Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
10.4M
Population
368 km2
Area
93 Mbps
Internet
UTC+06:00
Timezone
DAC (15km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Dhaka, formerly spelled as Dacca, is the capital and largest city of Bangladesh. With an estimated population of 36.6 million, Dhaka is the second largest city by population in the world, and is widely considered to be the most densely populated built-up urban area in the world. Dhaka is an important cultural, economic, and scientific hub of Eas...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Bangladesh
Region
Southern Asia
Population
10.4M
Timezone
UTC+06:00
Currency
BDT
Language
Bengali
Status
Capital City
Airport
DAC
GPS
23.71, 90.41
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
1,673 restaurants mapped in Dhaka
Tech
93 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
Economy
75% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Connections
Dhaka has 3 sister cities worldwide
Climate
Year-round average of 24C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
14,132 total POIs 38.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,673
Cafes
276
Bars
30
Fast Food
446
Shopping
Supermarkets
214
Convenience
500
Shopping Malls
297
Healthcare
Hospitals
425
Clinics
631
Pharmacies
1,734
Education
Schools
1,204
Universities
263
Libraries
53
Recreation
Parks
435
Playgrounds
603
Sports
177
Cinemas
31
Museums
24
Theatres
21
Transport
Bus Stops
531
Train Stations
33
Fuel Stations
244
Services
Banks
1,043
ATMs
609
Post Offices
55
Police
126
Fire Stations
23
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
93 Mbps
Download
83 Mbps
Upload
5ms
Latency
70,577
Tests
19,136
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - May
19°
J
20°
F
22°
M
24°
A
26°
M
28°
J
29°
J
28°
A
26°
S
24°
O
22°
N
20°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 24 C Range: 19.3 - 28.7 C Rain: 1,866 mm/year Sunshine: 3,311 h/year
CITY SCORES
92.6
Nomad Index
A
Livability
41.2
Culture
66.1
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
25.3
Overall
75% cheaper than NYC
3.8
Rent
96% cheaper than NYC
29.4
Groceries
71% cheaper than NYC
19.9
Restaurants
80% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
DAC
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
15 km from center
~27 min ride
FUN FACTS
Dhaka ( DAH-kə or DAK-ə; Bengali: ঢাকা, romanized: Ḍhākā, pronounced [ˈɖʱaka] ), formerly spelled as Dacca, is the capital and largest city of Bangladesh.
With an estimated population of 36.6 million, Dhaka is the second largest city by population in the world, and is widely considered to be the most densely populated built-up urban area in the world.
Lying on the Ganges Delta, it is bounded by the Buriganga, Turag, Dhaleshwari and Shitalakshya rivers.
It is also the largest Bengali-speaking city in the world.
The area of Dhaka has been inhabited since the first millennium.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Dhaka known for?
Dhaka is a city in Bangladesh. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Dhaka?
Dhaka has an average download speed of 93 Mbps and upload speed of 83 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Dhaka?
Dhaka has an average year-round temperature of approximately 24 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Dhaka?
Dhaka is served by DAC (Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport), approximately 15 km from the city center.
What is the population of Dhaka?
The population of Dhaka is approximately 10.4M.
What infrastructure does Dhaka have?
Dhaka has 14,132 mapped points of interest, including 1,673 restaurants, 425 hospitals, 1,204 schools.
What country is Dhaka in?
Dhaka is located in Bangladesh.
