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Salary Intelligence
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 $52,941 gross (~$40,897 after tax, 2023 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$42,530 to ~$185,465 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 (2023)
$52,941 gross · $40,897 after tax · $54,994 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $225,944 | $185,465 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $209,097 | $171,819 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $168,211 | $138,383 |
| AI Engineer | $159,880 | $131,548 |
| Engineering Manager | $159,374 | $131,118 |
| Dentist | $153,985 | $126,537 |
| Product Manager | $131,466 | $107,396 |
| Data Engineer | $129,198 | $105,468 |
| Software Engineer | $127,180 | $103,753 |
| Cloud Engineer | $123,887 | $100,954 |
| DevOps Engineer | $123,516 | $100,639 |
| Pharmacist | $122,282 | $99,590 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $117,988 | $95,869 |
| Management Consultant | $113,084 | $91,529 |
| Data Scientist | $106,975 | $86,123 |
| Sales Manager | $101,466 | $81,247 |
| General Manager | $95,419 | $75,896 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $94,382 | $74,978 |
| Marketing Manager | $92,242 | $73,084 |
| Project Manager | $92,242 | $73,084 |
| Civil Engineer | $91,643 | $72,554 |
| UX Designer | $88,683 | $69,934 |
| Operations Manager | $86,998 | $68,443 |
| Physiotherapist | $85,524 | $67,139 |
| Business Analyst | $83,217 | $65,097 |
| HR Manager | $82,020 | $64,038 |
| Finance Analyst | $79,159 | $61,468 |
| University Lecturer | $76,720 | $59,200 |
| Remote Freelancer | $73,504 | $56,209 |
| Content Writer | $68,265 | $52,083 |
| Accountant | $63,949 | $48,933 |
| Hospitality Manager | $61,787 | $47,355 |
| Nurse | $58,660 | $45,072 |
| Teacher | $57,852 | $44,482 |
| Graphic Designer | $57,224 | $44,023 |
| Plumber | $56,340 | $43,378 |
| Electrician | $55,854 | $43,023 |
| Chef | $55,177 | $42,530 |
“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 (today)
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.
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The national median is about $52,941 gross (~$40,897 after tax) for 2023. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $129,825 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
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.
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.
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.