Rajshahi, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
#711
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
91%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, making it highly affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
87%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, especially for basic apartments; limited luxury options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
93%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very cheap; groceries are inexpensive but imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
95%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are extremely affordable; fuel prices are low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, but local events and cinemas are inexpensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but facilities may be basic compared to international standards.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate inflation and some volatility, but relatively stable in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
56%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 10-20 Mbps; mobile internet is improving but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
48%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
39%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Rajshahi is not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life compared to big cities, but limited leisure options may affect balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
53%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some industrial activity affects air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public cleanliness is below average; waste management infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
36%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is limited outside educated circles, posing communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
47%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be moderate to high, especially during dry seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
41%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low, but quality trade-offs exist.
🏥 Healthcare
43%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped compared to major cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters; monsoon season brings heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
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 within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, traditional music, and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
61%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions like Padma River and parks offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
38%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Bengali exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
57%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours and river excursions available but limited tourist infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment like cinemas and malls; few options for expats.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Authentic Bengali cuisine widely available; limited international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
31%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some informal classes may be found.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
52%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; healthy eating possible but limited organic options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+6 time zone is moderately favorable for communication with Asia and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
29%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
34%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still nascent with limited support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
27%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
31%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but concentrated in Dhaka, not Rajshahi.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment services exist but cash remains dominant; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low awareness and adoption; regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
43%
Weight: 30
Rajshahi Airport offers limited domestic flights; international connectivity requires travel to Dhaka.
🚇 Public Transit
57%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services and rickshaws; no metro or train within city.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure like sidewalks is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
41%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Pathao operate but coverage is limited compared to bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but lacks dedicated lanes and safety measures.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to other cities available but can be slow and crowded.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Limited formal rental services; informal rentals exist but lack regulation.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout is limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
62%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional slowdowns reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages occur, but many use backup generators or UPS.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
33%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
58%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but digital nomad-specific visas are not available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited clarity for foreigners; no special nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and residency requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process, but improving with government reforms.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or remote work permit currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Almost no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
23%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for Rajshahi digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative social norms may pose challenges for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited exposure to diverse ethnicities.