Singapore

Cost of Living in Singapore

Monthly Total

$3,697

$64,698

Housing (1BR Mid-range)

$2,324

Daily Spend (ex. rent)

$46

Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Housing (Rent)

1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood

$2,324

$40,670

Utilities

Electric, water, gas, and internet

$168

$2,940

Groceries

Groceries from supermarkets

$195

$3,413

Dining Out

Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month

$120

$2,100

Transportation

Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month

$210

$3,675

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Entertainment, occasional cleaning service

$319

$5,583

Healthcare

Basic private health insurance

$332

$5,810

Phone & Subscriptions

Phone plan and streaming subscriptions

$28

$490

Monthly Total

$3,697

$64,698

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