Health Insurance in Neuchâtel (Canton NE) — 2027 Premiums and Savings
Canton Neuchâtel is a single premium region. In 2027 the cheapest adult option is CHF 552.75 per month (any model, CHF 300 deductible), dropping to CHF 433.30 with the CHF 2,500 deductible, and Standard-model premiums reach up to CHF 783.25. Basic insurance (KVG/LAMal) is identical at every insurer by federal law, so the only thing that changes when you switch is the price.
Find the cheapest option for your Neuchâtel postcode →2027 premiums in Neuchâtel
All figures below are adult (26+) monthly premiums, accident excluded, CHF 300 deductible unless stated, taken directly from the official FOPH data for 2027.
Neuchâtel — a single premium region
The entire canton, including Neuchâtel, La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle
The cheapest Standard premium here is CHF 637.10 per month, the average is CHF 690.00, and the most expensive is CHF 783.25. The cheapest option of any model is CHF 552.75 per month, dropping to CHF 433.30 with the CHF 2,500 deductible.
Source: official FOPH premium data 2027. Your exact premium depends on your postcode, age, chosen model and deductible — always verify before switching.
How to save on health insurance in Neuchâtel
The biggest levers are your model and deductible. Moving from the average Standard premium (CHF 690.00) to the cheapest available option (CHF 552.75) saves about CHF 1,647 per year. The CHF 2,500 deductible brings the cheapest option down to CHF 433.30 per month. Because coverage is identical by law, none of this reduces your benefits.
The three levers, ranked by impact
- Insurance model. Telmed, HMO or Hausarzt models typically cost 10–25% less than the Standard free-choice-of-doctor model.
- Deductible. The CHF 2,500 tier beats CHF 300 if your yearly medical costs stay below roughly CHF 1,800–1,900 — which deductible to choose.
- Insurer. Same model and region, the spread between insurers is still CHF 50–150 per month.
Age also changes everything at 19 and 26 — see how age categories change your premium. For the national picture, see official 2027 premiums in every canton.
How to switch in Neuchâtel
Your cancellation must reach your current insurer by 30 November (registered letter recommended) to switch for 1 January. Just moved to the canton? Read the newcomer guide.
The comparison takes two minutes. Leave it for the November rush and you risk missing the deadline — after 30 November, your current premium applies for all of 2027.
Compare 2027 Neuchâtel premiums now →Frequently asked questions
How much is health insurance in Neuchâtel in 2027?
The cheapest 2027 adult option (any model, CHF 300 deductible, accident excluded) is CHF 552.75 per month, dropping to CHF 433.30 with the CHF 2,500 deductible. Standard-model premiums run from CHF 637.10 to CHF 783.25. Coverage is identical at every insurer by federal law.
Is Neuchâtel a single premium region?
Yes. Neuchâtel is one premium region, so there is no cheaper zone within the canton. Your savings come from the insurer, model and deductible you choose — basic insurance benefits are identical everywhere by law.
What is the deadline to switch health insurance in Neuchâtel?
Your cancellation must reach your current insurer by 30 November to switch for 1 January — the same nationwide rule applies in Neuchâtel. A registered letter is recommended.
Is basic health insurance in Neuchâtel the same at every insurer?
Yes. Basic insurance (KVG/LAMal) benefits are fixed by federal law and identical at every insurer — same doctors, hospitals and medications. In Neuchâtel you only pay for the insurer's price, your deductible and your model, never for better coverage.
This page is an informational comparison of publicly available FOPH data and is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute insurance, financial, legal or medical advice. Premiums change annually — always verify your individual premium before signing a policy.