Rajshahi, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
#711
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Rajshahi is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for basic apartments, though modern amenities may be limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and fresh options, making food costs minimal.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are extremely affordable for short and medium distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited variety of entertainment options but generally inexpensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but facilities may be basic compared to international standards.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate volatility; inflation is a concern but relatively stable in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 15-25 Mbps; mobile internet is more common but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be spotty and power outages affect availability.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Rajshahi is not a known destination for digital nomads; very low presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life compared to big cities, but limited leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some industrial activity affects air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be untidy; waste management infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
English is not widely spoken outside educated circles; Bengali is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
48%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is moderate, especially during dry seasons and crop burning periods.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families exist but limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues but serious conditions require travel to Dhaka or abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters; monsoon season brings heavy rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding during monsoon; low earthquake risk.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and riverfront areas, but green space is limited in urban zones.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but not widespread everywhere.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
35%
Weight: 10
Traffic and street noise can be high, especially in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich Bengali culture with festivals, music, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small local eateries and tea stalls.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions like Padma River and mango orchards offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools for foreigners; Bengali is challenging for newcomers.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours available but not widely developed for tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; street food can be oily but healthy options exist.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
GMT+6; moderate overlap with Europe and Asia but less convenient for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional or expat networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but limited infrastructure and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem in Rajshahi compared to Dhaka.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile banking and bKash are popular but international payment options limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low awareness and adoption; regulatory environment uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Rajshahi Airport offers limited domestic flights; international connections require travel to Dhaka.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Rickshaws and buses available but no metro or advanced public transit.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but sidewalks can be uneven and traffic chaotic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Pathao operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal and traffic can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to Dhaka and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal rental services; informal rentals exist but safety is a concern.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural outskirts less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional throttling or blocking may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages in some areas; many rely on backup generators.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and enforcement inconsistent; no special benefits for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; political expression can be sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest occurs.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Lengthy documentation required; foreigners face challenges.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Almost no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for Rajshahi digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for foreigners; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but unfamiliarity with foreigners can cause curiosity or stares.