Bangladesh vs South Africa
South Africa is about 34% pricier than Bangladesh overall, with a price level of 41.2 versus 27.3 (US = 100). The gap is widest in health and narrowest in food. On quality of life, Bangladesh scores higher (70 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Bangladesh South Africa
Price level (US=100) 27.3 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $9,647 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $10,060 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 10.5% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Bangladesh South Africa
Housing & utilities 31 76
Food 85 88
Transport 74 99
Restaurants & hotels 39 60
Health 27 76
Communication 49 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Bangladesh South Africa
Quality-of-life score 70/100 53/100
Life expectancy 75 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 2.3 43.7
Internet users 53% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Bangladesh more expensive than South Africa?
South Africa is more expensive: about 34% pricier than Bangladesh overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Bangladesh would cost roughly $151,000 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Bangladesh or South Africa?
Bangladesh scores higher, 70 vs 53 out of 100.
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