Singapore vs Vietnam: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On SGD 130,000 (about ₫2,640,162,306) you take home SGD 104,023 in Singapore and ₫1,909,427,299 in Vietnam (about SGD 94,019) — Singapore leaves you 11% more.
You keep more in Vietnam up to about SGD 51,000, 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) | Singapore | Vietnam | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | SGD 25,508 | ₫547,762,596 | Vietnam +6% |
| $40K | SGD 40,257 | ₫847,200,095 | Vietnam +4% |
| $60K | SGD 59,608 | ₫1,209,784,288 | About the same |
| $80K | SGD 77,464 | ₫1,513,402,953 | Singapore +4% |
| $100K | SGD 104,023 | ₫1,909,427,299 | Singapore +11% |
| $150K | SGD 155,086 | ₫2,701,475,990 | Singapore +17% |
| $200K | SGD 212,088 | ₫3,625,532,797 | Singapore +19% |
| $300K | SGD 307,494 | ₫5,209,630,181 | Singapore +20% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Singapore or Vietnam?
At SGD 130,000, Singapore takes less of your pay: you keep 80% there, against 72% in Vietnam.
What is the top tax rate in Singapore and Vietnam?
The top income tax rate is 24% in Singapore and 35% in Vietnam.
How much do I take home on SGD 130,000 in each?
On SGD 130,000 (about ₫2,640,162,306) you take home SGD 104,023 in Singapore and ₫1,909,427,299 in Vietnam (about SGD 94,019).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details