Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Neftenbach, in the canton of Zurich, 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 Neftenbach, 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 (Neftenbach belongs to region 1 in the canton of Zurich) — your state of health is irrelevant, because basic insurance carries an obligation to accept every applicant. Neftenbach has roughly 5’692 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Further down are the actual 2026 premiums for Neftenbach, practical tips and a free, no-obligation comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Pfungen (2 km), Dättlikon (3 km), Hettlingen (4 km).
Neftenbach at a glance: your local context
Neftenbach, a municipality of roughly 5’692 residents in the canton of Zurich, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. Neftenbach lies in premium region 1 of the canton of Zurich (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 5’692
- Canton: Zurich
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 1
- Postal code (NPA): 8413
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 223
Applying for premium subsidies around Neftenbach: compare neighbouring municipalities
Living or working near Neftenbach? Each of the closest municipalities has its own local page — handy when you move or when you compare several places to live:
- Applying for premium subsidies in Pfungen — 2.1 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Dättlikon — 3.2 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Hettlingen — 3.8 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Buch am Irchel — 4.1 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Henggart — 4.3 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Seuzach — 4.7 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Dorf — 5.3 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Winterthour — 5.5 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Dägerlen — 5.6 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Oberembrach — 5.9 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Neftenbach: the real numbers
Concretely for Neftenbach: the 2026 adult premium (deductible 300 CHF) is between 518 and 724 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 2’476 francs of difference a year. The lowest adult premium there comes with the "HMO / network" model.
| Profile | Deductible 300 CHF | Deductible 2’500 CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (26 and over) | 518 – 724 CHF | from 389 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 371 – 591 CHF | from 243 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 41 – 168 CHF | — |
Our comparison tool does this work for you: the 83 insurers available for Neftenbach 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 Neftenbach: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Neftenbach. 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 Neftenbach starts as low as 389 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 Zurich: the entitlement goes surprisingly often unclaimed.
Checklist for Neftenbach
- 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 Zurich.
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How we work for Neftenbach
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 Zurich. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Neftenbach this difference is measurable: 518–724 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 2’476 francs a year across 83 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Neftenbach (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Neftenbach?
In Neftenbach (postal code 8413), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 518 to 724 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 371 francs for young adults and from 41 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 2’476 francs a year (FOPH premium region 1 of the canton of Zurich). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Neftenbach have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Neftenbach and nearby municipalities such as Pfungen (2 km), Dättlikon (3 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 Neftenbach?
No, it is for orientation in Neftenbach. A personal decision belongs on the basis of your actual documents (policy, insurer confirmation) and, if needed, an authorised professional in the canton of Zurich.
Can I compare "Applying for premium subsidies" in Neftenbach with no obligation?
Yes: we first clarify your needs, then — only if you wish — targeted comparisons and quotes for Neftenbach 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.