- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Brazil
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Brazil
Currency:
| Food | + 130% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 130% more expensive than in Brazil | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (R$ 51) | R$ 28 | + 78% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (R$ 50) | R$ 26 | + 95% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (R$ 20) | R$ 7 | + 210% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (R$ 20) | R$ 3.27 | + 518% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (R$ 14) | R$ 7 | + 105% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (R$ 16) | R$ 4.81 | + 237% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (R$ 27) | R$ 15 | + 84% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (R$ 12) | R$ 5.65 | + 109% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (R$ 5.07) | R$ 3.28 | + 54% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (R$ 2.70) | R$ 4.55 | - 41% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (R$ 25) | R$ 40 | - 38% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (R$ 8) | R$ 6 | + 31% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (R$ 17) | R$ 3.25 | + 418% | |
| Housing | + 140% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 140% more expensive than in Brazil | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (R$ 3,726) | R$ 3,147 | + 18% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (R$ 3,215) | R$ 1,958 | + 64% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (R$ 389) | R$ 584 | - 33% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (R$ 673) | R$ 2,165 | - 69% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (R$ 538) | R$ 1,367 | - 61% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (R$ 168) | R$ 421 | - 60% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (R$ 300) | R$ 83 | + 262% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (R$ 1,504) | R$ 1,727 | - 13% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (R$ 1,346) | R$ 425 | + 216% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (R$ 30) | R$ 21 | + 44% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (R$ 538) | R$ 17 | + 3107% | |
| Clothes | + 151% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 151% more expensive than in Brazil | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (R$ 384) | R$ 206 | + 86% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (R$ 505) | R$ 181 | + 179% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (R$ 654) | R$ 333 | + 97% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (R$ 654) | R$ 256 | + 156% | |
| Transportation | - 31% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 31% cheaper than in Brazil | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (R$ 13,459) | R$ 87,275 | - 85% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (R$ 4.57) | R$ 4.33 | + 6% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | R$ 203 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 172% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 172% more expensive than in Brazil | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (R$ 20) | R$ 16 | + 23% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (R$ 357) | R$ 47 | + 657% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (R$ 220) | R$ 235 | - 6% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (R$ 168) | R$ 18 | + 852% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (R$ 31) | R$ 12 | + 170% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (R$ 29) | R$ 15 | + 94% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (R$ 13) | R$ 6 | + 118% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (R$ 18) | R$ 4.08 | + 353% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (R$ 67) | R$ 40 | + 70% | |
| Entertainment | + 215% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 215% more expensive than in Brazil | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (R$ 183) | R$ 95 | + 93% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (R$ 34) | R$ 51 | - 34% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | R$ 179 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (R$ 420) | R$ 179 | + 134% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (R$ 200) | R$ 23 | + 754% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (R$ 50) | R$ 9 | + 481% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (R$ 13) | R$ 11 | + 23% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (R$ 3,365) | R$ 2,723 | + 24% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (R$ 7) | R$ 1.18 | + 472% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (R$ 336) | R$ 116 | + 190% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (R$ 101) | R$ 10 | + 939% | |
| TOTAL | + 117% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 24,590 prices entered by 2,434 different people.
These prices were last updated on December 19, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 117% more expensive than in Brazil
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