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Cost of Living Guide in Singapore

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Singapore has a high cost of living, 168.5% more expensive overall (including rent) than the Asia average, driven primarily by steep housing costs while offering excellent quality of life and strong purchasing power. It stands out as one of the priciest spots in Asia, far exceeding regional norms for consumer prices (+115.7%) and especially rent (+336.2%). No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
SGD 1,500–2,500 (shared housing, local hawker food, public transport)
Comfortable
SGD 5,000–7,000 (1-bedroom apartment, mix of home cooking and dining out, gym)
Family of four
SGD 12,000–20,000+ (3-bedroom condo, international school fees ~SGD 2,500/child, car, imported goods, helper)

Singapore delivers exceptional value through its world-class infrastructure, safety, and quality of life index among the highest globally, despite being 168.5% pricier overall than the Asia average—ideal for high earners but demanding careful budgeting for others.

Economic & Living Costs in Singapore
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

6-20 S$
Avg: 13 S$
-16.1% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

50-250 S$
Avg: 150 S$
+30.4% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

8-12 S$
Avg: 10 S$
-4.8% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

6-15 S$
Avg: 10.5 S$
-4.5% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

2300-5000 S$
Avg: 3650 S$
-8.8% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

1800-3500 S$
Avg: 2650 S$
-13.1% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

5000-10000 S$
Avg: 7500 S$
-6.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

3500-6000 S$
Avg: 4750 S$
-9.5% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

1.19-2.7 S$
Avg: 1.95 S$
-13.6% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

8-19.8 S$
Avg: 13.9 S$
-40.9% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

90-128 S$
Avg: 109 S$
-5.2% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

2.3-3.8 S$
Avg: 3.05 S$
+7.4% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

117.69-300 S$
Avg: 208.85 S$
-14.1% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

29-50 S$
Avg: 39.5 S$
-28.2% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

10-30 S$
Avg: 20 S$
-42.9% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

2-6 S$
Avg: 4 S$
-5.9% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

2-5 S$
Avg: 3.5 S$
-21.1% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

2.8-7.2 S$
Avg: 5 S$
+6.2% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

10-100 S$
Avg: 55 S$
+83.3% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

90-210 S$
Avg: 150 S$
-14.3% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

9.5-20 S$
Avg: 14.75 S$
-1.7% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

12-20 S$
Avg: 16 S$
-3.0% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

1350-2686.42 S$
Avg: 2018.21 S$
+9.1% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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