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Kafrul, Bangladesh

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$550
Retiree Score
100.0
Safety Index
54.0
Healthcare
661 facilities

Kafrul is a densely packed urban thana where daily life moves at Dhaka's relentless pace. The literacy rate looks good on paper, but don't expect English to get you far outside expat circles—this is Bangla territory. That skewed sex ratio means solo female travelers will stick out, though the area's proximity to military-controlled Cantonment Thana adds a layer of security.

Living in Kafrul means navigating Dhaka's infamous traffic jams just to reach basic services. The population density hits hard—nearly 340,000 people crammed into 17.8 square kilometers. Your biggest friction point will be the waterlogging during monsoon season, when entire mauzas become impassable. This isn't a place for FIRE newbies—it's for hardened urbanists who can handle Bangladesh's capital at its most intense.

Can I afford Kafrul?

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Kafrul

You could save

2,450/mo

Savings Rate82%

Monthly Costs

Rent $200
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$350

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
82/100
Retiree Score
(i)
100/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Bangladesh Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
54
Safety
661
Healthcare
100
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) *$1
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$7
Meal (Mid-range) *$11
Cappuccino *$1
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$51
Mobile Plan (mo) *$8
Gym (mo) *$14
Cinema Ticket *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $160
1BR Outside (mo) *$39
3BR Center (mo) $360
3BR Outside (mo) *$108

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Small
Top Neighborhoods
Mirpur-10, Ibrahimpur
Best For
Garment industry professionals, Budget residents

Expat Life Notes

Kafrul is a densely populated area in Dhaka. It has a small presence of foreigners, mainly those working in the garment sector or local NGOs.

Pros

  • ✓ Close to Dhaka Cantonment
  • ✓ Relatively affordable
  • ✓ Good local bazaars

Cons

  • ✗ Severe traffic
  • ✗ Air pollution
  • ✗ Lack of English speakers

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1762 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Kafrul has a population of approximately 339,734 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $500 per month in Kafrul, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $200/month.

The nearest airport to Kafrul is DAC, approximately 6km away.

Kafrul is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 54.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

Only experienced expats who've survived other megacities. Retirees should look elsewhere—this is for NGO workers and business lifers embedded in Dhaka.

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