Narayanganj, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 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
Rental prices are low, though quality and modern amenities may vary.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and diverse options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are very cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited variety but affordable local entertainment options available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka experiences moderate inflation and some volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
59%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 10-20 Mbps; mobile internet more common but variable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
37%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
24%
Weight: 100
Narayanganj is not a known hub for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture is traditional; limited emphasis on work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
32%
Weight: 15
Industrial pollution affects air and water quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
Public areas often suffer from litter and poor sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
48%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is spoken by educated locals but limited outside urban centers.
💨 Air Quality
29%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a significant issue due to industrial activity and traffic.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; advanced medical services require travel to Dhaka.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality varies widely.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists locally; better options in nearby Dhaka.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters; monsoon season brings heavy rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
38%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and cyclones during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
27%
Weight: 10
Few parks or recreational green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in modern buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
39%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with limited seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Bengali culture with traditional festivals and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
41%
Weight: 15
Limited natural attractions within city; river nearby offers some outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Bengali.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
43%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours; cultural immersion possible through local markets and festivals.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few cinemas or entertainment centers; indoor activities limited.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with affordable street food and traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
42%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but are limited in number.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
61%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating possible but less emphasized.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+6 is convenient for Asia and parts of Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
34%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or expats.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
33%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still nascent and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup activity mostly centered in Dhaka.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment services like bKash are popular but limited international options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
22%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Dhaka (~20 km away); good international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
47%
Weight: 20
Limited formal public transit; rickshaws and buses common but informal.
🚶 Walkability
39%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
51%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Pathao and Uber operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
33%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure and safety are poor.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to Dhaka and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
37%
Weight: 10
Limited formal rental services; informal options exist.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
62%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional slowdowns reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages still occur, but improving.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special benefits for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some government controls on media and internet.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest occurs.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Requires local documentation; challenging for foreigners without residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
47%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
31%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
18%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Narayanganj digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
63%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for foreigners but petty crime can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative society; women should exercise caution especially when alone.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited exposure to diverse international populations.