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Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Budget guesthouses and modest apartments available at low cost; limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; eating out is inexpensive but limited variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Local transport like rickshaws and buses are very cheap; limited taxi services.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited formal entertainment venues; beach and nature activities are free or low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, often basic facilities; membership prices are low but options limited.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate inflation and some volatility, but relatively stable in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
4G widely available; internet speed is moderate but can be inconsistent, especially during peak hours.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups or cafes with WiFi.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
64%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach lifestyle supports good work-life balance but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Natural beach environment is attractive but some pollution and waste management issues exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public areas and streets can be untidy; beach cleanliness varies seasonally.
🗨️ Language Barrier
37%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is limited outside tourist areas, posing communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Generally better than urban centers but occasional haze and dust affect air quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking a quiet beach environment but limited child-focused amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
39%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; no advanced medical facilities locally, requiring travel to bigger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality and availability are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
41%
Weight: 20
Limited local healthcare infrastructure; suitable for minor issues only.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; monsoon season brings heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
32%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to cyclones and flooding during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Natural green areas and beach surroundings abundant but urban green spaces limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; some areas affected by traffic and local markets.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and crafts; limited exposure to international culture.
🌃 Nightlife
23%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Beautiful beaches and natural surroundings ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Bengali exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Local tours available focusing on nature and cultural sites but limited variety.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
69%
Weight: 25
Local Bengali cuisine is flavorful; limited international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
31%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some informal classes available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+6 time zone is moderately favorable for communication with Asia and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance ecosystem; few coworking or support services.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and basic, lacking modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
22%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity locally; most startups concentrated in Dhaka.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment services exist but are less developed compared to major cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and infrastructure for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Cox's Bazar with limited international flights; Dhaka airport is main hub.
🚇 Public Transit
27%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are minimal; mostly informal transport modes.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Beachfront areas are walkable; urban areas less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
32%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or unavailable; reliance on rickshaws and taxis.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure is lacking and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and ferry services connect to other cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but limited in number and quality.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in most areas; some rural spots have weaker signals.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional slowdowns reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in hotels and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but digital nomad-specific visas are not available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex for foreigners; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
52%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucratic hurdles.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or remote work permit currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Cox's Bazar digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists but petty crime and scams exist.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture may pose challenges; female travelers should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited exposure to diverse international populations.