Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to China
Currency:
| Food | + 125% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 125% more expensive than in China | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (149元) | 54元 | + 176% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (78元) | 36元 | + 116% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (36元) | 15元 | + 132% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (22元) | 14元 | + 55% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (24元) | 14元 | + 68% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (29元) | 9元 | + 237% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (48元) | 56元 | - 14% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (26元) | 12元 | + 111% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (9元) | 6元 | + 40% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (9元) | 6元 | + 46% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (139元) | 108元 | + 28% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (20元) | 9元 | + 123% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (30元) | 10元 | + 205% | |
| Housing | + 204% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 204% more expensive than in China | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (17,414元) | 7,480元 | + 133% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (7,526元) | 4,546元 | + 66% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (623元) | 406元 | + 53% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (8,126元) | 6,893元 | + 18% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (957元) | 3,954元 | - 76% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (299元) | 261元 | + 15% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (784元) | 84元 | + 836% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (1,914元) | 2,223元 | - 14% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (2,392元) | 622元 | + 285% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (54元) | 47元 | + 15% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (957元) | 44元 | + 2073% | |
| Clothes | + 79% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 79% more expensive than in China | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (682元) | 359元 | + 90% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 30,000 Franc (359元) | 227元 | + 58% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (1,163元) | 569元 | + 104% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (1,163元) | 513元 | + 127% | |
| Transportation | - 29% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 29% cheaper than in China | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (23,923元) | 160,747元 | - 85% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (7元) | 6元 | + 11% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 15,000 Franc (179元) | 177元 | + 2% | |
| Personal Care | + 175% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 175% more expensive than in China | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (36元) | 29元 | + 24% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (635元) | 35元 | + 1715% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (293元) | 441元 | - 34% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (299元) | 31元 | + 855% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (56元) | 38元 | + 49% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (51元) | 33元 | + 55% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (24元) | 9元 | + 159% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (33元) | 11元 | + 212% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (144元) | 84元 | + 70% | |
| Entertainment | + 187% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 187% more expensive than in China | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (326元) | 201元 | + 62% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (60元) | 94元 | - 36% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | 978元 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (746元) | 413元 | + 81% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (356元) | 70元 | + 412% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (89元) | 34元 | + 163% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (24元) | 31元 | - 24% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (5,981元) | 3,170元 | + 89% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (12元) | 0.55元 | + 2085% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (598元) | 419元 | + 43% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 2,500 Franc (30元) | 22元 | + 35% | |
| TOTAL | + 116% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,903 prices entered by 201 different people.
These prices were last updated on February 28, 2021.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 116% more expensive than in China
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