Salary Intelligence
Salaries in Singapore by profession
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Singapore — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2023 data).
What is a good salary in Singapore?
In Singapore, the national median salary is about $56,540 gross (~$54,404 after tax, 2023 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$56,085 to ~$201,970 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Singapore's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
- National median: ~$56,540 gross ~$54,404 after tax (2023 data, 96% kept).
- Highest-paying role: CTO / Technology Director ~$201,970/yr net for a mid-level cto / technology director.
- Purchasing power the median net is worth ~$73,157 in PPP-equivalent (US price) terms.
- 38 professions estimated each = the national median × the role's skill premium, netted via the tax engine.
National median (2023)
$56,540 gross · $54,404 after tax · $73,157 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
Estimated pay by profession in Singapore
By take-home, the highest pay in Singapore is estimated for a 🏢 cto / technology director — $201,970 net after tax (4.1× the local median).
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $233,174 | $201,970 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $220,497 | $191,828 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $171,914 | $152,631 |
| Engineering Manager | $163,937 | $146,170 |
| Dentist | $162,719 | $145,184 |
| AI Engineer | $162,672 | $145,145 |
| Product Manager | $136,120 | $123,421 |
| Data Engineer | $132,897 | $120,779 |
| Software Engineer | $130,398 | $118,729 |
| Pharmacist | $129,218 | $117,761 |
| Cloud Engineer | $127,434 | $116,299 |
| DevOps Engineer | $127,052 | $115,986 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $121,763 | $111,509 |
| Management Consultant | $116,856 | $107,338 |
| Data Scientist | $110,037 | $101,541 |
| Sales Manager | $106,120 | $98,212 |
| General Manager | $99,526 | $92,607 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $98,711 | $91,914 |
| Marketing Manager | $96,473 | $90,012 |
| Project Manager | $96,473 | $90,012 |
| Civil Engineer | $95,977 | $89,590 |
| UX Designer | $92,128 | $86,217 |
| Operations Manager | $91,362 | $85,540 |
| Physiotherapist | $90,692 | $84,947 |
| Business Analyst | $86,916 | $81,605 |
| HR Manager | $86,372 | $81,123 |
| Finance Analyst | $82,345 | $77,559 |
| University Lecturer | $80,679 | $76,085 |
| Remote Freelancer | $74,320 | $70,457 |
| Content Writer | $70,449 | $67,031 |
| Accountant | $67,249 | $64,200 |
| Hospitality Manager | $65,246 | $62,427 |
| Nurse | $62,118 | $59,592 |
| Teacher | $61,521 | $59,036 |
| Plumber | $59,956 | $57,581 |
| Graphic Designer | $59,447 | $57,108 |
| Electrician | $59,397 | $57,061 |
| Chef | $58,347 | $56,085 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Singapore's national median gross. Tap a role for the full country-by-country ranking. Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching) require local credential recognition before you can practise.
Singapore salary estimates · Source: Singapore national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2023) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (3 months ago)
Modelled estimate, not survey data. Each profession figure is the country's national median wage scaled by the role's skill premium — a directional model, not a per-role salary survey. It is for a mid-level professional and varies widely by employer, seniority, bonus, equity, contract type and tax regime. Net is modelled via WhereNext's tax engine and is not tax or employment advice — verify with an employer or qualified advisor before making decisions.
Where the money goes: CTO / Technology Director in Singapore
Gross pay erodes to take-home after tax, then adjusts for local prices — a mid-level estimate, every step sourced.
Verified · National medians (Eurostat / national stats) · US BLS OEWS May 2024 · World Bank ICP 2021 (PPP)
- Gross$233,174
- Income tax−$31,204
- Net (after tax)$201,970
- Local prices+$69,616
- Real value$271,586
Keep rate 87% · net $201,970 · real value $271,586 (your money goes further here)
| Step | USD/yr | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | $233,174 | Estimated gross for the role. |
| − Income tax & social | −$31,204 | Resident tax brackets; you keep 87%. |
| Net (after tax) | $201,970 | Take-home in nominal USD. |
| + Local prices (PPP) | +$69,616 | Cheaper than the US — your net buys more. |
| Real value (PPP-equiv. net) | $271,586 | What the net is worth in US price terms. |
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Singapore salary questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good salary in Singapore?▾
The national median is about $56,540 gross (~$54,404 after tax) for 2023. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $141,379 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Which jobs pay the most in Singapore?▾
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Singapore is estimated for cto / technology director, doctor (physician), senior software engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Does WhereNext estimate net salary after tax in Singapore?▾
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using Singapore's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
How reliable are these Singapore salary figures?▾
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2023 data). Per-profession figures are a model — the national median × the role's skill premium, not a per-role salary survey — so treat them as a planning guide, not a quote.