Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Jaun, in the canton of Fribourg, who want to understand, compare and optimise their health insurance. Basic health insurance (KVG/LAMal) is compulsory, and by law its benefits are identical at every insurer: in Jaun, the real way to save is choosing the insurer, the deductible and the insurance model — not cutting cover.
Your premium depends on your FOPH/OFSP premium region (region 2 of the canton of Fribourg), never on your health: for basic insurance, every insurer must accept you. Jaun has roughly 644 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Below you will find the real 2026 premiums for Jaun, the main pitfalls to avoid and a free comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Val-de-Charmey (8 km), Boltigen (10 km), Châtel-sur-Montsalvens (10 km).
Jaun at a glance: your local context
Jaun, a municipality of roughly 644 residents in the canton of Fribourg, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. Jaun lies in premium region 2 of the canton of Fribourg (FOPH classification). Because even the next municipality may belong to a different region, premiums for the same cover can differ significantly — what matters is always the exact municipality, not the cantonal average.
- Population: roughly 644
- Canton: Fribourg
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 2
- Postal code (NPA): 1656
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 2138
Health insurance and supplementary cover around Jaun: compare neighbouring municipalities
Living or working near Jaun? Each of the closest municipalities has its own local page — handy when you move or when you compare several places to live:
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Val-de-Charmey — 7.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Boltigen — 9.6 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Châtel-sur-Montsalvens — 10.2 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Crésuz — 10.2 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Zweisimmen — 10.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Botterens — 11.5 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Hauteville — 12.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Montévraz — 12.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Broc — 12.9 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Plasselb — 13.0 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Jaun: the real numbers
Concretely for Jaun: the 2026 adult premium (deductible 300 CHF) is between 450 and 618 francs a month depending on the provider. Because the scope of basic insurance is identical by law, the choice of insurer alone decides up to 2’010 francs of difference a year. The lowest adult premium there comes with the "alternative model" model.
| Profile | Deductible 300 CHF | Deductible 2’500 CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (26 and over) | 450 – 618 CHF | from 337 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 329 – 523 CHF | from 212 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 30 – 149 CHF | — |
That is exactly what our comparison does: it ranks the 73 insurers active in Jaun from the cheapest to the most expensive offer — by age, deductible and chosen model, without touching your benefits.
Basic insurance in Jaun: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Jaun. First, the insurer: with legally identical benefits, it is the biggest lever for saving. Second, the deductible (300 to 2’500 CHF a year): if you rarely see a doctor and hold a reserve, the high deductible is usually the better deal; with regular treatment, choose the low one. For comparison: with a 2’500 CHF deductible, the adult premium in Jaun starts as low as 337 francs a month. Third, the model: family-doctor, HMO or telemedicine models cut the premium significantly compared with free choice of doctor.
Mind the deadlines: for a switch on 1 January, the cancellation must have reached the old insurer by 30 November — what counts is receipt, not the postmark. And check the premium subsidy in the canton of Fribourg: the entitlement goes surprisingly often unclaimed.
Checklist for Jaun
- Compare every autumn: insurers adjust their rates each year.
- Match the deductible to your own health profile (work out 300 vs. 2’500 CHF).
- Consider an alternative model (family-doctor, HMO, telemedicine) — same basic benefits, lower premium.
- Check your entitlement to premium subsidies in the canton of Fribourg.
Free premium comparison for Jaun →
How we work for Jaun
Three steps, one goal: first we capture your specific profile (age, deductible, model, accident); then we sort the insurers in your premium region (FOPH 2026) by rate; finally we check the premium subsidy of the canton of Fribourg. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Jaun this difference is measurable: 450–618 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 2’010 francs a year across 73 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Jaun (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Jaun?
In Jaun (postal code 1656), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 450 to 618 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 329 francs for young adults and from 30 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 2’010 francs a year (FOPH premium region 2 of the canton of Fribourg). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Jaun have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Jaun and nearby municipalities such as Val-de-Charmey (8 km), Boltigen (10 km) can belong to different FOPH premium regions: for identical cover, the premium can vary from one municipality to the next. Always compare for your exact municipality of residence.
Does this page replace personal advice in Jaun?
No, it is for orientation in Jaun. A personal decision belongs on the basis of your actual documents (policy, insurer confirmation) and, if needed, an authorised professional in the canton of Fribourg.
Can I compare "Health insurance and supplementary cover" in Jaun with no obligation?
Yes: we first clarify your needs, then — only if you wish — targeted comparisons and quotes for Jaun follow. The comparison is free, and no offer is binding.
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Important notes
All information is provided without guarantee and may be affected by changes to the law or rates. No figure on this page creates a contractual entitlement: always check the definitive values with your insurer, the FOPH or your canton before you decide.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.