Cost of living in Manama, Bahrain vs Bordeaux, France
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| Food | - 26% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Manama (Bahrain) is 26% cheaper than in Bordeaux (France) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | Dinar 3.893 (€9) | €16 | - 46% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | Dinar 2.939 (€7) | €8 | - 21% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | Dinar 1.198 (€2.67) | €6 | - 58% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | Dinar 0.616 (€1.37) | €0.96 | + 43% | |
| 12 eggs, large | Dinar 1.164 (€2.59) | €2.79 | - 7% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | Dinar 0.485 (€1.08) | €2.02 | - 46% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | Dinar 2.432 (€5.41) | €5.36 | + 1% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | Dinar 1.023 (€2.28) | €2.49 | - 9% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | Dinar 0.399 (€0.89) | €1.60 | - 44% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | Dinar 1.310 (€2.92) | €2.31 | + 26% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | Dinar 6 (€14) | €7 | + 101% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | Dinar 0.756 (€1.68) | €2.05 | - 18% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | Dinar 0.326 (€0.72) | €1.09 | - 34% | |
| Housing | - 15% | |||
| Housing in Manama (Bahrain) is 15% cheaper than in Bordeaux (France) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | Dinar 410 (€912) | €1,233 | - 26% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | Dinar 346 (€770) | €912 | - 16% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | Dinar 104 (€230) | €129 | + 78% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | Dinar 347 (€773) | €750 | + 3% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | Dinar 228 (€508) | €544 | - 7% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | Dinar 35 (€78) | €143 | - 45% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | Dinar 10 (€22) | €27 | - 19% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | Dinar 130 (€290) | €357 | - 19% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | Dinar 44 (€98) | €109 | - 10% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | Dinar 3.592 (€8) | €9 | - 15% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | Dinar 2.778 (€6) | €13 | - 53% | |
| Clothes | + 0% | |||
| Clothes in Manama (Bahrain) is about the same as in Bordeaux (France) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | Dinar 18 (€40) | €79 | - 50% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | Dinar 20 (€44) | €30 | + 46% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | Dinar 34 (€76) | €86 | - 12% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | Dinar 42 (€94) | €116 | - 19% | |
| Transportation | - 29% | |||
| Transportation in Manama (Bahrain) is 29% cheaper than in Bordeaux (France) | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | Dinar 6,939 (€15,442) | €25,406 | - 39% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | Dinar 0.195 (€0.43) | €1.37 | - 68% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | Dinar 15 (€34) | €33 | + 1% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | Dinar 4.427 (€10) | €17 | - 41% | |
| Personal Care | + 18% | |||
| Personal Care in Manama (Bahrain) is 18% more expensive than in Bordeaux (France) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | Dinar 1.768 (€3.93) | €5.75 | - 32% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | Dinar 5.870 (€13) | €7 | + 80% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | Dinar 14 (€32) | €24 | + 32% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | Dinar 2.447 (€5.44) | €4.71 | + 15% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | Dinar 2.171 (€4.83) | €4.25 | + 14% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | Dinar 2.161 (€4.81) | €3.63 | + 33% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | Dinar 1.133 (€2.52) | €1.71 | + 47% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | Dinar 1.287 (€2.86) | €1.99 | + 44% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | Dinar 2.571 (€5.72) | €18 | - 69% | |
| Entertainment | - 8% | |||
| Entertainment in Manama (Bahrain) is 8% cheaper than in Bordeaux (France) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | Dinar 13 (€30) | €38 | - 21% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | Dinar 7 (€16) | €18 | - 15% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | Dinar 27 (€61) | €87 | - 30% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | Dinar 20 (€44) | €53 | - 18% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | Dinar 6 (€14) | €9 | + 48% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | Dinar 2.060 (€4.58) | €2.65 | + 73% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | Dinar 3.146 (€7) | €5.93 | + 18% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | Dinar 191 (€425) | €407 | + 4% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | Dinar 0.028 (€0.06) | €0.15 | - 59% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | Dinar 29 (€64) | €52 | + 24% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | Dinar 1.960 (€4.36) | €8 | - 43% | |
| TOTAL | - 17% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 187 prices entered by 36 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 08, 2021.
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Cost of living in Manama (Bahrain) is 17% cheaper than in Bordeaux (France)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require €3,800 in Bordeaux you would need to make just about €3,135 (Dinar 1,409) in Manama.
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