Assura Health Insurance Premiums 2027: Every Canton Compared
Updated 29 September 2026 · Source: official FOPH 2027 premium data (Priminfo, 29 September 2026) · Independent comparison, not affiliated with Assura.
Deutsche VersionIn 2027, Assura's basic insurance for adults on the standard model (CHF 300 deductible, no accident cover) costs between CHF 412 and CHF 679 per month depending on the canton. Assura is below the cantonal average in 14 of 26 cantons. The biggest gap to the cheapest standard offer is CHF 92 per month in Schwyz — CHF 1'104 a year.
Find a cheaper insurer for your postcode →Assura vs. the market: premium by canton
Basis: adults 26+, standard model, CHF 300 deductible, without accident cover, averaged across the canton's premium regions. Rank 1 = cheapest insurer in the canton.
| Canton | Assura (CHF/month) | Canton average | Cheapest standard offer | Difference to cheapest | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aargau | 573 | 558 | 517 | +CHF 56 | 21 of 27 |
| Appenzell Innerrhoden | 412 | 448 | 406 | +CHF 6 | 3 of 23 |
| Appenzell Ausserrhoden | 539 | 538 | 476 | +CHF 63 | 14 of 23 |
| Bern | 609 | 604 | 564 | +CHF 45 | 19 of 26 |
| Basel-Country | 631 | 645 | 584 | +CHF 47 | 9 of 23 |
| Basel-City | 655 | 698 | 649 | +CHF 6 | 3 of 23 |
| Fribourg | 582 | 570 | 533 | +CHF 49 | 17 of 23 |
| Geneva | 662 | 729 | 662 | CHF 0 | 1 of 21 |
| Glarus | 550 | 523 | 493 | +CHF 57 | 21 of 26 |
| Graubünden | 515 | 524 | 474 | +CHF 41 | 11 of 24 |
| Jura | 646 | 669 | 621 | +CHF 25 | 6 of 21 |
| Lucerne | 511 | 526 | 466 | +CHF 45 | 8 of 25 |
| Neuchâtel | 660 | 690 | 637 | +CHF 23 | 7 of 21 |
| Nidwalden | 455 | 485 | 438 | +CHF 17 | 3 of 26 |
| Obwalden | 506 | 490 | 450 | +CHF 56 | 17 of 26 |
| St. Gallen | 549 | 535 | 494 | +CHF 55 | 20 of 25 |
| Schaffhausen | 529 | 563 | 514 | +CHF 15 | 5 of 23 |
| Solothurn | 595 | 592 | 553 | +CHF 42 | 16 of 25 |
| Schwyz | 519 | 509 | 427 | +CHF 92 | 19 of 28 |
| Thurgau | 565 | 537 | 496 | +CHF 69 | 19 of 23 |
| Ticino | 679 | 701 | 651 | +CHF 28 | 7 of 21 |
| Uri | 500 | 487 | 441 | +CHF 59 | 20 of 26 |
| Vaud | 627 | 652 | 596 | +CHF 31 | 4 of 21 |
| Valais | 525 | 535 | 460 | +CHF 65 | 8 of 26 |
| Zug | 436 | 420 | 382 | +CHF 54 | 23 of 27 |
| Zurich | 551 | 580 | 537 | +CHF 14 | 4 of 27 |
Same coverage at every insurer
Basic insurance (KVG) benefits are identical at every insurer by law. If you switch from Assura to another insurer, you keep exactly the same basic cover — only the premium changes. Every insurer must accept you for basic insurance, without health questions.
Leaving Assura: dates for 2027
29 September 2026
Done: the FOPH announced the 2027 premiums.
By 31 October 2026
Assura must notify you of your personal 2027 premium.
30 November 2026
Your basic-insurance cancellation must have reached Assura (switch effective 1 January 2027).
Supplementary insurance (VVG) is governed separately and has its own notice periods. A new supplementary policy may require health questions.
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Frequently asked questions about Assura
Is Assura more expensive than other insurers?
It depends on the canton. In 2027, Assura's standard model is below the cantonal average in 14 of 26 cantons and is the cheapest insurer in 1 canton. The biggest gap to the cheapest offer is CHF 92 per month (Schwyz).
How do I cancel my basic insurance with Assura?
With a written cancellation letter that reaches Assura by 30 November. The switch then takes effect on 1 January. You need a confirmation of acceptance from your new insurer first.
Will I lose coverage if I leave Assura?
No. By law, basic insurance offers the same benefits at every insurer. Supplementary insurance is separate.
Independent comparison based on official FOPH 2027 premium data. Not affiliated with Assura. We compare and inform — we do not provide advice.