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Batam vs Changi

ID Indonesia SG Singapore

Batam, Indonesia compared with Changi, Singapore: cost of living, scores, climate and more.

At a glance

At a glance
ID Batam SG Changi
Country Indonesia Singapore
Nomad score 6.0 / 10 6.8 / 10
Cost of living $956 / mo $3,731 / mo
Internet speed Data unavailable Data unavailable
Weather now 31° / 25°C 30° / 25°C
Air quality (AQI) 80 Moderate 109 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Climate averages

Yearly averages of monthly climate data

Climate averages
ID Batam SG Changi
Average high 29.9°C 29.8°C
Average low 24.9°C 25.4°C
Precipitation 232 mm / mo 194 mm / mo
Sunshine 293 h / mo 292 h / mo
Humidity 84% 82%
Rain days 23.5 / mo 22.7 / mo
Wind speed 14.4 km/h 18 km/h

ID Batam · average high by month

SG Changi · average high by month

Air quality

Air quality
ID Batam SG Changi
US AQI 80 109
PM2.5 7.3 µg/m³ 34.9 µg/m³
PM10 7.3 µg/m³ 35.2 µg/m³
Ozone 44 µg/m³ 149 µg/m³
UV index 0 4

Business & Economy

Scores out of 10

Business & Economy
ID Batam SG Changi
Blockchain & Crypto Adoption 4.8 8.4
Local Payment Services 7.2 9.5
Startup Scene 3.9 8.6

Climate & Environment

Scores out of 10

Climate & Environment
ID Batam SG Changi
Air Conditioning 7.0 8.9
Green Spaces 5.0 7.8
Natural Disaster Risk 5.2 8.1
Noise Pollution 4.2 5.8
Seasonal Variety 2.4 2.2
Weather 5.6 5.1

Connectivity

Scores out of 10

Connectivity
ID Batam SG Changi
Mobile Network Coverage 8.5 9.7
Power Grid Reliability 6.9 9.8
Public WiFi Availability 5.0 9.0
VPN Reliability 7.5 9.1

Cost & Affordability

Scores out of 10

Cost & Affordability
ID Batam SG Changi
Accommodation Cost 8.0 1.9
Cost of Living 8.1 2.1
Currency Stability 5.9 9.5
Entertainment Cost 7.6 3.5
Food & Groceries 8.3 3.8
Gym Membership Cost 7.4 3.9
Transportation Cost 8.0 6.0

Culture & Entertainment

Scores out of 10

Culture & Entertainment
ID Batam SG Changi
Culture 5.8 6.8
Indoors Fun 5.3 7.1
Language Learning Opportunities 4.9 5.9
Local Experiences & Tours 6.0 6.6
Nightlife 5.5 4.4
Outdoors & Nature 6.0 7.8

Digital Nomad Community

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Community
ID Batam SG Changi
Nomad Events & Meetups 2.8 5.1
Nomad Friendly 5.7 7.4
Online Community Presence 3.0 5.3

Digital Nomad Essentials

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Essentials
ID Batam SG Changi
Cafes with WiFi 6.2 8.0
Coworking Spaces Availability 4.7 7.5
Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes 4.5 7.2
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.6 5.2
Internet Speed 7.2 9.6
Local SIM Card Availability 8.3 9.5

Food & Fitness

Scores out of 10

Food & Fitness
ID Batam SG Changi
Fitness Facilities 5.8 8.1
Food Scene 6.6 8.5
Healthy Food Options 5.3 8.0
Yoga Studios 4.2 6.4

Healthcare

Scores out of 10

Healthcare
ID Batam SG Changi
Healthcare 6.4 6.5
Healthcare Affordability 8.4 3.5
Healthcare Quality 5.6 9.3

Legal & Administrative

Scores out of 10

Legal & Administrative
ID Batam SG Changi
Digital Nomad Visa Availability 5.1 1.6
Ease of Business Registration 4.1 8.5
Ease of Opening Bank Account 3.3 6.2
Freedom of Speech 4.8 4.1
Political Stability 6.4 9.3
Tax Friendliness 5.5 7.1
Visa Ease 6.6 6.8

Quality of Life

Scores out of 10

Quality of Life
ID Batam SG Changi
Air Quality 4.8 6.9
Cleanliness 5.4 9.2
Environmental Quality 5.7 7.6
Family Friendly 6.1 8.3
Language Barrier 5.4 9.1
Work-Life Balance 6.9 6.5

Safety & Tolerance

Scores out of 10

Safety & Tolerance
ID Batam SG Changi
Female Friendly 6.7 9.1
Racial Tolerance 7.2 8.3
Safety 6.8 9.6

Transportation

Scores out of 10

Transportation
ID Batam SG Changi
Airport Connectivity 6.8 9.8
Cycling 3.0 6.7
Intercity Travel Options 6.6 7.7
Public Transit 3.7 9.6
Ride-sharing Services 7.3 9.1
Scooter/Bike Rental Availability 5.8 6.5
Walkability 3.7 7.4

Work Environment

Scores out of 10

Work Environment
ID Batam SG Changi
Coworking Quality 4.5 9.0
Freelance Ecosystem 3.7 7.1
Networking Opportunities 4.4 8.8
Remote Job Opportunities 3.9 7.9
Time Zone Favorability 7.0 7.6

Clothing

Local prices in US dollars

Clothing
ID Batam SG Changi
Jeans $17 per pair $62 per pair
Summer Dress $11 per dress $39 per dress
Running Shoes $28 per pair $93 per pair

Dining Out

Local prices in US dollars

Dining Out
ID Batam SG Changi
Dining Out $17 per month $124 per month

Entertainment

Local prices in US dollars

Entertainment
ID Batam SG Changi
Cinema Ticket $2.76 per ticket $9.33 per ticket

Food & Dining

Local prices in US dollars

Food & Dining
ID Batam SG Changi
Coffee $1.38 per cup $3.89 per cup
Beer $1.93 per pint $6.22 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $1.38 per meal $3.89 per meal
Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) $11 per meal $62 per meal
Fast Food Combo $3.04 per meal $6.22 per meal
Apples $1.66 per kg $2.33 per kg
Bread $0.83 per loaf $1.94 per loaf
Water (1.5L bottle) $0.28 per bottle $1.17 per bottle
Milk $1.11 per liter $2.33 per liter
Rice $0.83 per kg $1.55 per kg
Chicken Fillets $2.49 per kg $6.22 per kg
Beef $6.63 per kg $12 per kg
Wine (Mid-range) $14 per bottle $23 per bottle

Groceries

Local prices in US dollars

Groceries
ID Batam SG Changi
Groceries $83 per month $272 per month

Health Insurance

Local prices in US dollars

Health Insurance
ID Batam SG Changi
Health Insurance $17 per month $78 per month

Healthcare

Local prices in US dollars

Healthcare
ID Batam SG Changi
Doctor Visit (GP) $8.29 per visit $39 per visit
Pharmacy (basic meds) $2.76 per purchase $7.77 per purchase

Housing

Local prices in US dollars

Housing
ID Batam SG Changi
Housing $138 per month $1,010 per month
Apartment (1 bedroom) $193 per month $1,943 per month
Airbnb (1 month) $442 per month $2,332 per month
Coworking Space $83 per month $233 per month
Coliving Space $221 per month $1,166 per month

Internet & Mobile

Local prices in US dollars

Internet & Mobile
ID Batam SG Changi
Internet & Mobile $11 per month $39 per month

Leisure Activities

Local prices in US dollars

Leisure Activities
ID Batam SG Changi
Leisure Activities $11 per month $39 per month

Personal Care

Local prices in US dollars

Personal Care
ID Batam SG Changi
Haircut $2.76 per visit $19 per visit
Laundry $0.83 per kg $7.77 per kg

Services

Local prices in US dollars

Services
ID Batam SG Changi
Mobile Plan $5.53 per month $23 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $19 per month $31 per month
SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) $2.76 one-time $12 one-time
Gym Membership $17 per month $78 per month
Tennis Court (Weekend) $8.29 per hour $16 per hour

Transportation

Local prices in US dollars

Transportation
ID Batam SG Changi
Transportation $22 per month $78 per month
Taxi Start $0.55 per trip $3.03 per trip
Taxi per km $0.28 per km $0.93 per km
Monthly Transport Pass $17 per month $93 per month
Ride-hailing (5km) $1.38 per trip $7.77 per trip
Gasoline $0.55 per liter $1.94 per liter
Scooter Rental $3.87 per month $23 per month

Utilities

Local prices in US dollars

Utilities
ID Batam SG Changi
Utilities $17 per month $78 per month
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