🇧🇭 Bahrain · #347 of 538 cities · 2026

Cost of Living in Manama

Affordable — cheaper than 35.5% of cities worldwide

Ranked #347 of 538 cities · More expensive than 35.5% of cities worldwide

Affordable
Cost of Living
Very affordable
Rent
Affordable
Groceries
Very strong
Purchasing Power

Lower index = more affordable

Rent Prices

Rent Prices in Manama

Apartment City Centre Outside Centre You Save
1-Bedroom BHD 246/mo ≈ $654 BHD 185/mo ≈ $491 25%
3-Bedroom BHD 428/mo ≈ $1,139 BHD 321/mo ≈ $854 25%
Estimated from rent index. Actual prices vary. · 2026

Cost Indices

Cost of Living
44.7 Affordable
Rent
21.9 Very affordable
Groceries
41.0 Affordable
Restaurants
44.5 Affordable
Purchasing Power
133.0 Very strong

Living in Manama: What to Expect

Manama is affordable by global standards (ranked #347 of 538 cities), cheaper than 35.5% of cities worldwide.

Groceries are affordable, while dining out is affordable. Rent offers the best value, while Restaurants is the priciest.

Local purchasing power is strong — residents can afford more goods and services than in most cities.

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