The latest salary data from the Ministry of Manpower shows that 57 common occupations earned a median annual salary of at least S$100,000 in Singapore.
Singapore's highest-paying careers aren't limited to just chief executives or senior managers now. The latest salary data from the Ministry of Manpower shows that 57 common occupations earned a median annual salary of at least S$100,000.
The list covers 26 management roles and 31 professional occupations. It shows that deep expertise can be just as rewarding as climbing the management ladder. Managers make up almost half of the six-figure occupations, with many working in finance, sales and business leadership. Professionals holding their own include doctors, lawyers, engineers, university lecturers, data scientists, artificial intelligence developers, veterinarians, designers, editors and pilots.
The figures suggest employers continue paying a premium for people with specialised knowledge and skills, even when they don't supervise large teams. One result may surprise some. Chief executive officers and company directors rank below chief information officers and chief technology officers in median pay.
However, this doesn't mean technology leaders earn more in every company. The report says CEOs work across businesses of all sizes, including many smaller firms where salaries vary more. CIO and CTO roles are mostly found in larger organisations, resulting in a higher median pay for those positions. The list covers careers across finance, healthcare, education, engineering, technology and other sectors.
It paints a picture of a job market where strong skills and experience continue to command high salaries. The figures also show there isn't a single route to a well-paid career. Some people build businesses. Others spend years mastering a profession before reaching the top of their field.
Salary alone shouldn't decide a career. Interest, ability and long-term growth must be taken into account. Yet MOM's latest data is a useful indicator that Singapore offers many paths to a six-figure income for those willing to build valuable skills
Please follow us on Google to support usSingapore Ministry Of Manpower Salary Data High-Paying Careers Management Roles Professional Occupations
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News: You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
S$1 billion more a year expected to flow from Singapore residents into Johor Bahru after RTS Link opens-business studyA new business study commissioned by the Singapore Business Federation, the Restaurant Association of Singapore, and the Singapore Retailers Association predicts that Singapore residents will spend an extra S$1.05 billion annually in Johor Bahru after the RTS Link opens in January 2027, while Johor Bahru visitors will spend an additional S$756 million in Singapore, leaving Singapore with a net outflow of about S$290 million per year. The study estimates a 51% rise in outbound trips from Singapore to Johor Bahru, adding 11.2 million round-trip trips annually, and an increase of 3.3 million trips in the opposite direction. Groceries, drug stores, dining, and beauty services are expected to account for the largest share of additional spending in Johor Bahru. The west, north-east, north, and east of Singapore are projected to see the biggest net spending outflows, while central Singapore may benefit more from inbound spending. The findings are based on surveys of 1,700 Singapore and 400 Johor Bahru consumers, along with credit card data and government statistics. Industry groups recommend expanding support for businesses exposed to cross-border spending, enhancing tourism appeal, and providing temporary property tax relief and flexible foreign worker deployment to help businesses adapt. The recommendations have been shared with government agencies and the RTS Link task force.
Read more »
Singapore cancels work permits of two Bangladeshi nationals for extremist posts on social mediaTwo Bangladeshi nationals in Singapore had their work permits cancelled due to extremist social media postings investigated by the ISD.
Read more »
Singapore cancels work permits, repatriates two Bangladeshi workers over extremist social media postsThe Internal Security Department (ISD) said the work permits of two Bangladeshi workers were cancelled and they were repatriated after separate investigations into extremist posts on social media. The men expressed support for a radical Islamist writer and made divisive religious remarks. No evidence of planned attacks or terrorism activity in Singapore was found, but their views were deemed harmful to Singapore's multi-racial society. The men were later detained in Bangladesh upon arrival.
Read more »
Singapore Consumers to Outspend Malaysians in Johor Bahru After RTS Link Opens, Study FindsA study led by the Singapore Business Federation estimates that Singapore consumers will spend an additional S$1.05 billion annually in Johor Bahru after the RTS Link begins operations, compared to S$756 million in extra spending by Malaysian visitors in Singapore, creating a S$290 million spending gap. The report projects 11.2 million extra round trips from Singapore to Johor Bahru and 3.3 million additional trips in the opposite direction, totaling approximately 39,700 extra daily cross-border journeys, with grocery shopping expected to dominate spending.
Read more »