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Dhaka vs Sylhet

Bangladesh vs Bangladesh · 198 km apart

Dhaka

Bangladesh

৳43,413 ($371)

single / month

VS

Sylhet

Bangladesh

৳34,871 ($298)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDhakaSylhetCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.90$3.18Sylhet
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.60$12.72Sylhet
Cappuccino$1.17$0.95Sylhet
Monthly groceries (single person)$88.40$72.08Sylhet
Monthly public transport pass$14.30$11.66Sylhet
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$37.70$30.74Sylhet
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.92$8.90Sylhet
Fitness club membership$10.92$8.90Sylhet
Cinema ticket$2.86$2.33Sylhet
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$160$124Sylhet
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$111$86.04Sylhet
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$333$258Sylhet
Total single-person budget$371$298Sylhet
Average net salary$429$350

Verdict

Sylhet is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Dhaka runs about $371 versus $298 in Sylhet — a difference of roughly 20%.

Salary-adjusted, Dhaka leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Dhaka  ·  Full cost of living in Sylhet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dhaka cheaper than Sylhet?
No. Dhaka costs an estimated $371 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Sylhet at $298.
How far is Dhaka from Sylhet?
The straight-line distance between Dhaka and Sylhet is approximately 198 km (123 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Dhaka or Sylhet?
The estimated average net salary is $429 in Dhaka and $350 in Sylhet. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $58 in Dhaka versus $52 in Sylhet per month.