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Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Budget guesthouses and modest apartments are inexpensive; limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer cheap and fresh options; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Local transport like rickshaws and buses are very cheap, though limited in coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited formal entertainment venues; beach and nature activities are mostly free.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
51%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; prices are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
56%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate inflation and some volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
53%
Weight: 100
4G widely available but speeds can be inconsistent; fiber internet is rare.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
24%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
47%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
31%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a known hotspot for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable plans available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
64%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach town vibe supports good balance but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Natural beauty is high but some pollution and waste management issues exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public areas and streets can be littered; sanitation standards vary.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; better near the coast but affected by regional pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking nature but limited child-focused amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is variable.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to Dhaka.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters; monsoon season brings heavy rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
32%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to cyclones and flooding during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural greenery and beach areas; few formal parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Limited AC availability in budget accommodations; more common in upscale hotels.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
28%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from monsoon rains.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and local markets; quieter near beaches.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and crafts; limited international cultural exposure.
🌃 Nightlife
21%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hills, and natural reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Tours focused on nature and local culture available but not highly developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
34%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some informal classes available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor exercise options; no specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; street food varies in healthiness.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
62%
Weight: 20
GMT+6 is moderately favorable for working with Asia and Europe, less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Growing but still nascent freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not optimized for productivity.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
23%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity locally; Dhaka is the main hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps exist but not widely used by foreigners.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Cox's Bazar with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mainly rickshaws and buses.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Beachfront areas are walkable; other parts less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; reliance on local transport.
🚲 Cycling
42%
Weight: 10
Possible in some areas but infrastructure is minimal 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
45%
Weight: 10
Some rental options exist but not widespread or well-organized.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional restrictions possible.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages occur; backup power often needed.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in hotels and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special provisions for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some government monitoring of online content.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest occurs.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Cox's Bazar nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; women should exercise caution especially when alone.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited exposure to diverse foreigners.