Singapore is an expensive city for upper middle class life style. Salaries vary based on industry and typ of package. Ofcourse banks pay higher + bonus
Service sector salaries are based on local or expat packages. local package salaries rane from S$100-$140K for a 8-12 years experience
about 60K for graduates with engineering degree
For expats it could go to S$130-$200K (including living expense) for a 8-12 years experience. Some may even get car allowance
If you coming from outside of singapore best is to ask for a gloabal package for atleast 1 year. Depending upon life style some items could be very costly in Singapore ( more than Europe/US)
Get to know what kind of housing you need based on u r single or married. A 2 bed room (1000 sq ft) apt can easily go to S$3500+ and S$7000 in middle of city
Car is a huge luxury. A entry level Sedan ( Honda Civic) can cost you S$140K
Most peoplr commute by trains and taxis. You coule spend S$750 monthly on commute if you use taxis a lot.
Trains are cheaper about S$2 for most places
Food is cheaper if you get use to local foods. Restaurants can be S$25+ for a single dinner. Every Beer is S$5 extra
The place is between Western world and asian culture. You will see people gelling with each other but to a limit.
If you come from Europe/US surburbs and a accostaimed to live in large apts or single family houses, make sure you take a aprtment hunting trip before deciding to work here.
housing style is different and expensive unless ur company supports
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The salary for an engineer who has 8 years experience in Singapore is on average 47,300 US dollars per year. Working experience does not have a major effect on salary for this position.
"http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_minimum_salary_in_Singapore"
just over 6 figures.... the going salary
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