Tanglin, Singapore

Singapore

Tanglin is a small city in Singapore with a population of 21,810. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

21,810 Population 36/sq mi density

89 ft Elevation 27 meters

81°F Avg Temperature 27°C

104.2 in Annual Rain

Asia / Singapore Timezone

$65,200 Median Income

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$65,200 median income, 2.8% unemployment

Affordability

3.2 / 5.0

$1,800/mo rent

Safety

4.4 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

B+

Education

3.8 / 5.0

35.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $65,200

13% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,800

55% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 13.9%

57% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.0%

19% lower than US avg

People

Population21,810

Median Age42.2 yrs

Density36/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

B+

Median Income$65,200

Per Capita$85,412

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty10.0%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$1,800

Ownership89.3%

Crime

Violent0/100K

PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity13.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking13.1%

Depression9.6%

Heart Disease10.3%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)

AQI5 (Good)

Rain104.2 in/yr

Sunny Days327/yr

Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband94.3%

Population	21,810
Population Density	36 / sq mi
Elevation	89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates	1.3167°, 103.8167°
Timezone	Asia/Singapore
Country	🇸🇬 Singapore
Average Temperature	81°F (27°C)
January Average	78°F (25°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	104.2 inches (2,646 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$65,200
Median Age	42.2 years

Is Tanglin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tanglin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Tanglin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tanglin is $65,200, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Safety & Crime

Tanglin is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tanglin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 104.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 5.

Tanglin has a population of 21,810 with a density of 36 people per square mile, spread across 610.3 square miles. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. 22.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,810

Total Population

People / sq mi

42.2yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

610.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%

Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tanglin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tanglin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tanglin is $65,200, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $85,412 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Tanglin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,200
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$85,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.0%
	19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	60.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,800 (55% above the national average of $1,163). 89.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,800
	55% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	89.3%
Owner-Occupied	89.3%
Renter-Occupied	10.7%

Property Tax

In Tanglin, 13.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 10.3% of residents, above the national average. 31.5% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 2.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 9.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 8.1% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Tanglin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	13.9%
	57% below US avg
Diabetes	7.9%
Heart Disease	10.3%
High Blood Pressure	31.5%
COPD	0.0%
Kidney Disease	0.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.1%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	2.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	9.6%
Mental Distress	8.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Premature Death	103/100K

Food & Exercise

Tanglin has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Overall, Tanglin receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Tanglin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.1/100K
	100% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	A
Safety Score	4.4 / 5.0

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Tanglin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 104.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 5 / among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	80.6°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	78°F (25°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	89 ft (27 m)
Area	610.3 sq mi (1,580.8 km²)
Population Density	36/sq mi
Coordinates	1.3167°N, 103.8167°W
Timezone	Asia/Singapore

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.2"

174% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Dec) 11.38"

Driest Month (Jul) 6.18"

Air Quality

AQI Median	5.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	94.0%

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on May 25, 2008.

May 25, 2008	68 km SSW of Batu Pahat, Malaysia	M3.8	134 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Vamei (2001, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2001	Vamei	Category 1	68 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	78°F (25°C)	8.6 in	Coldest
February	80°F (27°C)	7.1 in
March	81°F (27°C)	7.1 in
April	81°F (27°C)	7.8 in
May	82°F (28°C)	6.9 in	Warmest
June	81°F (27°C)	6.7 in
July	81°F (27°C)	6.2 in	Driest
August	81°F (27°C)	6.5 in
September	81°F (27°C)	6.8 in
October	81°F (27°C)	7.9 in
November	80°F (27°C)	10.0 in
December	79°F (26°C)	11.4 in	Wettest

Tanglin has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.4") and July the driest (6.2").

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35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 94.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	36/sq mi
Total Area	610.3 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	94.3%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Tanglin

35 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WARNA 942	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
Warna 942 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
YES 933 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Class 95 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
CLASS 95	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
YES 933	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
LOVE 972	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
Gold 905 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Love 972 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Capital 958 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Kiss92	pop music	MP3 96 kbps
Jia 883 Radio	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
987FM	music, news	AAC+ 64 kbps
Power 98 Love Songs	—	MP3 96 kbps
CAPITAL 958	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
OLI 968	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
Oli 96.8 FM	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
GOLD 905	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
Ria 897 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
RIA 897	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
Symphony 924 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Channel News Asia TV	—	UNKNOWN
One FM 91.3	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
938 Now Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
SkyChatzFM (MY)	mixed	MP3 64 kbps
Warna	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Hidayah 103.4 FM (ID)	islam, salafy	MP3 96 kbps
CNA938	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
987	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
ONE FM 91.3 SPH AAC	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
Symphony 924	melisten	AAC+ 64 kbps
indiego	melisten	MP3
Oli 968 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Hang 106 FM (ID)	—	MP3 64 kbps
Mediacorp 987 Radio	—	AAC+ 48 kbps

Airports Near Tanglin

15 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Hang Nadim International Airport	BTH	Large Airport
Senai International Airport	JHB	Large Airport
Singapore Changi Airport	SIN	Large Airport
Changi Air Base (East)	—	Medium Airport
Kluang Airport	—	Medium Airport
Paya Lebar Air Base	QPG	Medium Airport
Raja Haji Fisabilillah International Airport	TNJ	Medium Airport
Seletar Airport	XSP	Medium Airport
Sembawang Air Base	—	Medium Airport
Tengah Air Base	TGA	Medium Airport
Felda Lok Heng Airport	—	Small Airport
Lim Chu Kang Road (Tengah Highway Strip)	—	Small Airport
Murai Airfield	—	Small Airport
Pulau Sudong Military Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Raja Haji Abdullah Airport	TJB	Small Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tanglin

1 UNESCO sites.

Site	Category	Year
Singapore Botanic Gardens	Cultural	2015

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Waterfalls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tanglin

What is the population of Tanglin?

Tanglin has a population of 21,810 residents and is located in Singapore. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 610.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Tanglin expensive to live in?

Tanglin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,200, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, above the national average of $1,163.

Is Tanglin safe?

Tanglin is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Tanglin receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Tanglin?

Tanglin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 5.

How is the job market in Tanglin?

The job market in Tanglin is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Tanglin?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,800. The homeownership rate is 89.3%.

How are the schools in Tanglin?

35.0% of adults in Tanglin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tanglin?

The obesity rate in Tanglin is 13.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 9.6% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Johor Bahru 858,118 pop · 11.1 mi Kampung Pasir Gudang Baru 145,639 pop · 11.6 mi Pasir Gudang 534,659 pop · 11.8 mi Masai 141,730 pop · 12.8 mi Taman Permas Jaya 45,000 pop · 13.4 mi Bandar Seri Alam 220,000 pop · 13.6 mi Kampung Larkin Lama 500,000 pop · 13.8 mi Pelentong 583,640 pop · 14.4 mi Iskandar Puteri 575,977 pop · 14.4 mi Perling 101,263 pop · 14.6 mi Taman Scientex 30,000 pop · 15.2 mi Horizon Hills 18,800 pop · 15.3 mi Johor Jaya 66,000 pop · 15.4 mi Kampung Kangkar Teberau 412,373 pop · 15.5 mi

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Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Tanglin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Tanglin vs U.S. Average

Income: Tanglin vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Tanglin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Tanglin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Monthly Weather

Education

Area & Infrastructure

Services

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Radio Stations near Tanglin

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tanglin

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