Singapore Wins
3
of 6 categories
Tied
0
categories
Los Angeles Wins
3
of 6 categories
Category Breakdown
Compare costs across 6 key categories
Overall Cost
108
Singapore
vs
85
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is 23 pts cheaper
Rent
135
Singapore
vs
85
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is 50 pts cheaper
Groceries
85
Singapore
vs
95
Los Angeles
Singapore is 10 pts cheaper
Restaurants
75
Singapore
vs
90
Los Angeles
Singapore is 15 pts cheaper
Transport
80
Singapore
vs
105
Los Angeles
Singapore is 25 pts cheaper
Utilities
95
Singapore
vs
90
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is 5 pts cheaper
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Los Angeles to match a Singapore salary
| Salary in Singapore | Equivalent in Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $39,352 | $10,648 less |
| $75,000 | $59,028 | $15,972 less |
| $100,000 | $78,704 | $21,296 less |
| $125,000 | $98,380 | $26,620 less |
| $150,000 | $118,056 | $31,944 less |
| $200,000 | $157,407 | $42,593 less |
Singapore vs Los Angeles: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 23%. Los Angeles is the more affordable option.
Rent: Singapore has a rent index of 135, while Los Angeles has 85.
Average Salaries: Singapore: $3,835/month vs Los Angeles: $4,800/month (both in USD).
Out of 6 categories, Singapore wins 3, while Los Angeles wins 3.
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