ZHCanton profile

Zürich

Zürich combines regional identity, local institutions, and a daily rhythm shaped by Swiss public services, transport reliability, and canton-level administration.

Capital
Zürich
Population
1,579,967
Languages
German
Public schools and international options serve families across Zürich, with access to Swiss and global pathways.
Zürich anchors regional access to hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and mandatory insurance services.
Rail and bus networks connect Zürich into the broader Swiss timetable with efficient intercity mobility.
Overview

Living in Zürich

Zürich combines regional identity, local institutions, and a daily rhythm shaped by Swiss public services, transport reliability, and canton-level administration.

The capital is Zürich, the area covers 1,729 km², and the main language mix includes German.

Cost snapshot
CHF 1,200-2,400
Rent
CHF 300-450
Health insurance
CHF 70-120
Transport
CHF 400-600
Groceries
Local systems

Education

Public schools and international options serve families across Zürich, with access to Swiss and global pathways.

Healthcare

Zürich anchors regional access to hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and mandatory insurance services.

Transport

Rail and bus networks connect Zürich into the broader Swiss timetable with efficient intercity mobility.

Work & business

The canton supports a local economy shaped by services, SME activity, and regional employers.

Canton facts

Zürich

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Capital
Zürich
Population
1,579,967
Area
1,729 km²
Languages
German
Highlights
Bahnhofstrasse
Lake Zürich
Kunsthaus
Old Town

Businesses in Zürich

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Alterszentrum Brühlgut

Winterthur, Zürich

Alterszentrum Brühlgut is a public care home in Winterthur, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Limmat

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Limmat is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Rebwies

Zollikon / Zürich sınırı, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Rebwies is a public care home in Zollikon / Zürich sınırı, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Dorflinde

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Dorflinde is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Langgrüt

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Langgrüt is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Trotte

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Trotte is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Eichrain

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Eichrain is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Wildbach

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Wildbach is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Stampfenbach

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Stampfenbach is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Laubegg

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Laubegg is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Sydefädeli

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Sydefädeli is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Grünau

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Grünau is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Klus Park

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Klus Park is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Mathysweg

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Mathysweg is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Alterszentrum Rosental

Winterthur, Zürich

Alterszentrum Rosental is a public care home in Winterthur, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Käferberg

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Käferberg is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Alterszentrum Oberi

Winterthur, Zürich

Alterszentrum Oberi is a public care home in Winterthur, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Alterszentrum Neumarkt

Winterthur, Zürich

Alterszentrum Neumarkt is a public care home in Winterthur, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Herzogenmühle

Zürich, Zürich

Gesundheitszentrum für das Alter Herzogenmühle is a public care home in Zürich, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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Alterszentrum Adlergarten

Winterthur, Zürich

Alterszentrum Adlergarten is a public care home in Winterthur, Zürich, part of Switzerland's cantonal health system.

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