Chittagong, Bangladesh

In 2026, a single person living in Chittagong needs approximately BDT 33,547/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around BDT 70,769/month. Chittagong is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Chittagong costs approximately BDT 15,878/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around BDT 30,621/month. Rent has changed +5.5% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Chittagong are approximately BDT 13,610 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Chittagong costs BDT 794 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Chittagong average BDT 1,815 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Chittagong is located in Bangladesh (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of BDT 15,878/month and total single-person expenses around BDT 33,547/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Chittagong costs approximately BDT 181 in 2026. Budget around BDT 1,452/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Chittagong from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 28.9% over this period (from BDT 12,320 in 2022 to BDT 15,878 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Chittagong in 2026, a single person needs approximately BDT 33,547/month. This covers rent (BDT 15,878), groceries (BDT 13,610), transport (BDT 794), utilities (BDT 1,815) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around BDT 70,769/month.