Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to India
Currency:
| Food | + 250% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 250% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (₨1,596) | ₨375 | + 326% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (₨837) | ₨278 | + 201% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (₨384) | ₨138 | + 178% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (₨234) | ₨51 | + 355% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (₨256) | ₨71 | + 259% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (₨308) | ₨35 | + 768% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (₨512) | ₨212 | + 142% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (₨276) | ₨134 | + 106% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (₨96) | ₨28 | + 240% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (₨97) | ₨127 | - 24% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (₨1,488) | ₨797 | + 87% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (₨218) | ₨84 | + 158% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (₨320) | ₨35 | + 803% | |
| Housing | + 534% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 534% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (₨186,330) | ₨32,377 | + 475% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (₨80,533) | ₨19,833 | + 306% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (₨6,664) | ₨4,330 | + 54% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (₨86,945) | ₨22,135 | + 293% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (₨10,239) | ₨13,235 | - 23% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (₨3,200) | ₨3,267 | - 2% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (₨8,392) | ₨734 | + 1044% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (₨20,479) | ₨29,901 | - 32% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (₨25,598) | ₨10,367 | + 147% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (₨574) | ₨378 | + 52% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (₨10,239) | ₨359 | + 2756% | |
| Clothes | + 260% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 260% more expensive than in India | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (₨7,297) | ₨2,385 | + 206% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (₨9,599) | ₨2,611 | + 268% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (₨12,446) | ₨3,751 | + 232% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (₨12,446) | ₨2,705 | + 360% | |
| Transportation | - 18% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 18% cheaper than in India | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (₨255,981) | ₨934,217 | - 73% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (₨74) | ₨75 | - 1% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | ₨1,170 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 456% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 456% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (₨384) | ₨98 | + 292% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (₨6,789) | ₨200 | + 3300% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (₨3,131) | ₨917 | + 241% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (₨3,200) | ₨245 | + 1206% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (₨598) | ₨176 | + 239% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (₨543) | ₨234 | + 132% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (₨256) | ₨147 | + 74% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (₨352) | ₨69 | + 407% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (₨1,536) | ₨233 | + 558% | |
| Entertainment | + 426% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 426% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (₨3,487) | ₨1,246 | + 180% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (₨640) | ₨475 | + 35% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨1,736 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (₨7,981) | ₨1,930 | + 313% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (₨3,810) | ₨678 | + 462% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (₨956) | ₨219 | + 336% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (₨255) | ₨200 | + 27% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (₨63,995) | ₨33,946 | + 89% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (₨128) | ₨2.10 | + 6000% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (₨6,400) | ₨1,782 | + 259% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 8,483 Franc (₨1,086) | ₨260 | + 318% | |
| TOTAL | + 281% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 17,596 prices entered by 2,344 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 02, 2020.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 281% more expensive than in India
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