Cost of Living

Esitmated Living Costs - A Snapshot Mercer's cost of Living Survey 2006 lists the following as the 5 most costly cities to live in. They are as follows: Moscow, Seoul, Tokyo, Hong Kong and London. Other Asian cities costlier than Singapore include Osaka and Beijing. Singapore was placed 17th.

Item/Cost (SGD)

Accomodation Rental varies based on location, size, facilities, market demand etc Public Housing flats/apartments: $800 - $1,500 per month Private Housing (Condominium/house): $2,000 - $6,000 per month

Utilities Varies based on personal or family's usage: $80 - $300 per month

Public Transport Buses/MRT Trains: $0.65 - $3.00 per trip Taxis: $2.50 flag-down fare, $8 - $24 per trip Indicative fare: from residential areas to CDB during peak hours. Fare varies based on distance covered and other surcharges.

Communication Monthly price plans varies based on promotional rates and bundled services offered by service provider. Excludes installation, hardware and other applicable service fees. Mobile Phone Plans: $19.95 - $200 per month Residential Fixed Line Telephone: From $150 per annum Broad Band Internet Price Plans: $19.95 - $208 per month

Meals Hawker centres, coffeeshops and foodcourts: $2.50 - $6 Mid-range dining: $6 - $30 (cuisine, family restaurants, fast food chains)

Entertainment Cable TV: Starting at $30 per month DVD Rentals: $7.50 - $9.50 depending on day of week Clubbing and Drinks: Approx $35 onwards

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