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Muharraq vs Manama

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Muharraq, Bahrain compared with Manama, Bahrain: cost of living, scores, climate and more.

At a glance

At a glance
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Country Bahrain Bahrain
Nomad score 5.9 / 10 6.6 / 10
Cost of living $1,928 / mo $3,351 / mo
Internet speed Data unavailable Data unavailable
Weather now 36° / 27°C 36° / 27°C
Air quality (AQI) 173 Unhealthy 123 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Community votes 0 0 0 0

Climate averages

Yearly averages of monthly climate data

Climate averages
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Average high 31.3°C 31.3°C
Average low 24.1°C 24.1°C
Precipitation 7 mm / mo 7 mm / mo
Sunshine 322 h / mo 322 h / mo
Humidity 58% 58%
Rain days 1.2 / mo 1.2 / mo
Wind speed 22.6 km/h 22.6 km/h

BH Muharraq · average high by month

BH Manama · average high by month

Air quality

Air quality
BH Muharraq BH Manama
US AQI 173 123
PM2.5 40.3 µg/m³ 43.3 µg/m³
PM10 71.7 µg/m³ 68 µg/m³
Ozone 171 µg/m³ 94 µg/m³
UV index 0 3.8

Business & Economy

Scores out of 10

Business & Economy
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Blockchain & Crypto Adoption 6.6 7.6
Local Payment Services 7.4 8.3
Startup Scene 5.5 6.5

Climate & Environment

Scores out of 10

Climate & Environment
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Air Conditioning 8.5 9.3
Green Spaces 3.0 3.7
Natural Disaster Risk 7.7 8.1
Noise Pollution 4.8 4.6
Seasonal Variety 2.2 2.6
Weather 4.7 4.9

Connectivity

Scores out of 10

Connectivity
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Mobile Network Coverage 8.7 8.9
Power Grid Reliability 8.8 9.1
Public WiFi Availability 5.8 6.6
VPN Reliability 7.5 7.7

Cost & Affordability

Scores out of 10

Cost & Affordability
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Accommodation Cost 5.8 4.7
Cost of Living 6.3 6.3
Currency Stability 9.3 9.1
Entertainment Cost 6.2 5.7
Food & Groceries 6.8 5.8
Gym Membership Cost 6.4 5.9
Transportation Cost 7.3 6.8

Culture & Entertainment

Scores out of 10

Culture & Entertainment
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Culture 6.9 7.1
Indoors Fun 4.4 6.5
Language Learning Opportunities 4.1 5.0
Local Experiences & Tours 6.3 6.8
Nightlife 3.3 7.6
Outdoors & Nature 3.4 5.0

Digital Nomad Community

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Community
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Nomad Events & Meetups 2.2 4.5
Nomad Friendly 5.9 6.8
Online Community Presence 2.6 4.4

Digital Nomad Essentials

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Essentials
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Cafes with WiFi 5.7 7.6
Coworking Spaces Availability 3.1 7.5
Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes 4.3 6.5
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.3 4.3
Internet Speed 7.2 8.6
Local SIM Card Availability 8.1 8.7

Food & Fitness

Scores out of 10

Food & Fitness
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Fitness Facilities 5.4 7.3
Food Scene 6.5 7.5
Healthy Food Options 5.0 7.0
Yoga Studios 3.6 5.9

Healthcare

Scores out of 10

Healthcare
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Healthcare 6.6 7.2
Healthcare Affordability 6.1 6.0
Healthcare Quality 6.9 8.1

Legal & Administrative

Scores out of 10

Legal & Administrative
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Digital Nomad Visa Availability 6.9 6.8
Ease of Business Registration 7.2 6.6
Ease of Opening Bank Account 5.9 5.4
Freedom of Speech 2.9 2.7
Political Stability 5.7 6.7
Tax Friendliness 8.9 9.3
Visa Ease 7.5 7.3

Quality of Life

Scores out of 10

Quality of Life
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Air Quality 5.0 4.0
Cleanliness 6.4 6.7
Environmental Quality 5.3 4.6
Family Friendly 6.8 7.3
Language Barrier 8.0 7.8
Work-Life Balance 6.9 6.4

Safety & Tolerance

Scores out of 10

Safety & Tolerance
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Female Friendly 6.4 7.4
Racial Tolerance 6.6 7.4
Safety 8.2 8.4

Transportation

Scores out of 10

Transportation
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Airport Connectivity 7.2 8.1
Cycling 3.2 3.0
Intercity Travel Options 6.0 6.3
Public Transit 4.3 4.5
Ride-sharing Services 7.4 8.4
Scooter/Bike Rental Availability 3.6 3.8
Walkability 5.1 4.5

Work Environment

Scores out of 10

Work Environment
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Coworking Quality 3.3 6.9
Freelance Ecosystem 3.3 4.9
Networking Opportunities 3.7 6.8
Remote Job Opportunities 3.5 5.5
Time Zone Favorability 7.2 7.6

Clothing

Local prices in US dollars

Clothing
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Jeans $80 per pair $66 per pair
Summer Dress $48 per dress $53 per dress
Running Shoes $120 per pair $106 per pair

Dining Out

Local prices in US dollars

Dining Out
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Dining Out $106 per month $80 per month

Entertainment

Local prices in US dollars

Entertainment
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Cinema Ticket $11 per ticket $13 per ticket

Food & Dining

Local prices in US dollars

Food & Dining
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Coffee $2.13 per cup $3.99 per cup
Beer $7.98 per pint $7.98 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $5.32 per meal $7.98 per meal
Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) $66 per meal $66 per meal
Fast Food Combo $9.31 per meal $11 per meal
Apples $3.19 per kg $3.99 per kg
Bread $0.80 per loaf $1.33 per loaf
Water (1.5L bottle) $0.66 per bottle $0.80 per bottle
Milk $1.60 per liter $2.13 per liter
Rice $2.13 per kg $2.66 per kg
Chicken Fillets $7.98 per kg $9.31 per kg
Beef $13 per kg $16 per kg
Wine (Mid-range) $21 per bottle $21 per bottle

Groceries

Local prices in US dollars

Groceries
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Groceries $146 per month $266 per month

Health Insurance

Local prices in US dollars

Health Insurance
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Health Insurance $27 per month $0.00 per month

Healthcare

Local prices in US dollars

Healthcare
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Doctor Visit (GP) $53 per visit $40 per visit
Pharmacy (basic meds) $13 per purchase $13 per purchase

Housing

Local prices in US dollars

Housing
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Housing $372 per month $532 per month
Apartment (1 bedroom) $319 per month $665 per month
Airbnb (1 month) $1,197 per month $1,596 per month
Coworking Space $133 per month $213 per month
Coliving Space $798 per month $931 per month

Internet & Mobile

Local prices in US dollars

Internet & Mobile
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Internet & Mobile $53 per month $40 per month

Leisure Activities

Local prices in US dollars

Leisure Activities
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Leisure Activities $40 per month $27 per month

Personal Care

Local prices in US dollars

Personal Care
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Haircut $11 per visit $13 per visit
Laundry $11 per kg $7.98 per kg

Services

Local prices in US dollars

Services
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Mobile Plan $27 per month $27 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $48 per month $53 per month
SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) $13 one-time $13 one-time
Gym Membership $66 per month $80 per month
Tennis Court (Weekend) $27 per hour $27 per hour

Transportation

Local prices in US dollars

Transportation
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Transportation $40 per month $27 per month
Taxi Start $2.66 per trip $2.66 per trip
Taxi per km $0.53 per km $1.06 per km
Monthly Transport Pass $56 per month $66 per month
Ride-hailing (5km) $7.98 per trip $7.98 per trip
Gasoline $0.64 per liter $0.53 per liter
Scooter Rental $32 per month $32 per month

Utilities

Local prices in US dollars

Utilities
BH Muharraq BH Manama
Utilities $93 per month $106 per month
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