Singapore, Singapore

Cost of Living in Singapore, Singapore

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Singapore costs approximately $3,225 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $2,782. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Singapore is a city in Singapore, where a single person can expect to spend about $3,225 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $2,782 per month, or $2,063 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 407 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Singapore scores 90/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 86°F and winter highs around 83°F, with roughly 338 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$3,225≈ $108/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$2,782
Internet407 Mbps
Safety90/100
Avg Temp85°F

Singapore Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$9.45
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$70.87
McDonald's Combo Meal$7.87
Cappuccino$4.78
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$7.87
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$1.20

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$3.09
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$2.18
Eggs (12)$3.61
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$4.76
Apples (1 lb)$2.03
Bananas (1 lb)$1.43
Tomatoes (1 lb)$1.04
Potatoes (1 lb)$1.19
Water (1.5L Bottle)$1.38
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$23.62
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$13.39

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$1.57
Monthly Transit Pass$100.79
Taxi Start$3.62
Taxi (1 Mile)$1.27
Gasoline (1 Liter)$2.17
VW Golf (New)$157,480.31

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$157.75
Mobile Phone Plan$14.17
Broadband Internet$29.31

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$107.66
Cinema Ticket$11.81
Preschool (Monthly)$1,433.02
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$31,560.24

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$84.67
Nike Running Shoes$105.54

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$2,782.15
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$2,062.71
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$5,830.99
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$3,749.12
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$2,181.52
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$1,526.23

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$4,355.20
Mortgage Interest Rate2.75%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$4,268.80
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$1,162.70

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Singapore

Internet407 Mbps
Safety90/100
Healthcare72/100
Public Transit88/100
Walkability82/100
Nightlife62/100
Food Scene92/100
Fine Dining85/100
Coffee Culture80/100
Air Quality79/100
Green Spaces85/100
Culture68/100
Beaches35/100
Hiking20/100
Surfing0/100
Coworking Spaces90
US Visa-Free90 days

Neighborhoods in Singapore

Tiong Bahru · Kampong Glam · Holland Village · Chinatown

Communities & Expat Groups

City Nomads · Digital People Singapore · Singapore Nomads

Singapore FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Singapore?

A single person should budget around $3,225 per month in Singapore, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $4,269 per month.

How much is rent in Singapore?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Singapore averages $2,782 per month, dropping to about $2,063 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $5,831.

Is Singapore safe?

Singapore scores 90/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 92/100.

How fast is the internet in Singapore?

Median download speeds in Singapore are around 407 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 90 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Singapore offer a digital nomad visa?

Singapore does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.

What is the weather like in Singapore?

Singapore sees summer highs around 86°F and winter highs near 83°F, with about 338 sunny days and 304 rainy days per year.

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