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Data Scientist Salary Comparison

Side-by-side evaluation of salaries, local taxes, monthly expenses, and real purchasing power

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💡 Smart Analysis

Comparing Manama and Riyadh: Average gross pay is 15% higher in Riyadh. Cost of living is 6% cheaper in Manama. Both cities offer nearly identical purchasing power margins.

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Manama
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Riyadh

💰 Gross Salaries & Ranges

Average Gross Salary (Annual)
The primary average salary across experience ranges
$59,000/yr
$68,000/yr
HIGHER
Junior Developer Pay
$27,000
$32,000
Mid-Level Developer Pay
$50,000
$58,000
Senior Developer Pay
$79,000
$89,000
Lead / Architect Pay
$100,000
$113,000

🏠 Monthly Cost of Living

Rent — City Center (1 Bed)
$1,100
$1,400
Rent — Suburbs (1 Bed)
$700
$880
Groceries (Monthly)
$280
$300
Public Transport Pass
$65
$70
Utilities (Electricity, Internet)
$160
$170
Estimated Cost of Living
Rent center, groceries, transport plans & hobbies included
$1,959/mo
CHEAPER
$2,081/mo

🧾 Tax rates & Take-home

Average Income Tax Rate
0%
0%
Social Security Deduction
0%
2%
Monthly Take-home (After Tax)
Estimated direct net monthly deposit based on mid-level pay
$4,167/mo
$4,737/mo

📊 Affordability & Savings

Affordability Index
Score out of 10 comparing local net pay to costs
8.5
8.5
Monthly Savings Potential
Money left over after all standard cost of living expenses
$2,208/mo
$2,656/mo
Months to Save $10,000
~5 months
~4 months
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