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Cost of Living in Singapore

Median income in Singapore is S$60,000/year (S$5,000/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.

Average Rent in Singapore

S$2,200

Studio

S$2,800

1 Bedroom

S$3,800

2 Bedrooms

Monthly Budget Breakdown: S$5,000/month

How to allocate the median Singapore income of S$60,000/year after taxes.

Housing

S$2,800

56%

Food & Groceries

S$400

8%

Transportation

S$130

3%

Utilities

S$150

3%

Healthcare

S$100

2%

Entertainment

S$250

5%

Personal & Other

S$200

4%

Savings

S$970

19%

Total

S$5,000

100%

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Affordable Neighborhoods in Singapore

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HDB flats in Jurong, Woodlands, and Tampines are the most affordable housing option

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Geylang and Toa Payoh offer central locations at lower rents than Orchard or Marina Bay

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Punggol and Sengkang are newer towns with modern amenities and reasonable rents

Money-Saving Tips for Singapore

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Hawker centres offer full meals for S$3–5 — much cheaper than restaurants

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MRT and bus with EZ-Link card is extremely affordable for transit

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CPF (Central Provident Fund) provides mandatory savings for housing, healthcare, and retirement

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