Cyprus vs Singapore: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about SGD 127,783) you take home €63,442 in Cyprus and SGD 102,061 in Singapore (about €70,286) — Singapore leaves you 11% more.
You keep more in Cyprus up to about €35,000, and more in Singapore above that.
Figures are for citizens and permanent residents. Foreign nationals don't pay the citizens-only contributions, so they take home more.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Cyprus | Singapore | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €19,481 | SGD 25,466 | Cyprus +11% |
| $40K | €29,194 | SGD 40,120 | Cyprus +6% |
| $60K | €40,953 | SGD 59,578 | About the same |
| $80K | €51,557 | SGD 78,929 | Singapore +5% |
| $100K | €63,442 | SGD 102,061 | Singapore +11% |
| $150K | €90,019 | SGD 154,077 | Singapore +18% |
| $200K | €121,658 | SGD 213,195 | Singapore +21% |
| $300K | €173,658 | SGD 305,575 | Singapore +21% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Cyprus or Singapore?
At €88,000, Singapore takes less of your pay: you keep 80% there, against 72% in Cyprus.
What is the top tax rate in Cyprus and Singapore?
The top income tax rate is 35% in Cyprus and 24% in Singapore.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about SGD 127,783) you take home €63,442 in Cyprus and SGD 102,061 in Singapore (about €70,286).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details