How much is the cheapest health insurance in the canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel: CHF 583.40 a month (adults, CHF 300 deductible, with accident · rank 23 of 26 · FOPH premium data, 2027).

How much tax is due on withdrawing CHF 500,000 of pension capital in the canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel: CHF 42'300 (CHF 500,000, single, cantonal capital · rank 21 of 26 · finpension and schwiizerfranke.com, cross-checked, 2026).

Do children pay inheritance tax in the canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel: Yes, up to 3 % (FTA, 1 January 2025).

Is the official initial-rent form required in the canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel: Only in some regions (CO Art. 270(2) · FHO list and tenants' association, 2026).

What does certifying a signature cost in the canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel: CHF 20 (Arrêté fixant le tarif des émoluments des notaires · Art. 14 ch. I.1 · statute book 166.31, 13 May 2015).

Which notice dates apply to rented flats in the canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel: 31 Mar / 30 Sep (CO 266c, local cantonal custom, 2026).

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Canton of Neuchâtel: Children pay inheritance tax – in only 3 cantons

One of only 3 cantons where children pay inheritance tax: up to 3 %. The tax return is due here as early as 20 February – earlier than in any other canton.

What is there for the canton of Neuchâtel?

In the canton of Neuchâtel: Christmas markets, Carnival in Fleurier, Children pay inheritance tax – in only 3 cantons (up to 3 %) and Earliest tax deadline in Switzerland (20 February).

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Children pay inheritance tax – in only 3 cantonsDo children pay inheritance tax?	Yes, up to 3 %As of 1 January 2025 · FTAOpen →	Open →
Earliest tax deadline in SwitzerlandWhen is the tax return due?	20 Februaryregular deadline, individualsAs of 11 October 2026 · Steuerverwaltung Kanton NeuenburgSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
Highest income tax in SwitzerlandHow much tax on a CHF 100,000 salary?	CHF 18'075single, cantonal capital, federal + cantonal + municipal · rank 26 of 26As of 2025 · FTA, tax calculatorSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
Minimum wage – in only 5 cantonsIs there a minimum wage?	Yes, CHF 21.35 an hoursince 2017 · one of 5 cantonsAs of 6 October 2026 · cantonal lawSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
Only one canton has lower rentsWhat does a 3-room flat cost?	CHF 1'024 a monthaverage net rent, whole canton · rank 2 of 26As of 2024 · FSO structural surveySee the analysis →	See the analysis →
Only 2 capitals save more tax with pillar 3aHow much tax does pillar 3a save?	CHF 2'429full deduction CHF 7'258, salary CHF 120,000, single, cantonal capitalAs of 2025 · FTA, tax calculatorSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
Health insurance CHF 233 dearer than in ZugWhat does the cheapest health insurance cost in 2027?	CHF 583.40 a monthadults, CHF 300 deductible, with accident · rank 23 of 26As of 2027 · FOPH premium dataOpen →	Open →
CHF 5'150 more tax on your pension than the Swiss medianHow much tax on a pension lump sum?	CHF 42'300CHF 500,000, single, cantonal capital · rank 21 of 26As of 2026 · finpension and schwiizerfranke.com, cross-checkedOpen →	Open →
How many people live here?	180'365 residentspermanent resident population, end of 2025 · rank 16 of 26As of 2025 · FSO STATPOPSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
When do over-65s outnumber under-20s here?	Since 2025end of 2025: 36'536 aged 65+, 36'098 under 20As of 2025 · FSO STATPOP · scenarios, ConvivaPlus analysisSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How many here don't hold a Swiss passport?	27.3%49'276 people, end of 2025 · rank 10 of 26As of 2025 · FSO STATPOPSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
Where do most foreign residents here come from?	Portugal: 12'18524.7% of foreign residents · people from 152 countriesAs of 2025 · FSO STATPOPSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How often are people naturalised here?	1.65%802 naturalisations in 2025 · rank 7 of 26As of 2025 · FSO, ConvivaPlus analysisSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How many cross-border commuters work here?	16'243borders France · rank 6 of 26As of Q2 2026, provisional · FSO cross-border commuter statisticsSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How many live in a town or city?	58.8%4 towns and cities · 24 municipalitiesAs of 1 January 2026 · FSO STATPOP · towns as defined by the FSOSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
Must the landlord disclose the previous rent?	Only in some regionsCO Art. 270(2)As of 2026 · FHO list and tenants' associationOpen →	Open →
What does a certified signature cost?	CHF 20Arrêté fixant le tarif des émoluments des notaires · Art. 14 ch. I.1As of 13 May 2015 · statute book 166.31Open →	Open →
When can I end my tenancy?	31 Mar / 30 SepAs of 2026 · CO 266c, local cantonal customOpen →	Open →
How much tax on a CHF 50,000 salary?	CHF 5'858single, cantonal capital, federal + cantonal + municipal · rank 26 of 26As of 2025 · FTA, tax calculatorSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How much withholding tax on a CHF 5,000 salary?	CHF 552.50 a monthtariff A, single, no children, excluding church tax · rank 26 of 26As of 2026 · FTA, withholding tax tariffsSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How much can I deduct for working from home?	up to CHF 4'000 a yearflat rate, same as federalAs of tax year 2025 · Instructions générales pour remplir la déclaration d'impôt des personnes physiques 2025, section C. Autres frais professionnels (Service des contributions NE)See the analysis →	See the analysis →
How many daycare places are there for small children?	27 places per 100 children under 559 daycare centres, 2'180 places · rank 6 of 26As of 2024 · SODK childcare reportSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How often does the midwife visit after the birth?	8.0 home visits on average1'518 women cared for after birth · rank 6 of 26As of 2024 · ZHAW midwifery statistics reportSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How many years of kindergarten are compulsory?	2 yearsmunicipalities offer 2 yearsAs of 19 September 2026 · EDK survey of cantonsSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
How does your wallet fare here?	37 out of 100ConvivaPlus Cantonal Wallet Index · rank 23 of 26As of 2027 · ConvivaPlus analysis of FOPH, tax and FSO wage dataSee the analysis →	See the analysis →
What do people earn here?	CHF 6'964 a monthmedian, full-time, gross · region Espace MittellandAs of 2024 · FSO wage structure surveyOpen →	Open →

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