Cost of Living in Bahrain - Updated Prices & Insights

58.71

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $848 (excluding rent), and $1,562 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,051 (excluding rent), and $3,342 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$7.11 BHD 2.68

$2.63 BHD 0.99

$13.16 BHD 4.96

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$52.6 BHD 19.83

$31.56 BHD 11.9

$105 BHD 39.66

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.04 BHD 3.03

$6.7 BHD 2.53

$8.04 BHD 3.03

Cappuccino

$5.09 BHD 1.92

$2.71 BHD 1.02

$7.6 BHD 2.87

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.85 BHD 0.32

$0.65 BHD 0.24

$1.96 BHD 0.74

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.38 BHD 0.14

$0.28 BHD 0.11

$1.38 BHD 0.52

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$7.87 BHD 2.97

$5.24 BHD 1.98

$13.11 BHD 4.94

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$10.44 BHD 3.94

$7.83 BHD 2.95

$23.49 BHD 8.86

Milk (1 liter)

$1.6 BHD 0.6

$1.23 BHD 0.47

$2.57 BHD 0.97

White Bread (500g)

$1.39 BHD 0.53

$0.81 BHD 0.3

$2.68 BHD 1.01

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.64 BHD 0.99

$1.36 BHD 0.51

$5.41 BHD 2.04

Eggs

$2.58 BHD 0.97

$1.61 BHD 0.61

$4.82 BHD 1.82

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.98 BHD 3.39

$2.61 BHD 0.98

$18.28 BHD 6.89

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.63 BHD 2.88

$4.06 BHD 1.53

$11.05 BHD 4.17

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.99 BHD 4.14

$6.32 BHD 2.38

$18.41 BHD 6.94

Apples (1kg)

$2.46 BHD 0.93

$1.31 BHD 0.49

$3.92 BHD 1.48

Banana (1kg)

$2.16 BHD 0.81

$1.61 BHD 0.61

$5.37 BHD 2.03

Oranges (1kg)

$2.09 BHD 0.79

$1.07 BHD 0.4

$5.34 BHD 2.01

Tomato (1kg)

$1.4 BHD 0.53

$0.82 BHD 0.31

$2.16 BHD 0.82

Potato (1kg)

$1 BHD 0.38

$0.52 BHD 0.2

$1.66 BHD 0.63

Onion (1kg)

$1.11 BHD 0.42

$0.55 BHD 0.21

$1.92 BHD 0.72

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.7 BHD 0.64

$0.81 BHD 0.31

$2.7 BHD 1.02

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.65 BHD 0.25

$0.51 BHD 0.19

$1.79 BHD 0.67

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$6.42 BHD 2.42

$5.34 BHD 2.01

$7.21 BHD 2.72

Wine (Bottle)

$24.02 BHD 9.06

$10.68 BHD 4.03

$50.7 BHD 19.12

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.08 BHD 1.16

$1.45 BHD 0.55

$5.26 BHD 1.98

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.33 BHD 1.25

$2.07 BHD 0.78

$5.17 BHD 1.95

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.78 BHD 0.3

$0.65 BHD 0.24

$1.56 BHD 0.59

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$31.28 BHD 11.8

$13.03 BHD 4.91

$52.1 BHD 19.66

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.33 BHD 2.01

$3.2 BHD 1.21

$9.33 BHD 3.52

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$4.08 BHD 1.54

$2.72 BHD 1.02

$5.44 BHD 2.05

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$33.37 BHD 12.58

$26.7 BHD 10.07

$53.4 BHD 20.13

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.49 BHD 0.18

$0.05 BHD 0.02

$0.64 BHD 0.24

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$35K BHD 13.2K

$27K BHD 10.2K

$37.7K BHD 14.2K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$20.7K BHD 7,813

$19.1K BHD 7,205

$23.9K BHD 9,006

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$123 BHD 46.3

$88.7 BHD 33.43

$209 BHD 78.7

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$26.87 BHD 10.13

$21.1 BHD 7.96

$31.66 BHD 11.94

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$41.36 BHD 15.6

$26.78 BHD 10.1

$67 BHD 25.25

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$79 BHD 29.79

$39.85 BHD 15.03

$159 BHD 60.1

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$54 BHD 20.37

$32.41 BHD 12.22

$67.5 BHD 25.46

Cinema Ticket

$10.71 BHD 4.04

$8.04 BHD 3.03

$13.39 BHD 5.05

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$441 BHD 166

$186 BHD 70.1

$797 BHD 301

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,678 BHD 3,273

$4,574 BHD 1,725

$14K BHD 5,275

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$47.24 BHD 17.82

$26.44 BHD 9.97

$92.6 BHD 34.9

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$55.9 BHD 21.09

$18.63 BHD 7.03

$79.9 BHD 30.12

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$88 BHD 33.17

$55.9 BHD 21.06

$120 BHD 45.14

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$85.6 BHD 32.29

$52.1 BHD 19.66

$104 BHD 39.32

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$859 BHD 324

$531 BHD 200

$1,327 BHD 500

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$594 BHD 224

$391 BHD 148

$1,044 BHD 394

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,682 BHD 634

$1,042 BHD 393

$2,344 BHD 884

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,140 BHD 430

$802 BHD 302

$1,871 BHD 705

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,794 BHD 1,054

$2,293 BHD 865

$4,046 BHD 1,526

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,068 BHD 780

$1,610 BHD 607

$3,219 BHD 1,214

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,174 BHD 820

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

7.97

Citycost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Cost of Living in Bahrain - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Bahrain offers a practical snapshot for travelers, expats, and digital nomads who value a modern base with local touch. You’ll see a mix: central rentals can be pricier, but other districts offer good value; supermarkets carry both international and local brands, and dining out can be economical if you mix options. Utilities and connectivity are reliable, and many places include furnished setups. Climate shifts your daily rhythm more than prices, with outdoor life thriving in cooler months. Compare neighborhoods by access to coworking, grocery stores, and transit to find your sweet spot. Tip: spend a weekend in a few areas before committing.

Daily life centers on balance. In housing, look for furnished flats in well-connected districts like Manama's neighborhoods or quieter Muharraq pockets; compare building amenities and lease terms rather than headline rents. For groceries, you’ll mix local markets with international stores. Transport is flexible: a car with parking, ride-hailing, or occasional bus trips; many neighborhoods are walkable to cafés and coworking hubs. Co-working spaces cluster in urban cores, with day passes available. Errands are straightforward thanks to open-air markets and modern supermarkets. Bahrain living cost varies by area, so choose a base that fits your weekly patterns. Tip: start with a 2-3 week trial in a couple of areas to feel the rhythm.

A practical budgeting framework centers on mapping needs to location and pace. Prioritize a base that minimizes daily commute, then plan for occasional outings and weekend trips to nearby islands or desert escapes – seasonality affects outdoor plans more than costs. Build a habit of shopping at a mix of local markets and mid-range supermarkets to balance price and quality. Lean toward longer leases with included utilities or furniture to reduce upfront costs. Neighborhood fit matters: city centers suit remote work and social life; quieter suburbs offer space and family-friendly rhythm. Tip: set a monthly cap for dining out and use seasonal events to explore value-packed experiences.