Swiss Health Insurance Premiums Set for 4.4% Increase in 2026

National health insurance costs to rise significantly next year with varying impacts across cantons

Key Takeaways

Swiss health insurance premiums will increase by an average of 4.4% in 2026.
Residents in specific cantons will face premium hikes significantly higher than the national average.
New surveys and comparison data are available as of October 2025 to help residents find cheaper providers.

By The Numbers

4.4%

Average premium increase

2026

Fiscal Year

They Said

"Health insurance premiums in Switzerland will increase by 4.4 percent on average in 2026 – with residents of some cantons paying even more."
— Helena Bachmann

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Key Takeaways

Swiss health insurance premiums will increase by an average of 4.4% in 2026.
Residents in specific cantons will face premium hikes significantly higher than the national average.
New surveys and comparison data are available as of October 2025 to help residents find cheaper providers.

By The Numbers

4.4%

Average premium increase

2026

Fiscal Year

They Said

"Health insurance premiums in Switzerland will increase by 4.4 percent on average in 2026 – with residents of some cantons paying even more."
— Helena Bachmann

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