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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to India
Currency:
| Food | + 202% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 202% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 8,161 Franc (₨977) | ₨388 | + 152% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,336 Franc (₨878) | ₨255 | + 244% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (₨359) | ₨143 | + 152% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 2,711 Franc (₨325) | ₨52 | + 527% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (₨252) | ₨71 | + 254% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (₨288) | ₨37 | + 688% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (₨479) | ₨197 | + 143% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (₨258) | ₨141 | + 83% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (₨90) | ₨25 | + 266% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 449 Franc (₨54) | ₨121 | - 55% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 6,714 Franc (₨804) | ₨860 | - 7% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (₨149) | ₨82 | + 83% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (₨299) | ₨33 | + 819% | |
| Housing | + 393% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 393% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 921,246 Franc (₨110,316) | ₨30,714 | + 259% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 629,211 Franc (₨75,346) | ₨20,658 | + 265% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (₨6,235) | ₨4,214 | + 48% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 679,310 Franc (₨81,345) | ₨23,686 | + 243% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (₨9,580) | ₨15,194 | - 37% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (₨2,994) | ₨4,606 | - 35% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (₨7,852) | ₨908 | + 765% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (₨26,771) | ₨34,222 | - 22% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (₨23,949) | ₨11,438 | + 109% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (₨537) | ₨427 | + 26% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (₨9,580) | ₨547 | + 1651% | |
| Clothes | + 202% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 202% more expensive than in India | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (₨6,827) | ₨2,438 | + 180% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (₨8,981) | ₨2,947 | + 205% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (₨11,644) | ₨4,104 | + 184% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (₨11,644) | ₨3,330 | + 250% | |
| Transportation | - 17% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 17% cheaper than in India | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (₨239,494) | ₨872,381 | - 73% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (₨81) | ₨79 | + 3% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | ₨1,300 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 346% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 346% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (₨359) | ₨153 | + 135% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (₨6,352) | ₨318 | + 1899% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (₨2,929) | ₨1,145 | + 156% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (₨2,994) | ₨276 | + 986% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (₨559) | ₨183 | + 205% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (₨508) | ₨223 | + 127% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (₨239) | ₨126 | + 90% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (₨329) | ₨72 | + 355% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,641 Franc (₨1,274) | ₨303 | + 320% | |
| Entertainment | + 146% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 146% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (₨3,262) | ₨1,219 | + 167% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (₨599) | ₨502 | + 19% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨2,127 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (₨7,467) | ₨1,823 | + 310% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (₨3,565) | ₨856 | + 316% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (₨895) | ₨212 | + 321% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (₨239) | ₨229 | + 4% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (₨59,874) | ₨37,534 | + 60% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (₨120) | ₨51 | + 134% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (₨5,987) | ₨2,303 | + 160% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 8,483 Franc (₨1,016) | ₨255 | + 298% | |
| TOTAL | + 180% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 27,959 prices entered by 3,864 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 18, 2019.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 180% more expensive than in India
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