Chittagong

🇧🇩Bangladesh•South Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living26

Safety58

Healthcare44

Career Opportunities47

Climate42

Transport44

Air Quality50.5

Family Friendliness47.67

Education39

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Chittagong a good place to live?

Chittagong scores 45/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 26/100), moderately safe (safety: 58/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 44/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Chittagong?

Chittagong has a cost of living score of 26/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Chittagong?

Chittagong has a transport score of 44/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Chittagong?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Chittagong are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Chittagong safe for expats?

Chittagong has a safety score of 58/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 50.5/100.

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