Living expenses in Dhaka can be extremely costly for couples, especially with growing inflation and stagnant salary growth. Making ends meet in such a situation may be difficult, and many couples may find it difficult to prepare for future aspirations such as purchasing a home, having children, or planning for retirement. However, with a little work and imagination, cutting living expenses and maximising your income is feasible.

The cost of living in Dhaka city went up by 6.8 per cent in 2020 due to the hike in prices of commodities and services amid the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a report of the Consumers Association of Bangladesh (CAB).