Dhaka Cost of Living 2026
Bangladesh β’ South Asia
Anchor Cost Index
Very Affordable
πAnchor Price Breakdown β vs Global Average
πAnchor Price Breakdown
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βΉοΈCalculated from verified cost dataπ΅Monthly Budget Scenarios
βΉοΈBased on crowdsourced price dataMonthly Budget Range
$757
$948
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π‘Tips for Living in Dhaka
Affordable Housing: With average rent at $263.00/month for a 1-bedroom apartment, Dhaka offers relatively affordable housing compared to global averages. Consider negotiating directly with landlords for better rates.
Food & Drinks: A Big Mac costs $2.80 and a Starbucks latte goes for $1.40 in Dhaka. Eating at local restaurants instead of international chains can save 40-60% on food costs.
Getting Around: A 5km Uber ride costs $1.20 in Dhaka. Ride-hailing is very affordable here β use it freely for short distances.
Digital Nomad Budget: Plan for approximately $643/month as a digital nomad in Dhaka, covering coworking, accommodation, food, and local transport.
Best Time to Move: Research visa requirements for Bangladesh well in advance. Costs shown are in USD and may fluctuate with exchange rates.
βFrequently Asked Questions About Dhaka
What is the cost of living in Dhaka, Bangladesh?
Dhaka has an Anchor Cost Index of 6/100, making it very affordable. A 1-bedroom apartment costs $263.00/month, a Big Mac is $2.80, and an Uber ride (5km) costs $1.20.Dhaka ranks #151 out of 160 cities worldwide.
How much does rent cost in Dhaka?
The average 1-bedroom apartment in Dhaka costs $263.00/month. This is below the global average of $950.72/month. A digital nomad can expect to spend around $643/month total in Dhaka.
Is Dhaka expensive compared to other cities?
Dhaka is more expensive than 8 cities and cheaper than 150 cities in our database. In South Asia, it ranks #8 out of 10 cities. Cities with similar costs include Istanbul, Bangalore, Hyderabad.
How much money do I need to live in Dhaka?
Monthly budgets vary by lifestyle: a backpacker needs ~$757/mo, a digital nomad ~$643/mo, a small family ~$1,310/mo, and an expat professional ~$948/mo. These include housing, food, transport, and lifestyle expenses.
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Data is updated periodically. Prices may vary based on location, promotions, and exchange rates.