Singapore
Singapore, Asia
5.7M people
SGT (UTC+8)
English
City
Financial Hub
Singapore
Singapore, an island city-state off southern Malaysia, is a global financial center with a tropical climate and diverse culture. Known for its cleanliness, safety, and efficient infrastructure, it offers a high quality of life.
Island
Expat Destination
Safety
80
Security
Very Safe
Cost
85
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
78
Medical
Good
31°
L: 24°
Best time to visitFebruary
Annual rainfall
2400mmCost of Living
85
Overall Cost
Very Expensive
65
Rent Index
Expensive
75
Groceries
Expensive
70
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$2,800
City center
3 Bedroom
$6,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average35% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 95/100
Entertainment
85/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$6K
Annual Salary
SPEED
250
Mbps Internet
SPACES
150
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
92
out of 100
Excellent92
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
44h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
78
Good
Good78
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
60
Moderate
Poor60
System Overview
System Type
Universal healthcare
Emergency Number
995
Hospital Density
4.5
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
85
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent100
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 80/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 20/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability90/100
Emergency
995
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
78
Health Index
LIFESPAN
85
Years
HOSPITALS
5
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
45
Fair
Poor45
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
75
Good
Good75
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
50
Fair
Average50
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$120
Public Transport
PER LITER
$2.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.80
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
95
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
70
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
60
Good
Nearby Airports
Changi Airport (SIN)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
95
Excellent
Excellent95
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
70
Good
Good70
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
40 Index
Poor40
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$120
per month
Fuel
$2.2
per liter
Taxi
$0.8
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
80
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,500
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
85
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Higher education institution
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Higher education institution
Singapore Management University (SMU)
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
95
Excellent95
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
85
Excellent85
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
75
Good75
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
90
Excellent90
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
250 Mbps
Internet Speed
150
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure90/100
Visa Process65/100
Banking & Finance85/100
Avg Salary
$6,000
Work Hours/Week
44h
Internet Cost
$45/month
Visa Info
Vary by nationality
Business Freedom88/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency90/100
Cultural Diversity90/100
Official Languages
English, Malay, Mandarin +1 more
Tipping Culture
Not customary
Weekend Culture
Varied, shopping, dining, and cultural activities
Practical Information
Time Zone
SGT (UTC+8)
Languages
English, Malay +2
Emergency
995
Healthcare System
Universal healthcare
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not customary
Weekend Culture
Varied, shopping, dining, and cultural activities
Best Time to Visit
February
March
April
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary by nationality
Key Statistics
5.7M
Population
85
Cost Index
250 Mbps
Internet
$2.8K
1BR Rent
95
Transport
$6K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Nearby location
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Nearby location
Singapore Management University (SMU)
Nearby location
Airports
Changi Airport (SIN)
Nearby location
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