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Cost of Living in Singapore

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on May 10, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Singapore, Singapore is generally high, with prices for goods and services being comparable to those in major cities in the United States. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Singapore can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $3,000 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost from $3,000 to $4,500 USD per month. A dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Singapore can cost around $20 USD per person.

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Is the cost of living in Singapore high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Singapore, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Singapore is generally high, with prices for basic necessities such as food, housing, and transportation being significantly higher than in many other countries. Singapore is known for its high quality of life, but this comes at a cost. Renting an apartment in the city can be expensive, and the cost of food and other necessities can add up quickly. Transportation is also expensive, with public transportation fares being among the highest in the world. Despite the high cost of living, Singapore remains an attractive destination for many due to its excellent infrastructure, safety, and quality of life," said one expat in Singapore.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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