Cost of living in Nawabganj

Nawabganj, a city in Bangladesh, offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and modern living. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for both residents and newcomers.This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Nawabganj, covering everything from dining and groceries to housing and transportation.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants

Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant will typically cost $2.09 on average, with a range between $1 and $4.18.
Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $12.54, with prices ranging from $7.52 to $20.9.
Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $4.18, with a range between $3.76 and $7.52.
Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer ranges from $2.09 to $10.03, imported beer $2.93 to $10.03, cappuccino $0.84 to $3.34, and Coke/Pepsi $0.21 to $0.42.

Grocery Prices

MilkMilk is priced between $0.59 and $1 per liter, averaging $0.78.
Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs between $0.42 and $1.25, with an average price of $0.69.
Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs range from $1 to $1.59, averaging $1.
Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $1.67 to $3.34 per kg, while oranges range from $1.67 to $3.34 per kg.
Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced between $0.25 and $0.59 per kg, and lettuce costs $0.17 to $0.67 per head.

Transportation

Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced between $1 and $1.17 per liter.
Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $0.84, with a cost of $0.25 to $0.84 per km and $2.51 to $4.18 per hour of waiting.

Housing Costs

3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $41.81.

Utilities

Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost between $16.72 and $58.84, averaging $29.72.
InternetInternet services range from $8.36 to $25.08, with an average cost of $13.34.

Cost of Living Data

The following pricing data has been gathered from 1 user contributions, as of the most recent update in November, 2024.

Restaurants

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Restaurants

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Range

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

$2.09

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course

$12.54

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

$4.18

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.18

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.43

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.29

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.16

Cappuccino (regular)

$2.01

Markets

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Markets

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Range

Milk (regular), (1 liter)

$0.78

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

$0.69

Eggs (regular) (12)

$1.00

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.81

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.30

Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)

$8.36

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.49

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.02

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)

$2.93

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$3.32

Apples (1kg)

$1.67

Oranges (1kg)

$2.44

Potato (1kg)

$0.48

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.35

Rice (white), (1kg)

$0.50

Tomato (1kg)

$0.85

Banana (1kg)

$1.12

Onion (1kg)

$0.21

Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)

$5.02

Transportation

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Transportation

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Range

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.07

Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)

$25,083.16

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.25

Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)

$0.42

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$2.93

Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)

$26,755.37

Rent Per Month

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Rent Per Month

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Range

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

$41.81

Utilities (Monthly)

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Utilities (Monthly)

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Range

Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment

$29.72

Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)

$13.34

Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data

$4.91

Sports And Leisure

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Sports And Leisure

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Range

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat

$2.51

Clothing And Shoes

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Clothing And Shoes

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Range

1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$17.25

1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)

$19.76

1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)

$42.06

1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes

$37.23

Salaries And Financing

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Salaries And Financing

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Range

Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate

10.36%

Childcare

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Childcare

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Range

Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child

$45.37

International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child

$1,615.20

Worldwide

Bangladesh

Cost of Living Rankings

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