Barisal, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
#1879
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Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Barisal is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with basic apartments available at very affordable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce and staples at low prices; eating out is inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are very cheap, making local travel affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but low cost for available activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; memberships are inexpensive.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate inflation and some volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable compared to global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces in Barisal.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Barisal is not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some green areas but also urban challenges.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside educated circles.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is moderate to poor, especially during dry seasons.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters; monsoon season can be heavy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
Prone to flooding and cyclones during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and riverbanks but limited urban green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
AC is not widespread in homes or public places; mostly available in hotels.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and street activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich Bengali culture with traditional festivals and cuisine.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Nearby rivers and countryside offer natural exploration opportunities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; Bengali language immersion possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and river tours available but limited tourist infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few cinemas or indoor entertainment venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Local Bengali cuisine is flavorful and affordable.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+6 is convenient for Asia but less so for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional or expat networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most work is informal.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are nearly non-existent.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Barisal.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps exist but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and regulatory uncertainty.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Barisal has a domestic airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Rickshaws and buses available but no formal mass transit.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but lacks dedicated lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and ferry services connect Barisal to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Some informal rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but digital nomad visas are not available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not optimized for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not established as a digital nomad destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence for nomads in Barisal.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture may present challenges for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity.