Sylhet

🇧🇩Bangladesh•South Asia

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living21

Safety59

Healthcare42

Career Opportunities45

Climate40

Transport41

Air Quality52.5

Family Friendliness48.67

Education38

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 Sylhet a good place to live?

Sylhet scores 43/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 21/100), moderately safe (safety: 59/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 42/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Sylhet?

Sylhet has a cost of living score of 21/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Sylhet?

Sylhet has a transport score of 41/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Sylhet?

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

▸Is Sylhet safe for expats?

Sylhet has a safety score of 59/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 52.5/100.

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