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Savar, Bangladesh

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$500
Retiree Score
100.0
Safety Index
52.0
Healthcare
55 facilities

Living in Savar means being in Dhaka's shadow without the worst of its chaos. You get slightly cheaper rents and marginally better air quality than central Dhaka, but you're still dealing with the same brutal monsoon floods and power cuts. The expat community here is nearly nonexistent—this is a working-class Bangladeshi city where most foreigners are NGO workers or factory managers.

Traffic between Savar and Dhaka clogs solid during rush hours, and the Jamuna River crossings become impassable when monsoon rains hit. If you need international schools or Western amenities, you'll be making that grind into Dhaka regularly. Savar, Bangladesh works if you're posted here for work and want to save money, but it's not a place you'd choose for lifestyle.

Can I afford Savar?

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Savar

You could save

2,500/mo

Savings Rate83%

Monthly Costs

Rent $160
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$340

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
83/100
Retiree Score
(i)
100/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Bangladesh Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
52
Safety
55
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
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) *$10
Cappuccino *$1
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$48
Mobile Plan (mo) *$8
Gym (mo) *$13
Cinema Ticket *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $160
1BR Outside (mo) *$49
3BR Center (mo) $350
3BR Outside (mo) *$135

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Small
Top Neighborhoods
Savar Upazila, Enam Medical College area
Best For
Textile industry professionals, Medical researchers

Expat Life Notes

Savar is an industrial hub near Dhaka. The expat community is limited to garment industry consultants and medical professionals. It is busy and industrial.

Pros

  • ✓ Close to the capital
  • ✓ Hub for textile business
  • ✓ Lower cost than central Dhaka

Cons

  • ✗ High pollution
  • ✗ Traffic congestion
  • ✗ Limited recreational facilities

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
13°C°C - 34°C°C
Annual Rainfall
1788 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Savar

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Savar has a population of approximately 2,311,796 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $400 per month in Savar, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $160/month.

The nearest airport to Savar is DAC, approximately 13km away.

Savar is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 52.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

Only consider it if you're a contractor or NGO worker needing to be near Dhaka on a tight budget. Digital nomads and retirees will find better options elsewhere in Asia.

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