Is Novi Sad more expensive than Manama?

Novi Sad is 0.7% more expensive than Manama overall. Rent is 41.1% lower, groceries 0.5% more expensive, and restaurants 0.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Manama or Novi Sad?

Manama has a purchasing power index of 133.0 while Novi Sad has 67.2 (NYC = 100). Manama offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇧🇭 Manama vs 🇷🇸 Novi Sad

2026

Novi Sad is 0.7% more expensive

Category	🇧🇭 Manama	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	Difference
Cost of Living	44.7	45.0	+0.7%
Rent	21.9	12.9	-41.1%
Groceries	41.0	41.2	+0.5%
Restaurants	44.5	44.9	+0.9%
Purchasing Power	133.0	67.2	-49.5%

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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