Quality & Cost of Living
Many find that Singapore is one of the best places to live in.
It’s clean, convenient, safe, and the standard of living is high.
Quality of Life
Don’t just listen to us, hear it from the experts! According to the Mercer 2011 Quality of Living Survey, Singapore topped the list for quality of life in Asia. Human resources consultancy ECA International compared 254 international locations in a 2010 survey and found that Asian expatriates ranked Singapore as their preferred city to live in.
What makes Singapore one of the most vibrant and liveable cities in the world? It has to be its quality of life, easy regional access, low crime rates, political stability, high standards of infrastructure and healthcare, as well as a cosmopolitan lifestyle.
Living Costs
Living costs in Singapore are generally low. Accommodation makes up the bulk of household expenses, which is understandable due to our limited land space. You will find that you can live comfortably in Singapore and enjoy the good things in life.
Here are some estimated costs:
| Item |
Details |
Cost (SGD) |
| Accommodation (rental) |
Public housing apartment
Room |
1,500 – 3,000 a month
400 - 1,000 a month |
| Transportation |
Taxis
MRT/Buses |
8 – 24 per trip
0.71 – 2.80 per trip |
| Utilities |
Varying based on usage |
80 – 400 a month |
| Meals |
Low-end restaurants
Hawker centres/food courts/fast food |
15 upwards per head, a meal
5 upwards per head, a meal |
| Groceries |
For 1 person |
150 a month |
| Entertainment |
Clubbing and drinks
Cable TV |
35 upwards
30 a month upwards |
| Communications |
Mobile phone plans
Broadband |
19.95 - 200 a month
19.95 - 208 a month |
Check out our Cost of Living Calculator to get an estimate of your living expenses in Singapore.