Cost of Living in Bangladesh

If you've ever considered moving to Bangladesh, one of the first questions that likely crossed your mind is, "What is the cost of living in Bangladesh?" After all, it's essential to have a clear picture of your potential expenses before making such a life-changing decision. At this page, we'll dive into the nitty-gritty of the cost of living in Bangladesh and whether the reported $717 per month figure aligns with the average monthly salary of $253.01.

Restaurants

Markets

Transportation

Childcare

Clothing

Rent Per Month

Buy Apartment

Salaries

Bangladesh

restaurant Restaurants	Price	World Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant	1.68 $
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course	9.86 $
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)	4.93 $
Domestic Beer (1 pint draught)	--
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle)	--
Cappuccino (regular)	1.71 $
Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle)	0.28 $
Water (12 oz small bottle)	0.16 $

store Markets	Price	World Range
Milk (regular), (1 gallon)	0.77 $
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb)	0.61 $
Rice (white), (1 lb)	0.63 $
Eggs (regular) (12)	1.18 $
Local Cheese (1 lb)	7.22 $
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)	2.59 $
Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)	6.72 $
Apples (1 lb)	1.9 $
Banana (1 lb)	0.93 $
Oranges (1 lb)	1.87 $
Tomato (1 lb)	0.71 $
Potato (1 lb)	0.27 $
Onion (1 lb)	0.5 $
Lettuce (1 head)	0.38 $
Water (1.5 liter bottle)	0.27 $
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)	--
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)	--
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle)	--
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)	2.96 $

commute Transportation	Price	World Range
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)	0.39 $
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)	11.83 $
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)	0.99 $
Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff)	0.39 $
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)	2.37 $
Gasoline (1 gallon)	0.94 $
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)	34499.73 $
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)	27564.73 $

mark_as_unread Utilities (Monthly)	Price	World Range
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment	35.24 $
1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans)	0.01 $
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)	24.12 $

kitesurfing Sports And Leisure	Price	World Range
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult	13.79 $
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)	12.55 $
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat	4.93 $

child_friendly Childcare	Price	World Range
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child	48.5 $
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child	1328.23 $

checkroom Clothing And Shoes	Price	World Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)	18.88 $
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)	19.77 $
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)	46.37 $
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes	39.62 $

night_shelter Rent Per Month	Price	World Range
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre	105.33 $
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre	65.1 $
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre	243.08 $
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre	155.54 $

home Buy Apartment Price	Price	World Range
Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre	813.04 $
Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre	441.01 $

account_balance_wallet Salaries And Financing	Price	World Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)	253.01 $
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate	9.14 %

Warnings & Dangers in Bangladesh

OVERALL RISK: HIGH

Bangladesh is mainly a safe country to visit. However, it does have an extremely high rate of both petty and violent crime, though it's mainly ridden with petty street crime. You should be vigilant and take all possible precaution measures in order to minimize the risk of getting hurt.

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM

Public transport is also risky. If you're traveling in rickshaws, CNGs or taxis, especially at night, you may be particularly vulnerable to being attacked and robbed at gunpoint. Avoid public transportation when traveling alone.

PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH

Since Bangladesh is a very poor country, it is no surprise that pickpockets are extremely active. They are an everyday occurrence, so you should be extremely careful when handling your valuables and never carry your money in a purse or a pocket. Never carry all your money in the same place, and be aware of your surroundings at all times.

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM

Bangladesh is susceptible to many natural disasters. It has suffered from floods, cyclones, storm surge, river bank erosion, earthquake, drought, salinity intrusion, fire and tsunami, with cyclones and floods particularly causing massive damages.

MUGGING RISK: HIGH

Violent crime is also a common occurrence in Bangladesh and you have to be very careful. Armed robbery is the second most common crime in this country, so do everything you can do keep your valuables low profile. Kidnapping of businessmen and abduction of children are becoming increasingly popular.

TERRORISM RISK: MEDIUM

There is a high probability of terrorists trying to carry out attacks in Bangladesh. The last terrorist attack occurred in March 2017 and it targeted security forces and there is a risk that future attacks could also occur in public places where public gatherings take place. Places where foreigners are known to gather may be at higher risk of attack, so be vigilant at all times.

SCAMS RISK: HIGH

Scams are an everyday occurrence in this country. As in most countries ridden with poverty, there are a number of scams performed on tourists, and it is no wonder that the locals use every situation to try and get money from you. Double check everything, and negotiate everything in advance. Be careful when taking a taxi and make sure they use the meter or negotiate the ride before getting into the cab.

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: MEDIUM

Though many women have visited Bangladesh and encountered no problems at all, going to Bangladesh alone has its risks. If you do, be sure to avoid remote streets, both during day and night, and do not flash your belongings or handle money in public. Stay out of the streets at night and be vigilant for any possible dangers at all times.

Cost of Living in Bangladesh

Bangladesh

OVERALL RISK: HIGH

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM

PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM

MUGGING RISK: HIGH

TERRORISM RISK: MEDIUM

SCAMS RISK: HIGH

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: MEDIUM

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