Cost of Living in Bahrain - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Bahrain
Address: BH

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $837 (excluding rent), and $1,559 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,006 (excluding rent), and $3,223 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$7.04 BHD 2.65

$2.60 BHD 0.98

$13.03 BHD 4.90

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$53.4 BHD 20.07

$32.04 BHD 12.05

$107 BHD 40.15

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.08 BHD 3.04

$6.73 BHD 2.53

$8.08 BHD 3.04

Cappuccino

$5.06 BHD 1.90

$2.70 BHD 1.01

$7.56 BHD 2.84

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

$0.84 BHD 0.31

$0.63 BHD 0.24

$1.92 BHD 0.72

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.35 BHD 0.13

$0.26 BHD 0.10

$1.27 BHD 0.48

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$7.78 BHD 2.92

$5.18 BHD 1.95

$12.95 BHD 4.87

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$10.62 BHD 3.99

$7.97 BHD 3.00

$23.90 BHD 8.99

Milk (1 liter)

$1.61 BHD 0.61

$1.24 BHD 0.47

$2.59 BHD 0.97

White Bread (500g)

$1.35 BHD 0.51

$0.79 BHD 0.30

$2.60 BHD 0.98

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.60 BHD 0.98

$1.34 BHD 0.50

$5.34 BHD 2.01

Eggs

$2.52 BHD 0.95

$1.56 BHD 0.59

$4.69 BHD 1.76

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.00 BHD 3.39

$2.62 BHD 0.98

$18.32 BHD 6.89

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.57 BHD 2.85

$4.02 BHD 1.51

$10.96 BHD 4.12

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.16 BHD 4.20

$6.41 BHD 2.41

$18.69 BHD 7.03

Apples (1kg)

$2.55 BHD 0.96

$1.36 BHD 0.51

$4.06 BHD 1.53

Banana (1kg)

$2.15 BHD 0.81

$1.60 BHD 0.60

$5.35 BHD 2.01

Oranges (1kg)

$2.02 BHD 0.76

$1.03 BHD 0.39

$5.15 BHD 1.94

Tomato (1kg)

$1.33 BHD 0.50

$0.78 BHD 0.29

$2.05 BHD 0.77

Potato (1kg)

$0.99 BHD 0.37

$0.52 BHD 0.19

$1.64 BHD 0.62

Onion (1kg)

$1.11 BHD 0.42

$0.54 BHD 0.20

$1.91 BHD 0.72

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.64 BHD 0.61

$0.78 BHD 0.29

$2.59 BHD 0.98

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.66 BHD 0.25

$0.52 BHD 0.19

$1.81 BHD 0.68

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$6.52 BHD 2.45

$5.42 BHD 2.04

$7.33 BHD 2.75

Wine (Bottle)

$21.48 BHD 8.08

$10.74 BHD 4.04

$40.28 BHD 15.14

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.02 BHD 1.14

$1.42 BHD 0.53

$5.16 BHD 1.94

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.45 BHD 1.30

$2.14 BHD 0.81

$5.36 BHD 2.02

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.83 BHD 0.31

$0.68 BHD 0.26

$1.65 BHD 0.62

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$31.62 BHD 11.89

$13.17 BHD 4.95

$52.7 BHD 19.81

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.33 BHD 2.01

$3.20 BHD 1.20

$9.34 BHD 3.51

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.88 BHD 1.46

$2.59 BHD 0.97

$5.18 BHD 1.95

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$32.97 BHD 12.40

$26.37 BHD 9.92

$52.8 BHD 19.83

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)

$34.5K BHD 13.0K

$26.6K BHD 9,993

$37.2K BHD 14.0K

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

$21.0K BHD 7,888

$19.3K BHD 7,274

$24.2K BHD 9,093

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

$125 BHD 46.83

$89.9 BHD 33.82

$212 BHD 79.6

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

$27.36 BHD 10.29

$21.48 BHD 8.08

$32.23 BHD 12.12

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$41.45 BHD 15.58

$26.84 BHD 10.09

$67.1 BHD 25.23

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$78.3 BHD 29.44

$39.49 BHD 14.85

$158 BHD 59.4

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$52.2 BHD 19.64

$31.34 BHD 11.78

$65.3 BHD 24.54

Cinema Ticket

$10.62 BHD 3.99

$7.97 BHD 3.00

$13.28 BHD 4.99

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

$448 BHD 169

$189 BHD 71.0

$810 BHD 304

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,671 BHD 3,260

$4,569 BHD 1,718

$14.0K BHD 5,255

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$47.61 BHD 17.90

$26.65 BHD 10.02

$93.3 BHD 35.07

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$54.8 BHD 20.62

$18.28 BHD 6.87

$78.4 BHD 29.46

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$87.9 BHD 33.06

$55.8 BHD 20.99

$120 BHD 44.98

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$86.7 BHD 32.59

$52.8 BHD 19.84

$106 BHD 39.69

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$865 BHD 325

$535 BHD 201

$1,337 BHD 503

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$598 BHD 225

$394 BHD 148

$1,050 BHD 395

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,706 BHD 641

$1,056 BHD 397

$2,377 BHD 894

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,129 BHD 424

$794 BHD 299

$1,853 BHD 697

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,512 BHD 944

$2,085 BHD 784

$2,596 BHD 976

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,818 BHD 684

$1,589 BHD 597

$2,232 BHD 839

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,274 BHD 855

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

7.97

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

Last update: April 12, 2026

By City in Bahrain

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	'ali	100553	41	$657	$822	$1,907	$1,796	237.07	189.95
2	Adliya	-	41	$769	$832	$1,517	$1,783	237.9	189.85
3	Al Budayyi	-		$61.4	$61.0	$93.4	$80.5	-	-
4	Al Hidd	12797	89	$726	$1,802	$1,959	$2,647	241.45	189.92
5	Al Muharraq	75000	61	$628	$1,222	$1,550	$2,282	7.44	189.92
6	Amwaj	-		$494	$639	$983	$3,154	28.51	189.92
7	Budaiya	30702	34	$591	$673	$1,304	$1,587	112.36	189.95
8	Isa Town	36876		$619	$716	$1,822	$2,738	24.08	189.72
9	Juffair	-	79	$681	$1,594	$1,849	$2,925	345.86	189.85
10	Madinat Hamad	133350	60	$670	$1,166	$1,577	$2,640	97.1	189.95
11	Manama	157474	75	$812	$1,475	$1,945	$3,359	106.31	189.85
12	Riffa	121566	68	$711	$1,354	$1,637	$2,745	188.95	189.72
13	Saar	6000		$852	$2,017	$2,289	$3,650	21.48	189.95
14	Sanad	7000	64	$721	$1,250	$2,003	$2,766	42.57	189.85
15	Seef	-	80	$878	$1,575	$1,533	$3,389	73.27	189.85
16	Sitrah	81000	42	$619	$843	$1,825	$1,858	158.97	189.72
17	Tubli	27510	82	$974	$1,658	$2,094	$3,432	56.73	189.85
18	Zinj	-	42	$749	$837	$1,830	$1,832	51.97	189.85

Bahrain Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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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.