City comparison
🇸🇬 Singapore vs 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
Side-by-side comparison of cost of living, taxes, and quality of life for expats.
Quick verdict
More affordable
Hong Kong
1% cheaper overall
Higher quality of life
Singapore
8.5/10 vs 8/10
Cost of living comparison
| Category | 🇸🇬 Singapore | 🇭🇰 Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed, center) | €2,507 | €1,950 |
| Rent (1-bed, suburb) | €1,777 | €1,476 |
| Groceries (single) | €269 | €331 |
| Transport pass | €86 | €66 |
| Restaurant (2 people) | €54 | €52 |
| Monthly budget (moderate) | €3,300 | €2,800 |
Quality of life
| Metric | 🇸🇬 Singapore | 🇭🇰 Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8.5/10 | 8/10 |
| Safety | 9.7/10 | 9/10 |
| Healthcare | 9/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Education | 8.5/10 | 8/10 |
| Expat Community | 9.5/10 | 9/10 |
| English Proficiency | 9.5/10 | 8/10 |
Tax & practical info
🇸🇬
Singapore
SingaporeTax regime0–24% progressive (max)
ClimateTropical
Nomad visa–
Effective tax rate7–11% (no CPF for foreigners)
Avg. salary€80,000–€120,000
🇭🇰
Hong Kong
Hong KongTax regime2–17% progressive (max)
ClimateSubtropical
Nomad visa–
Effective tax rate10–14%
Avg. salary€75,000–€130,000
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