Cost of living in Bangui (Central African Republic) is 18% more expensive than in Córdoba (Argentina)
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Food | + 30% | |||
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Food in Bangui (Central African Republic) is 30% more expensive than in Córdoba (Argentina) | ||||
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Bangui | Córdoba | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 10,000 Franc (ARS $14,095) | ARS $9,023 | + 56% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 2,500 Franc (ARS $3,524) | ARS $7,382 | - 52% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (ARS $4,228) | ARS $2,018 | + 110% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | - | ARS $1,132 | - | |
12 eggs, large | 1,800 Franc (ARS $2,537) | ARS $2,616 | - 3% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 1,500 Franc (ARS $2,114) | ARS $1,413 | + 50% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | - | ARS $3,339 | - | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,750 Franc (ARS $3,876) | ARS $1,918 | + 102% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 2,000 Franc (ARS $2,819) | ARS $1,048 | + 169% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 850 Franc (ARS $1,198) | ARS $1,141 | + 5% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 10,167 Franc (ARS $14,330) | ARS $9,760 | + 47% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | 2,000 Franc (ARS $2,819) | ARS $2,380 | + 18% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 500 Franc (ARS $705) | ARS $535 | + 32% | |
Housing | + 34% | |||
Housing in Bangui (Central African Republic) is 34% more expensive than in Córdoba (Argentina) | ||||
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Bangui | Córdoba | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 300,000 Franc (ARS $422,847) | ARS $465,927 | - 9% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 300,000 Franc (ARS $422,847) | ARS $264,682 | + 60% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | - | ARS $26,419 | - | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | - | ARS $273,424 | - | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | - | ARS $190,437 | - | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | - | ARS $22,871 | - | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 50,000 Franc (ARS $70,475) | ARS $8,684 | + 712% | |
40” flat screen tv | - | ARS $330,920 | - | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | - | ARS $144,934 | - | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | - | ARS $4,868 | - | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | - | ARS $2,401 | - | |
Clothes | - 11% | |||
Clothes in Bangui (Central African Republic) is 11% cheaper than in Córdoba (Argentina) | ||||
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Bangui | Córdoba | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | - | ARS $45,243 | - | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | - | ARS $56,570 | - | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | - | ARS $153,841 | - | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 12,000 Franc (ARS $16,914) | ARS $132,565 | - 87% | |
Transportation | + 5% | |||
Transportation in Bangui (Central African Republic) is 5% more expensive than in Córdoba (Argentina) | ||||
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Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | - | ARS $17,421,200 | - | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 855 Franc (ARS $1,205) | ARS $925 | + 30% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | - | ARS $19,975 | - | |
Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | - | ARS $9,632 | - | |
Personal Care | + 17% | |||
Personal Care in Bangui (Central African Republic) is 17% more expensive than in Córdoba (Argentina) | ||||
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Bangui | Córdoba | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 2,500 Franc (ARS $3,524) | ARS $4,608 | - 24% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | - | ARS $8,026 | - | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 15,000 Franc (ARS $21,142) | ARS $9,908 | + 113% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 2,500 Franc (ARS $3,524) | ARS $5,466 | - 36% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,500 Franc (ARS $6,343) | ARS $2,297 | + 176% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | - | ARS $3,812 | - | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | 900 Franc (ARS $1,269) | ARS $3,244 | - 61% | |
Tube of toothpaste | 500 Franc (ARS $705) | ARS $2,951 | - 76% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | - | ARS $7,434 | - | |
Entertainment | + 7% | |||
Entertainment in Bangui (Central African Republic) is 7% more expensive than in Córdoba (Argentina) | ||||
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Bangui | Córdoba | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 8,000 Franc (ARS $11,276) | ARS $18,499 | - 39% | |
2 tickets to the movies | - | ARS $4,222 | - | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ARS $54,657 | - | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 35,000 Franc (ARS $49,332) | ARS $22,977 | + 115% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | - | ARS $5,200 | - | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 2,500 Franc (ARS $3,524) | ARS $3,440 | + 2% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,400 Franc (ARS $1,973) | ARS $1,723 | + 15% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | - | ARS $267,315 | - | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | ARS $471 | - | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | 15,000 Franc (ARS $21,142) | ARS $18,611 | + 14% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 1,500 Franc (ARS $2,114) | ARS $2,190 | - 3% | |
TOTAL | + 18% |
WARNING! This comparison is based on only a few data points. At this point it is only a guess. It is based on 771 prices entered by 65 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 27, 2024.
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