Cheapest health insurance in Monthey: 2027 premiums
Monthey (postcode 1870), district of Monthey, belongs to premium region 1 of the canton of Valais. Here are the official 2027 premiums that apply to residents of Monthey, and the levers to pay less.
Updated on 20.10.2026 · Written by an AFA-certified broker · Official FOPH 2027 premiums
The 5 cheapest insurers in Monthey (adult, standard model)
| # | Insurer | Deductible 300 | Deductible 2'500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atupri | 574.20 | 445.90 |
| 2 | ÖKK | 578.00 | 449.70 |
| 3 | Agrisano | 581.50 | 453.20 |
| 4 | Sodalis | 586.80 | 458.50 |
| 5 | Concordia | 590.00 | 461.70 |
For identical cover, choosing the cheapest insurer rather than the most expensive saves up to 944 CHF a year with the 300 CHF deductible.
The cheapest alternative models
| # | Insurer and model | Type | Deductible 2'500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atupri, HMO | Family doctor or network | 379.30 |
| 2 | Concordia, HMO | Family doctor or network | 382.10 |
| 3 | Sanitas, TelMed Basic | Telemedicine | 382.50 |
| 4 | Concordia, smartDoc | Telemedicine | 385.00 |
| 5 | Atupri, CareMed | Family doctor or network | 387.30 |
Whether a family doctor or HMO model is available depends on the doctors and networks around Monthey. Check that your doctor is part of the network before choosing.
Young people, children and employees
| Profile | Cheapest insurer | Monthly premium |
|---|---|---|
| Young adult, deductible 2'500 | Sanitas | 263.70 |
| Child, deductible 0 | Agrisano | 127.90 |
| Adult without accident cover, deductible 2'500 | ÖKK | 418.30 |
Cross-border workers and newcomers
Monthey is in the district of Monthey, close to the French border. If you work in Switzerland and live in France, the right of option in principle lets you choose between LAMal and French insurance within three months of starting work. If you have just moved to Monthey, you have three months to join an insurer, backdated.
Subsidies for residents of Monthey
Premium reductions are managed by the compensation office of the canton of Valais, in Sion (027 324 91 11, www.avs.vs.ch). Entitlement is usually determined automatically from your tax assessment.
To do before 30 November 2026
- Compare your premium with the cheapest insurers for your municipality.
- Apply for membership with the new insurer: it must accept you for basic insurance.
- Cancel in writing with your current insurer: the letter must be received by 30 November 2026 at the latest.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the cheapest health insurer in Monthey in 2027?
For an adult with the standard model and the 300 CHF deductible, the lowest premium in Monthey is Atupri's (574.20 CHF a month). With the 2'500 CHF deductible, it's Atupri (445.90 CHF). The right choice depends on your age, your medical costs and the model you want.
Which premium region is Monthey in?
Monthey belongs to premium region 1 of the canton of Valais, which covers most of French-speaking Valais.
Until when can I switch health insurer in Monthey?
Your insurer must receive the cancellation by 30 November at the latest to switch on 1 January. The new insurer must accept you for basic insurance.
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Source: Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH), official overview of 2027 premiums for the canton of Valais (priminfo.admin.ch). Monthly premiums in CHF, rounded to 5 centimes.