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Bahrain's

Economic indicators

97

World ranked

Bahrain ranks 97 in the world by current economic output

$43.2bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

59

EMEA ranked

Bahrain is ranked 59 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Bahrain, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

1.4%

Current rate

▲ 1.3% increase

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Bahrain's inflation rate

60 days

Maternity leave

Maternity: 60 days paid leave at 100% salary after 12 months of work, with option for 15 more unpaid days. Paternity: No mandated leave. Parental: No provision in Bahrain.

15 days

Sick leave

Employees with 3+ months of service get up to 55 days of sick leave: 0-15 days at full pay, 16-35 days at half pay from the employer, and 36-55 days unpaid, all requiring a medical certificate.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Bahrain's

Labor market

Bahrain vs world population age distribution

1.5m

Population

Bahrain has a population of about 1.5m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

41 hrs

Average working full time week

Standard work hours are 9 per day, 45 per week; max 48 allowed. Overtime is paid at 125% of hourly rate or 150% during public holidays for non-managerial roles. Working days are Saturday to Thursday.

1.2%

Current percentage

▼ 0.2% reduction

Bahrain's unemployment rate is low, suggesting either a booming economy or reliance on foreign labour. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Bahrain's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • petroleum processing and refining
  • aluminum smelting
  • Islamic and offshore banking

Ratio of males to females (by age)

87 / 44

Male

[ "In Bahrain there is a large gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating significant structural or cultural barriers preventing more equal gender parity." ]

Bahrain's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.