Costs of living in Bahrain?

Question

Hi I've been offered a job in Bahrain and just need some info on the average monthly income and expenses for a single person relocating that side. The salary I've been offered is in AED (2800) which equates to abt 288BD. This sounds really bad after reading all the posts on this site. The company has offered to bear all relocation costs, medical expenses, transport to and from work and about 103BD towards accommodation. We will be placed 4 in an apartment so the rental would probably come down. All I need to pay is my personal expenses and food. I'd also like to save a little every month. Any information on this would be appreciated. Please advise if this would be a fair salary for a single person in Bahrain?

Answer 1

There is not much tax you have to pay. So, the saving depends directly on how you live. There are so many ways to spend your money. If you restrict your self for a certain money to spend, then it is always possible to save. Cost of living is not so high as compared to other gulf countries.

Answer 2

compared to the standards of living the salary is low.

But....

since you will share the apartment and you are single and not spend much than it will let you live to the end of the month.

you can save less than half your salary which is good.

Answer 3

I wouldn't say its the best salary but if your rent and transportation is covered you will survive and can save a little.

Try to find a better offer if not just take it.