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Dhaka🇧🇩

Bangladesh · Cost of living & nomad guide 2026

Timezone
Asia/Dhaka
Nomad community
Small

City metrics

Financial

Rent 1BR (centre)US$250/mo
Rent 1BR (outside)US$150/mo
Cost of living (national avg)359 (USA=100, World Bank ICP)
Cheap mealUS$2.00
Mid-range meal for 2US$7.00
Monthly groceries~US$110

Infrastructure

Internet speed30 Mbps
Healthcare index50/100
Coworking spaces~5

Lifestyle

Safety index50/100
Air quality200 AQI — Unhealthy
Walkability45/100
Climate score68/100
English proficiencymedium
Source: OpenAQ · Global Peace Index · regional statistical agencies · Updated Live + annual

Nomad

Nomad communitySmall
Visa easehard
Budget score92/100
Lifestyle score55/100
Overall nomad score
50/100
Source: World Bank ICP (cost of living, USA=100), Ookla (internet), OpenAQ (air quality) · Updated Quarterly

What it's actually like here

Living here as a digital nomad or expat is definitely an adventure, offering a distinct blend of challenges and rewards. It’s genuinely affordable, allowing your money to stretch significantly further than in many other Asian capitals. This makes it particularly attractive if you're on a budget. However, the internet can be a mixed bag – sometimes surprisingly good, other times quite unreliable, so a solid backup plan is wise. The expat community is relatively small, so don't expect a bustling nomad "scene." You'll find a moderate level of English proficiency, which helps navigate daily life. One honest caveat: the city's pace and density can be overwhelming for some, requiring a certain resilience and adaptability to truly thrive. It's best suited for those seeking an immersive cultural experience rather than a typical, well-trodden nomad hub.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to live in Dhaka as a digital nomad?+

As of 2026, a 1-bedroom apartment in the centre of Dhaka averages around $250 per month. The national cost-of-living index for Bangladesh sits at 359 (USA=100) — sourced from World Bank ICP. City-level detail is coming as we gather it; for now this is a national figure. Nomads typically budget extra for coworking, eating out, and travel.

Is Dhaka safe for digital nomads?+

Dhaka scores 50/100 on our composite safety index, which blends the Global Peace Index, crime stats and traveller-advisory data. Most central neighbourhoods are fine with normal big-city awareness.

How fast is the internet in Dhaka?+

Headline average internet speed in Dhaka is around 30 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. That's enough for video calls, large file uploads and most remote-work needs in central neighbourhoods — coworking spaces and serviced apartments usually run faster than that.

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