Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Pura, in the canton of Ticino, 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 Pura, 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 (Pura belongs to region 1 in the canton of Ticino) — your state of health is irrelevant, because basic insurance carries an obligation to accept every applicant. Pura has roughly 1’341 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Further down are the actual 2026 premiums for Pura, practical tips and a free, no-obligation comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Magliaso (1 km), Neggio (1 km), Caslano (2 km).
Pura at a glance: your local context
Pura, a municipality of roughly 1’341 residents in the canton of Ticino, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. Pura lies in premium region 1 of the canton of Ticino (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 1’341
- Canton: Ticino
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 1
- Postal code (NPA): 6984
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 5216
Health insurance and supplementary cover around Pura: compare neighbouring municipalities
Around Pura, 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 Magliaso — 1.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Neggio — 1.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Caslano — 1.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Vernate — 2.3 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Lema — 3.0 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Agno — 3.3 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Aranno — 3.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Collina d'Oro — 4.0 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Tresa — 4.1 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Muzzano — 4.5 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Pura: the real numbers
Concretely for Pura: the 2026 adult premium (deductible 300 CHF) is between 584 and 827 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 2’911 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) | 584 – 827 CHF | from 474 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 426 – 639 CHF | from 307 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 43 – 180 CHF | — |
That is exactly what our comparison does: it ranks the 67 insurers active in Pura from the cheapest to the most expensive offer — by age, deductible and chosen model, without touching your benefits.
Basic insurance in Pura: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Pura. 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 Pura starts as low as 474 francs a month. Third, the model: family-doctor, HMO or telemedicine models cut the premium significantly compared with free choice of doctor.
Important for switching: your cancellation of basic insurance must REACH your current insurer by 30 November at the latest (the date of receipt counts, so send it by registered post) for the switch to take effect on 1 January. Also check whether you qualify for premium subsidies in the canton of Ticino — many households leave this reduction unused.
Checklist for Pura
- 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 Ticino.
Free premium comparison for Pura →
How we work for Pura
Our method has three steps: (1) we start from your real profile (age, deductible, model, accident cover); (2) we rank the insurers in your FOPH premium region for 2026 from cheapest to most expensive; (3) we check your entitlement to premium subsidies in the canton of Ticino. Nothing changes in your benefits — basic insurance is identical everywhere — you simply stop overpaying for the same cover. In Pura this difference is measurable: 584–827 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 2’911 francs a year across 67 insurers — for identical cover. Compare every autumn before the 30 November cancellation deadline. The comparison is free and without obligation.
FAQ — insurance in Pura (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Pura?
In Pura (postal code 6984), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 584 to 827 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 426 francs for young adults and from 43 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 2’911 francs a year (FOPH premium region 1 of the canton of Ticino). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Pura have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Pura and nearby municipalities such as Magliaso (1 km), Neggio (1 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 Pura?
No. It explains the insurance and tax concepts for residents of Pura (canton of Ticino). Your decisions should rest on your own documents — and, where needed, on a regulated professional.
Can I compare "Health insurance and supplementary cover" in Pura with no obligation?
Of course. The starting point is your situation in Pura; only at your request do a concrete comparison and quotes follow. You remain free to decline any offer — free of charge and without obligation.
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Important notes
This local guide for Pura is for orientation. It replaces neither a personal quote nor the assessment of a regulated professional. The amounts, premiums and deductions mentioned change with your situation, your insurer and the given year.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.