LIVING EXPENSES IN SINGAPORE

Studying in Singapore as an international student requires careful budgeting, as monthly living costs can vary depending on your lifestyle, accommodation choice, and daily spending habits.

The estimated monthly living expenses for an international student living in Singapore can look like this:*

Category Budget Student Lifestyle Typical Student Lifestyle More Comfortable Lifestyle
Accommodation S$500–S$800 S$1,000–S$1,500 S$2,400–S$3,500
Food S$250–S$350 S$350–S$500 S$500–S$700
Transportation S$80–S$130 S$100–S$180 S$150–S$250
Utilities S$30–S$60 S$30–S$60 S$40–S$80
Mobile Phone Plan S$15–S$30 S$15–S$30 S$20–S$40
Internet S$0–S$20 S$20–S$40 S$30–S$60
Dining Out S$100–S$200 S$200–S$300 S$300–S$400
Entertainment S$20–S$40 S$40–S$60 S$40–S$80
Fitness and Sports S$0–S$15 S$15–S$30 S$80–S$150
Personal Care and Shopping S$20–S$40 S$40–S$80 S$60–S$120
Estimated Monthly Total ~S$1,000–S$1,700 ~S$1,800–S$2,800 ~S$3,600–S$5,400

*Actual amounts required will vary, depending on the individual’s lifestyle, but you should budget a minimum of S$1,800 per month or S$21,600 per year for living expenses in Singapore.

If you want a fuller picture of what student life really costs, from rent and meals to transport and personal expenses, read our comprehensive guide to the cost of living in Singapore as an international student.