Manama, Bahrain

In 2024, a single person living in Manama needs approximately BHD 590/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around BHD 1,171/month. Manama is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Manama costs approximately BHD 310/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around BHD 600/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Manama are approximately BHD 145 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Manama costs BHD 35 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Manama average BHD 60 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Manama is located in Bahrain (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of BHD 310/month and total single-person expenses around BHD 590/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Manama costs approximately BHD 5 in 2024. Budget around BHD 40/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Manama from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 19.2% over this period (from BHD 273 in 2022 to BHD 325 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Manama in 2024, a single person needs approximately BHD 590/month. This covers rent (BHD 310), groceries (BHD 145), transport (BHD 35), utilities (BHD 60) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around BHD 1,171/month.