Dhaka, Bangladesh

In 2024, a single person living in Dhaka needs approximately BDT 27,540/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around BDT 54,850/month. Dhaka is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Dhaka costs approximately BDT 18,000/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around BDT 35,000/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Dhaka are approximately BDT 5,500 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Dhaka costs BDT 800 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Dhaka average BDT 1,800 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Dhaka is located in Bangladesh (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of BDT 18,000/month and total single-person expenses around BDT 27,540/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Dhaka costs approximately BDT 180 in 2024. Budget around BDT 1,440/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Dhaka from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 28.9% over this period (from BDT 15,840 in 2022 to BDT 20,414 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Dhaka in 2024, a single person needs approximately BDT 27,540/month. This covers rent (BDT 18,000), groceries (BDT 5,500), transport (BDT 800), utilities (BDT 1,800) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around BDT 54,850/month.