Singaporean & foreigners Living in Johor Bahru
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In fact, a survey by The Independent SG found that 55% of Singaporeans polled said they would move to JB to avoid high living costs. (Source: The Independent SG)
An Interview with Erika Oktora on Living in the Developing Locations of Johor
"You work in Singapore but stay in Johor. Tell us why you decided on moving to Johor? How much time does your daily commute take?"
(Source :Holiday Home Times)
Singaporeans are snapping up properties near the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link in Johor Bahru in anticipation of easier access across the border once the project is completed.
(Source: CNA)
The majority of Singaporeans are buying for their own stay, for retirement or for family members nearing retirement, he adds. Johor offers more in terms of the quality of the environment and space, apart from a lower cost of living compared with Singapore.
(Source: The Edge Malaysia)
Ms Loh is among a small group of Singaporeans who have relocated to Johor Bahru following the reopening of borders.
“I wanted a job that could accommodate my choice to live in Johor Bahru because it allows me to lower my living expenses. I can also save on transport, cook my own lunches and have more time for myself,” she added.
(Source: CNA)
Save money, bigger home: Actor Shaun Chen on why he moved to JB with his family (Source: New Straights Times)
cost of daughters studying in international school there is similar to S'pore school fees (Source: CNA)
School Cost Comparison: Johor Bahru vs. Singapore (2025, Annual Fees)
Sources: Fees sourced from school websites and databases like international-schools-database.com, edarabia.com, and educationdestinationmalaysia.com ,(as of October 2025).
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference only and is based on publicly available data as of October 2025. School fees, exchange rates, and policies may vary or change; we strongly recommend verifying directly with the schools for the most up-to-date details. We do not take responsibility for any discrepancies, inaccuracies, or decisions made based on this comparison.
JB international schools cost 40-70% less than Singapore’s, saving SGD 10,000–35,000/year per child. For a family with two kids, this could mean SGD 20,000–70,000 saved annually, redirectable to housing
Preschool (Ages 3-6)
Austin Heights International School (JB): https://www.austinheights.edu.my/ – Official site for fee details and enrollment.
Fairview International School (JB): https://fairview.edu.my/our-campuses/location-johor-bahru/ – Official JB campus page with program info.
EtonHouse International School (SG): https://www.etonhouse.edu.sg/ – Official site for preschool fees and admissions.
International School of Singapore (ISS): https://www.iss.edu.sg/ – Official site for fee structure.
Primary (Ages 7-12)
New Bridge International School (JB): https://www.newbridge.edu.my/ – Official site for primary programs and costs.
Marlborough College Malaysia (JB): https://www.marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org/ – Official site for primary fees.
Stamford American International School (SG): https://www.sais.edu.sg/ – Official site for primary tuition details.
Dulwich College Singapore (SG): https://singapore.dulwich.org/ – Official site for primary school fees.
Secondary (Ages 13-18)
Invictus International School (JB): https://www.invictus.edu.my/ – Official site for secondary curriculum and fees.
Marlborough College Malaysia (JB): https://www.marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org/admissions/fees/ – Official fees page for secondary levels.
UWCSEA (SG): https://www.uwcsea.edu.sg/ – Official site for secondary fees.
Tanglin Trust School (SG): https://www.tts.edu.sg/ – Official site for secondary program costs.
Doris School (General SG Source): https://www.doris.school/schools – Comparison tool for Singapore international schools.
Boarding (Optional, Ages 13-18)
Marlborough College Malaysia (JB): https://www.marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org/boarding/boarding-overview/ – Official boarding overview and fees.
UWCSEA (SG): https://www.uwcsea.edu.sg/admissions/boarding-applications – Official boarding applications and costs.
Additional Costs (General Sources)
International Schools Database (JB/SG General): https://www.international-schools-database.com/ – Database for fee comparisons across JB and SG schools.
Education Destination Malaysia (JB General): https://educationdestinationmalaysia.com/ – Resource for JB school costs and extras.
SchoolAdvisor.my (JB General): https://schooladvisor.my/ – Malaysian school advisor for additional fees.
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