Is Leimbach Expensive?

Zurich, Switzerland

-18% vs Zurich avg

Living in Leimbach, Zurich

Leimbach is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Zurich, with a cost of living index of 100.4 — that is -18% compared to the Zurich average. Ranked #15 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around CHF 1,860/month, compared to a range of CHF 1,702 in Affoltern to CHF 3,063 in Bahnhofstrasse.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Leimbach, housing takes up roughly 34% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately CHF 74,413 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Leimbach

Salaries in Leimbach reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 100.4:

After tax and deductions of 37.1% in Switzerland, take-home pay for someone earning CHF 74,413 would be roughly CHF 46,805/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

100.4
COLI Index
0.82x
vs City Avg
CHF 1,860
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 18 Areas
37.1%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Leimbach

Estimated annual deductions on a CHF 61,011 salary in Leimbach, Zurich (local employee).

Income Tax
9%
AHV/IV/EO + ALV
6.4%
Cantonal + Municipal Tax (Zürich)
22%
Total Deductions: 37.1%
Est. Take-Home: CHF 38,372/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Leimbach would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $75,300
London GBP £64,802
Dubai AED AED 376,785

Other Neighborhoods in Zurich

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Bahnhofstrasse 165.2 1.35x +35%
Seefeld 153.0 1.25x +25%
Enge 144.4 1.18x +18%
Niederdorf 140.8 1.15x +15%
Hottingen 137.1 1.12x +12%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Leimbach:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leimbach expensive in Zurich?

Leimbach is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Zurich. It costs about -18% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Leimbach compare to the Zurich average?

The cost of living in Leimbach is below the Zurich average. With a multiplier of 0.82x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -18% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include Swiss Federal Statistical Office · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.