Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Chêne-Bourg, in the canton of Geneva, 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 Chêne-Bourg, the real way to save is choosing the insurer, the deductible and the insurance model — not cutting cover.
What sets your premium is your FOPH premium region (Chêne-Bourg belongs to region 0 in the canton of Geneva) — your state of health is irrelevant, because basic insurance carries an obligation to accept every applicant. Chêne-Bourg has roughly 9’588 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Further down are the actual 2026 premiums for Chêne-Bourg, practical tips and a free, no-obligation comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Thônex (2 km), Chêne-Bougeries (2 km), Vandœuvres (2 km).
Chêne-Bourg at a glance: your local context
Chêne-Bourg, a municipality of roughly 9’588 residents in the canton of Geneva, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. For health insurance premiums, Chêne-Bourg belongs to FOPH premium region 0 of the canton of Geneva. Two neighbouring municipalities can sit in different premium regions — and therefore pay noticeably different premiums for identical benefits. Always compare for your exact municipality of residence, not a cantonal average.
- Population: roughly 9’588
- Canton: Geneva
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 0
- Postal code (NPA): 1225
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 6613
Health insurance and supplementary cover around Chêne-Bourg: compare neighbouring municipalities
Around Chêne-Bourg, every neighbouring municipality has its own page on the topic — useful if a move is coming up or if you are weighing several locations:
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Thônex — 1.5 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Chêne-Bougeries — 1.9 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Vandœuvres — 2.2 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Cologny — 2.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Puplinge — 3.1 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Veyrier — 3.6 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Genève — 3.6 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Choulex — 3.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Carouge — 4.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Presinge — 5.1 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Chêne-Bourg: the real numbers
The range in Chêne-Bourg is striking: for adults (deductible 300 CHF), the 2026 monthly premium runs from 604 to 914 francs — for basic insurance whose benefits the law fixes identically for every insurer. Comparing therefore saves up to 3’714 francs a year, without giving anything up. The lowest adult premium there comes with the "family-doctor (Hausarzt)" model.
| Profile | Deductible 300 CHF | Deductible 2’500 CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (26 and over) | 604 – 914 CHF | from 476 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 445 – 718 CHF | from 317 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 52 – 203 CHF | — |
Our comparison tool does this work for you: the 66 insurers available for Chêne-Bourg are ranked by your profile (age, deductible, model) from the lowest to the highest rate — your cover stays unchanged.
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Basic insurance in Chêne-Bourg: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Chêne-Bourg. 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 Chêne-Bourg starts as low as 476 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 Geneva: the entitlement goes surprisingly often unclaimed.
Checklist for Chêne-Bourg
- 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 Geneva.
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How we work for Chêne-Bourg
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 Geneva. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Chêne-Bourg this difference is measurable: 604–914 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 3’714 francs a year across 66 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Chêne-Bourg (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Chêne-Bourg?
In Chêne-Bourg (postal code 1225), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 604 to 914 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 445 francs for young adults and from 52 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 3’714 francs a year (FOPH premium region 0 of the canton of Geneva). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Chêne-Bourg have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Chêne-Bourg and nearby municipalities such as Thônex (2 km), Chêne-Bougeries (2 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 Chêne-Bourg?
No. It explains the insurance and tax concepts for residents of Chêne-Bourg (canton of Geneva). Your decisions should rest on your own documents — and, where needed, on a regulated professional.
Can I compare "Health insurance and supplementary cover" in Chêne-Bourg with no obligation?
Yes: we first clarify your needs, then — only if you wish — targeted comparisons and quotes for Chêne-Bourg follow. The comparison is free, and no offer is binding.
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Important notes
Assur-IA's content is maintained carefully, but it can change with legislation, case law and the product range. It constitutes neither a binding offer nor a personal recommendation. Rates, premiums, deductibles and deductions depend on your profile and the reference date.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.