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Honest comparison: working in Singapore vs KL

by Benedict Goh·February 11, 2026

SG: 2-3x salary, brutal cost of living. KL: lower salary, cheaper life, more family time. Moved back from SG after 4 years. No regrets.

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Comments (2)

Shannon Teh91

Been in Singapore 7 years. The savings rate difference is real but the lifestyle grind does take a toll eventually.

Ridhwan Bakar73

Malaysian professionals in Singapore still remit home — the KL property and family advantage is a real factor.