Singapore73.93
Overall rating
Open country profileSingapore vs. United States: Country Comparison
Singapore leads the overall rating with 73.93 points, ahead of United States with 68.90 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Territorial Tax System and Transaction Costs.
Singapore
United States68.90
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Singapore scores clearly better than United States on Territorial Tax System.
United States scores clearly better than Singapore on Transaction Costs.
United States scores clearly better than Singapore on Dual Citizenship Allowed.
United States scores clearly better than Singapore on Energy Self-Sufficiency.
Singapore scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Singapore on Mountain Access.
United States scores clearly better than Singapore on Car Purchase Index.
Singapore scores clearly better than United States on Flood Risk.
Categories Compared
Singapore
87 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 84 | 64 | Singapore |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 96 | 79 | Singapore |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 86 | 42 | Singapore |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 75 | 70 | Singapore |
| Legal Protection & Property | 83 | 70 | Singapore |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 87 | 71 | Singapore |
Singapore
83 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 83 | 70 | Singapore |
| Environmental Health | 81 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 85 | 69 | Singapore |
Singapore
77 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 78 | 58 | Singapore |
| Investment & Capital Access | 84 | 75 | Singapore |
| Banking & Fintech | 80 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 79 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 24 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 79 | 65 | Singapore |
| Macroeconomics | 78 | 70 | Singapore |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 90 | 87 | Singapore |
Singapore
41 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 43 | 44 | United States |
| Food & Basic Goods | 20 | 18 | Singapore |
| Dining & Going Out | 32 | 35 | United States |
| Mobility Costs | 37 | 58 | United States |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 41 | Singapore |
| Personal Services | 43 | 39 | Singapore |
Singapore
80 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 87 | 74 | Singapore |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 80 | 67 | Singapore |
| Electricity & Energy | 63 | 72 | United States |
| Internet & Connectivity | 89 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 85 | 58 | Singapore |
Singapore
54 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 38 | 45 | United States |
| Climate & Weather | 69 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 28 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 64 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 57 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 81 | 68 | Singapore |
| Family-Friendly | 55 | 53 | Singapore |
| Pet-Friendly | 43 | 59 | United States |
Singapore
87 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 92 | 73 | Singapore |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 85 | 77 | Singapore |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 88 | 78 | Singapore |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 96 | 82 | Singapore |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 70 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 84 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 78 | 77 | Singapore |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 99 | 76 | Singapore |
Singapore
81 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 97 | 87 | Singapore |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 97 | 89 | Singapore |
| Attractions & Activities | 78 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 64 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 52 | 45 | Singapore |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 98 | 85 | Singapore |
Singapore
66 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Singapore | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 56 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 84 | 79 | Singapore |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 59 | 57 | Singapore |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 70 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 59 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 81 | 73 | Singapore |
| Religion & Worldviews | 72 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 53 | 63 | United States |