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Cost of Living in Manama
Monthly Total
$2,211
$38,693
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$692
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$51
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$692
$12,110
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$180
$3,150
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$104
$1,820
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$72
$1,260
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$690
$12,075
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$245
$4,288
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$186
$3,255
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$41
$718
Monthly Total
$2,211
$38,693
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