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Cost of living in Singapore for remote workers

Expensive but frictionless: world-class infrastructure and a hub for all of Asia.

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Monthly budget

$4,080/month
  • 🏠 Rent (1BR, central)$3,000
  • 🍜 Food & groceries$650
  • 💻 Coworking$350
  • 🚇 Transport$80

Estimate for one person living comfortably, not luxury. Updated 2026-09. Suggest a correction

Quick facts

Country
🇸🇬 Singapore
Your visa
Internet
📶 ~300 Mbps (fixed broadband median)
Local time
Work overlap
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Language
English
Vibe
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💱 Local currency: Singapore Dollar (SGD)1 USD ≈ 1.278 SGD
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🛂 Visa & entry (official)

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✈️ Flights

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🛏️ Stays

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🚆 Trains

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⛴️ Ferries & boats

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🚕 Getting around

GrabRides & food delivery

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🧳 Travel essentials

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Compare Singapore with

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ShanghaiChina
$2,290/month
📶 250 Mbps
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TokyoJapan
$2,120/month
📶 190 Mbps
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BeijingChina
$1,910/month
📶 250 Mbps

Living in Singapore: FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Singapore per month?

About $4,080 a month for one remote worker: rent $3,000 (furnished 1BR, central), food $650, coworking $350 and transport $80. Estimates updated 2026-09.

Is Singapore good for digital nomads?

Expensive but frictionless: world-class infrastructure and a hub for all of Asia. Typical internet speeds are around 300 Mbps.

How fast is the internet in Singapore?

Typical fixed broadband in Singapore is around 300 Mbps. Most coworking spaces and newer apartments offer fibre.

What is the best time to live in Singapore?

The most pleasant months are Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul.

What language is spoken in Singapore?

English.

What time zone is Singapore in?

Asia/Singapore. Plan meetings with Singapore.