You should budget at least $700 to $1,500 a month if youre renting, and $1,500 to $3,000 a month if youre a Singaporean/PR buying a home and eligible to purchase HDB property.

What is considered good salary in Singapore?

As of Jan 2021, the average salary in Singapore is S$5,783 per month. For full-time employed Singapore residents, the Median Gross Monthly Income from work, including employer CPF contributions, is S$4,563.