Dhaka

🇧🇩Bangladesh•South Asia

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living30

Safety54

Healthcare43

Career Opportunities51

Climate41

Transport48

Air Quality44.5

Family Friendliness43.67

Education40

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 Dhaka a good place to live?

Dhaka scores 45/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 30/100), moderately safe (safety: 54/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 43/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Dhaka?

Dhaka has a cost of living score of 30/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Dhaka?

Dhaka has a transport score of 48/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Dhaka?

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

▸Is Dhaka safe for expats?

Dhaka has a safety score of 54/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 44.5/100.

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