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Narayanganj, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards; daily expenses including food and transport are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low but quality and availability of modern apartments can be limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are inexpensive; imported goods cost more but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are very cheap; ride-sharing apps are affordable but less prevalent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; local events and cinemas are inexpensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; memberships are affordable but facilities vary.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate inflation and some volatility, but relatively stable in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 10-20 Mbps; mobile internet 4G widely available but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces in Narayanganj; most digital nomads rely on cafes or work from Dhaka.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with reliable WiFi; internet quality varies and is often slow.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Narayanganj is not a known destination for digital nomads; most prefer Dhaka or other cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable data plans available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture is traditional; long working hours common but local lifestyle is relaxed outside work.
🌳 Environmental Quality
34%
Weight: 15
Industrial pollution affects air and water quality; limited green spaces contribute to lower environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with visible litter and waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
47%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is spoken by educated youth but limited outside business and tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
29%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a significant issue due to industrial activity and traffic congestion.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities exist; limited international schools and child-friendly activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
41%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; advanced medical care requires travel to Dhaka.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to global standards, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities in Narayanganj; better options are accessible 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
42%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding during monsoon; low risk of earthquakes or cyclones compared to coastal areas.
🏞️ Green Spaces
33%
Weight: 10
Few parks or recreational green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices but less so in local homes and cafes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
32%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic, industry, and street vendors.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Bengali culture with traditional festivals, music, and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; most social activities occur during the day.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
40%
Weight: 15
Limited natural attractions within city; river nearby offers some outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
38%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Bengali exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours; local markets and river trips offer authentic experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
37%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; cinemas and small malls available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with many street food options; international cuisine is limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
26%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers may offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
51%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are available; processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
GMT+6 timezone is convenient for Asia and some European countries but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
29%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events; most opportunities are in Dhaka.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads work with international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but infrastructure and support are limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
27%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those available are basic and lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent; most activity centered in Dhaka.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment services like bKash are popular; international payment options limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity; crypto use is low.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
38%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Dhaka, about 30 km away; no direct airport in Narayanganj.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited formal public transit; rickshaws and buses are common but informal.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks are inconsistent; walking possible but not always safe or comfortable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Pathao and Uber operate but coverage is less extensive than Dhaka.
🚲 Cycling
33%
Weight: 10
Cycling is common for locals but infrastructure is poor and traffic is heavy.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
52%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to Dhaka and other cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
29%
Weight: 10
Limited formal rental services; informal bike rentals exist but safety is a concern.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional slowdowns due to network congestion.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
58%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages still occur but improving with infrastructure upgrades.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
24%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
47%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but digital nomad-specific visas are not available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
39%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; foreign income taxation unclear for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some government oversight on media and online content.
🏛️ Political Stability
61%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest occurs.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local documentation and presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming; recent reforms improving process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
21%
Weight: 50
Not recognized as a digital nomad hub; limited infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
18%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Narayanganj digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
56%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society; foreigners are accepted but occasional discrimination reported.