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Bahrain
Pearl Islands, Modern Arab Finance
Overview
A small but affluent Gulf island kingdom, serving as a Middle Eastern financial hub with a Formula 1 circuit, pearl-diving heritage, and relatively liberal social atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
Western Asia
Land Area
765 km²
Capital
Manama
Languages
Arabic
Currencies
Bahraini dinar (.د.ب)
At a Glance
26
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
56
Freedom
17
Security
6
Life Expectancy
74.4 yrs
Median Age
32.9 yrs
Urbanization
90%
Cost Index
45
Housing Index
52
Healthcare Access
26/100
Climate
Average Temperature
27.1°C
Average AQI
559
Most Temperate Cities
1 Al Ḩadd 27.1°C
2 Ar Rifā‘ 27.1°C
3 Dār Kulayb 27.1°C
4 Jidd Ḩafş 27.1°C
5 Madīnat Ḩamad 27.1°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Al Ḩadd 559 AQI
2 Al Muharraq 559 AQI
3 Ar Rifā‘ 559 AQI
4 Dār Kulayb 559 AQI
5 Jidd Ḩafş 559 AQI
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 45
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 52
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 0.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 0.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 66/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 28/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 87 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 26
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 3.11% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 172 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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