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Dhaka, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city compared to global standards, especially for accommodation and food.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Low rental prices, though quality varies significantly; expat areas are pricier but still affordable.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very cheap; imported goods cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are extremely cheap; ride-sharing apps are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger global cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but quality and facilities vary; premium gyms cost more.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate inflation and some volatility, but relatively stable in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps in urban areas; occasional outages and slower speeds in some neighborhoods.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
51%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces; mostly concentrated in business districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi but connection quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are emerging.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low international nomad presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
55%
Weight: 30
Long working hours common; limited leisure infrastructure affects balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
32%
Weight: 15
High pollution levels and poor waste management impact environment negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
City struggles with cleanliness and sanitation issues in many areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
56%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is spoken in business and tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
28%
Weight: 15
One of the worst air pollution levels globally, especially during winter months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
47%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and activities; crowded urban environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
47%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; private hospitals offer better services but still below international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
49%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; expats often travel abroad for serious treatments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
64%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters; monsoon season brings heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Flooding and cyclones are risks during monsoon season; infrastructure resilience is moderate.
🏞️ Green Spaces
37%
Weight: 10
Few well-maintained parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Widely available in hotels, malls, and offices; less common in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with three main seasons; lacks distinct four-season variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
29%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic, construction, and street activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, music, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly restaurants and cafes, few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
43%
Weight: 15
Urban environment with limited natural outdoor spaces; nearby rural areas offer more nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
59%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Bengali exist but limited formal language schools for foreigners.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and local markets provide authentic experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
52%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls and cinemas available but entertainment options are limited.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Vibrant street food culture and traditional Bengali cuisine; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
54%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer yoga classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
61%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating gaining popularity.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+6 is convenient for Asia and parts of Europe but less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited expat and digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
37%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still nascent compared to larger hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
48%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with limited amenities and inconsistent internet.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem focused on tech and services but still developing.
💳 Local Payment Services
62%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps growing but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity; crypto use is low.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
57%
Weight: 30
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport connects to major Asian hubs but limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
44%
Weight: 20
Bus and rickshaw services available but lack modern infrastructure and reliability.
🚶 Walkability
39%
Weight: 20
Crowded streets and poor pedestrian infrastructure reduce walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
71%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate widely and affordably.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Unsafe and impractical due to traffic congestion and lack of bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
56%
Weight: 15
Train and bus services connect Dhaka to other cities but can be slow and crowded.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
31%
Weight: 10
Limited formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout in early stages.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional slowdowns reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
53%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages in some areas; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in malls and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
42%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited benefits for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
51%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some government monitoring and censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
56%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest and strikes.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
48%
Weight: 15
Lengthy documentation and verification processes for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming but improving with digital initiatives.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
43%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small online groups and forums but limited activity.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime common but violent crime is less frequent.
♀️ Female Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety concerns can be challenging for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
53%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.