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Singapore🇸🇬

Singapore · Cost of living & nomad guide 2026

Timezone
Asia/Singapore
Nomad community
Large

City metrics

Financial

Rent 1BR (centre)US$2,800/mo
Rent 1BR (outside)US$1,900/mo
Cost of living (national avg)10 (USA=100, World Bank ICP)
Cheap mealUS$8.00
Mid-range meal for 2US$30.00
Monthly groceries~US$360

Infrastructure

Internet speed280 Mbps
Healthcare index90/100
Coworking spaces~80

Lifestyle

Safety index90/100
Air quality13 AQI — Good
Walkability88/100
Climate score72/100
English proficiencyhigh
Source: OpenAQ · Global Peace Index · regional statistical agencies · Updated Live + annual

Nomad

Nomad communityLarge
Visa easemedium
Budget score38/100
Lifestyle score85/100
Overall nomad score
82/100
Source: World Bank ICP (cost of living, USA=100), Ookla (internet), OpenAQ (air quality) · Updated Quarterly

What it's actually like here

Singapore, the Lion City, offers a unique blend for digital nomads. Expect a highly developed, efficient, and incredibly safe environment – seriously, you can walk around at any hour and feel perfectly secure. The internet is blazingly fast and reliable, a dream for remote work. The nomad community here is substantial and active, so networking and socialising are a breeze, especially since English is widely spoken. However, be prepared for living costs that are on the higher end, especially for accommodation. While the lifestyle is undeniably comfortable, you'll need a healthy budget. Visas can be a bit of a hurdle, requiring some planning. It’s ideal for those seeking a modern, orderly, and well-connected hub, but perhaps less suited for nomads on a shoestring budget. The trade-off for all that efficiency and safety is the price tag.

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Who this suits

FamiliesRemote worker hubClean air seeker

Featured neighbourhoods

Neighbourhood guides coming soon for Singapore.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to live in Singapore as a digital nomad?+

As of 2026, a 1-bedroom apartment in the centre of Singapore averages around $2,800 per month. The national cost-of-living index for Singapore sits at 10 (USA=100) — sourced from World Bank ICP. City-level detail is coming as we gather it; for now this is a national figure. Nomads typically budget extra for coworking, eating out, and travel.

Is Singapore safe for digital nomads?+

Singapore scores 90/100 on our composite safety index, which blends the Global Peace Index, crime stats and traveller-advisory data. Most nomad-friendly neighbourhoods feel comfortable to walk in day and night.

How fast is the internet in Singapore?+

Headline average internet speed in Singapore is around 280 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. That's enough for video calls, large file uploads and most remote-work needs in central neighbourhoods — coworking spaces and serviced apartments usually run faster than that.

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