Salary Breakdown
Startup Founder salary in Singapore
MOM data on what startup founders earn across industries, age bands, and company sizes.
A startup founder in Singapore earns a median gross salary of $12,137 per month, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $7,550 to $18,050. Professional Services pays the highest median at $17,963.
$7,550 25th percentile
$12,137 Median
$18,050 75th percentile
Gross monthly wages including employer CPF. Source: Ministry of Manpower, Occupational Wage Survey 2024.
By industry
| Industry | 25th | Median | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Services | $12,000 | $17,963 | $20,000 |
| Information & Communications | $10,750 | $15,410 | $20,000 |
| Transportation & Storage | $10,000 | $14,700 | $18,771 |
| Public Administration & Education | $11,200 | $13,823 | $16,667 |
| Real Estate Services | $8,300 | $13,379 | $18,000 |
| Manufacturing | $7,557 | $13,136 | $19,338 |
| Wholesale & Retail Trade | $8,800 | $13,000 | $20,000 |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | $8,218 | $11,741 | $15,000 |
| Financial & Insurance Services | $7,833 | $11,380 | $16,828 |
| Construction | $5,000 | $8,019 | $13,000 |
| Health & Social Services | $6,156 | $7,092 | $10,271 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | $3,000 | $5,000 | $9,160 |
| Administrative & Support Services | $3,000 | $4,650 | $10,800 |
By age band
| Age | Median gross |
|---|---|
| 25-29 | $4,183 |
| 30-39 | $10,000 |
| 40-49 | $12,127 |
| 50-59 | $13,867 |
By sex
| Sex | Count | Median gross |
|---|---|---|
| male | 1,378 | $12,915 |
| female | 781 | $10,916 |
By company size
| Size | Median gross |
|---|---|
| small | $11,061 |
| large | $12,800 |
What does this mean for you?
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