss Average housing: Uri requires CHF 222/month more for housing than Swiss Average. Couples sharing costs may find this trade-off acceptable for career benefits.
Canton Uri vs Swiss Average: lower premiums than Swiss Average (CHF 325 vs CHF 383 base). Couples pay double premiums, amplifying canton differences. Choose cantons with lower base premiums to optimize household costs.
Uri vs Swiss average: lower food costs than Swiss Average (100% vs 101% of baseline). While individual purchases differ modestly, cumulative grocery and dining expenses add CHF 50–150/month variance between Swiss cities.
Uri vs Swiss Average: lower transport costs than Swiss Average (CHF 55 vs CHF 67). With excellent Swiss public transit, most professionals avoid car ownership—a decision that saves CHF 500–800/month versus driving.
Uri vs Swiss Average: lower entertainment costs than Swiss Average (1.00× vs 1.02× multiplier). Professionals choosing Uri for savings can reallocate CHF 3454/month toward lifestyle upgrades or accelerated wealth building.
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