Is Manama more expensive than Abidjan?

Manama is 0.2% cheaper than Abidjan overall. Rent is 2.2% lower, groceries 4.7% cheaper, and restaurants 20.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Abidjan or Manama?

Abidjan has a purchasing power index of 11.4 while Manama has 133.0 (NYC = 100). Manama offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇮 Abidjan vs 🇧🇭 Manama

2026

Manama is 0.2% cheaper

Category	🇨🇮 Abidjan	🇧🇭 Manama	Difference
Cost of Living	44.8	44.7	-0.2%
Rent	22.4	21.9	-2.2%
Groceries	43.0	41.0	-4.7%
Restaurants	36.8	44.5	+20.9%
Purchasing Power	11.4	133.0	+1,066.7%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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