Bahrain GDP (2026)
LiveBahrain has a diversified Gulf economy where finance, manufacturing, logistics, tourism, and energy all contribute to national output. The country has gradually expanded beyond oil by developing banking, aluminum production, and international business services. This page explores Bahrain GDP data, economic trends, and the outlook for 2026.
Bahrain GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Bahrain's GDP in 2026 is $48.85B.
It ranks #103 among 218 countries.
Bahrain contributes 0.04% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $29,569 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of -0.50% in 2026.
Bahrain GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $48,849,000,000 | -0.50% | $29,569 | 0.04% | #102 |
| 2025 | $47,538,000,000 | 3.10% | $29,344 | 0.04% | #100 |
| 2024 | $47,210,000,000 | 2.90% | $29,716 | 0.04% | #98 |
| 2023 | $46,192,000,000 | 3.90% | $29,290 | 0.04% | #95 |
| 2022 | $46,458,000,000 | 6.20% | $30,471 | 0.05% | #94 |
| 2021 | $40,840,000,000 | 4.30% | $27,148 | 0.04% | #96 |
| 2020 | $35,838,000,000 | -5.90% | $24,343 | 0.04% | #97 |
| 2019 | $40,447,000,000 | 2.10% | $27,260 | 0.05% | #96 |
| 2018 | $39,568,000,000 | 2.10% | $26,324 | 0.05% | #99 |
| 2017 | $37,205,000,000 | 5.00% | $24,785 | 0.05% | #98 |
| 2016 | $33,885,000,000 | 3.80% | $23,800 | 0.04% | #98 |
| 2015 | $32,523,000,000 | 2.50% | $23,734 | 0.04% | #98 |
| 2014 | $34,773,000,000 | 4.30% | $26,452 | 0.04% | #99 |
| 2013 | $33,823,000,000 | 5.30% | $26,990 | 0.04% | #98 |
| 2012 | $31,963,000,000 | 3.80% | $26,439 | 0.04% | #97 |
| 2011 | $29,915,000,000 | 1.90% | $25,033 | 0.04% | #97 |
| 2010 | $26,806,000,000 | 4.30% | $21,819 | 0.04% | #97 |
| 2009 | $23,913,000,000 | 2.50% | $20,292 | 0.04% | #98 |
| 2008 | $26,803,000,000 | 6.20% | $24,290 | 0.04% | #94 |
| 2007 | $22,653,000,000 | 8.30% | $21,797 | 0.04% | #93 |
| 2006 | $19,291,000,000 | 6.50% | $20,086 | 0.04% | #93 |
| 2005 | $16,647,000,000 | 6.80% | $18,730 | 0.03% | #92 |
| 2004 | $13,709,000,000 | 7.00% | $16,642 | 0.03% | #96 |
| 2003 | $11,546,000,000 | 6.30% | $15,102 | 0.03% | #96 |
| 2002 | $10,001,000,000 | 3.30% | $14,075 | 0.03% | #96 |
| 2001 | $9,579,000,000 | 2.50% | $14,485 | 0.03% | #96 |
| 2000 | $9,448,000,000 | 7.00% | $14,819 | 0.03% | #97 |
| 1999 | $7,905,000,000 | 6.00% | $12,729 | 0.02% | #100 |
| 1998 | $7,293,000,000 | 4.80% | $12,057 | 0.02% | #102 |
| 1997 | $7,629,000,000 | 2.30% | $12,950 | 0.02% | #102 |
| 1996 | $7,357,000,000 | 3.30% | $12,821 | 0.02% | #102 |
| 1995 | $7,075,000,000 | 1.90% | $12,659 | 0.02% | #97 |
| 1994 | $6,683,000,000 | 3.20% | $12,278 | 0.02% | #92 |
| 1993 | $6,241,000,000 | 7.60% | $11,770 | 0.02% | #93 |
| 1992 | $5,673,000,000 | 7.10% | $10,985 | 0.02% | #93 |
| 1991 | $5,430,000,000 | 2.30% | $10,688 | 0.02% | #88 |
| 1990 | $5,176,000,000 | 3.50% | $10,612 | 0.02% | #86 |
| 1989 | $4,873,000,000 | 1.00% | $10,079 | 0.02% | #86 |
| 1988 | $4,672,000,000 | 6.00% | $10,011 | 0.02% | #87 |
| 1987 | $3,780,000,000 | -1.20% | $8,391 | 0.02% | #93 |
| 1986 | $3,490,000,000 | 0.50% | $8,023 | 0.02% | #97 |
| 1985 | $4,460,000,000 | -0.90% | $10,615 | 0.04% | #85 |
| 1984 | $4,727,000,000 | 4.20% | $11,638 | 0.04% | #83 |
| 1983 | $4,554,000,000 | 7.00% | $11,590 | 0.04% | #83 |
| 1982 | $4,445,000,000 | 6.40% | $11,699 | 0.04% | #84 |
| 1981 | $4,228,000,000 | 2.80% | $11,531 | 0.04% | #85 |
| 1980 | $3,745,000,000 | 7.50% | $10,623 | 0.03% | #93 |
Bahrain GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $50,994,000,000 | 4.50% | $30,269 | 0.04% | #97 |
| 2028 | $53,033,000,000 | 2.80% | $30,869 | 0.04% | #98 |
| 2029 | $55,441,000,000 | 2.90% | $31,645 | 0.04% | #100 |
| 2030 | $58,166,000,000 | 3.10% | $32,555 | 0.04% | #100 |
| 2031 | $61,074,000,000 | 3.30% | $33,519 | 0.04% | #100 |
Bahrain Economy Overview
Bahrain has one of the Gulf regionโs most diversified economies, balancing energy production with finance, manufacturing, logistics, tourism, and business services. Banking and Islamic finance are internationally recognized industries, while aluminum production represents one of the country's largest manufacturing sectors outside hydrocarbons.
Construction, retail, transportation, telecommunications, and hospitality contribute strongly to economic activity. Bahrain's strategic location in the Arabian Gulf supports regional trade and logistics through modern ports and transport links. Government initiatives continue to encourage digital transformation, fintech, renewable energy, and private-sector investment to reduce long-term dependence on oil revenue.
Bahrain GDP Outlook
Bahrainโs economic prospects are strengthened by financial services, aluminum production, tourism, logistics, and continued investment in digital industries. Fintech, Islamic banking, data services, manufacturing, and regional business operations could support further diversification beyond hydrocarbons. Infrastructure development and closer Gulf trade connections may also encourage private investment. The outlook remains exposed to oil-price movements, public debt, regional tensions, fiscal pressures, and competition from larger commercial centers in neighboring Gulf economies.
Data & Methodology
How the figures on this page are compiled
- Primary Sources
- IMF, World Bank, United Nations and OECD
- Historical Coverage
- 1980โ2031
- GDP Measurement
- Nominal gross domestic product in current U.S. dollars
- Update Schedule
- Updated annually using the latest available projections
- Population Data
- United Nations World Population Prospects
Frequently Asked Questions
Bahrain's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $48,849,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Bahrain's GDP growth rate in 2026 is -0.50%.
GDP per capita in Bahrain is approximately $29,569 in 2026.
Bahrain ranks #103 globally by nominal GDP in 2026.
GDP is commonly calculated as household consumption plus investment, government spending, and net exports.
Sources
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