Prices and Cost of Living in Bangladesh

Food and beverage prices in Bangladesh

Popular food products found on store shelves in Bangladesh include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 49.04 BDT (0.41 USD) for a kilo of onions to 702 BDT (5.87 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 67.7 BDT (0.57 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 60.37 BDT (0.51 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 93.2 BDT (0.78 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 208 BDT (1.74 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 27.64 BDT (0.23 USD). Dairy prices in Bangladesh, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 80.12 BDT (0.67 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 753 BDT (6.3 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 261 BDT (2.18 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 126 BDT (1.06 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 76.26 BDT (0.64 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Bangladesh vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 189 BDT (1.58 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 30.61 BDT (0.26 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 500 BDT (4.18 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1000 BDT (8.37 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 200 BDT (1.67 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Bangladesh?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 40 BDT (0.33 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1500 BDT (12.55 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 100 BDT (0.84 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 40 BDT (0.33 USD).

Fuel prices in Bangladesh

Average fuel prices in Bangladesh are 121 BDT (1.01 USD) per liter of gasoline and 106 BDT (0.88 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bangladesh?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Bangladesh varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 6786 BDT (56.79 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 10955 BDT (91.69 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 88008 BDT (737 USD) per square meter.