Singapore Tops Asia's Most Expensive Countries in 2026: Numbeo Report

• Singapore named Asia's most expensive country to live in 2026 by Numbeo's Cost of Living Index, scoring 87.7 against New York City's baseline of 100.
• High living costs are driven by limited land availability, leading to persistent housing supply constraints and elevated property prices.
• Reliance on imports for nearly 90% of its food supply exposes Singapore to global supply chain disruptions and higher grocery costs.
• Average monthly cost for a family of four is approximately $5,425 (excluding rent), while a single person's expenses are around $1,477.4 (excluding rent).
• Singapore is 264% more expensive than Gurgaon (excluding rent), with rental costs 655% higher, and ranks among the world's top 10 most expensive cities.