🇸🇬 Cost of Living in Singapore
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$3,298/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Singapore vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Singapore?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $3,298/month in Singapore, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $3,714/month.
What is the average salary in Singapore?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Singapore is about $4,264, according to Numbeo data.
Is Singapore expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Dubai ($3,154/mo), Tel Aviv ($3,454/mo), Jerusalem ($3,076/mo), Tokyo ($1,893/mo), Honolulu ($3,936/mo). Singapore comes in at $3,298/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.