Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to India
Currency:
| Food | + 266% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 266% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (₨1,685) | ₨345 | + 389% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (₨884) | ₨294 | + 201% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (₨405) | ₨141 | + 188% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (₨247) | ₨52 | + 371% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (₨270) | ₨75 | + 262% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (₨325) | ₨37 | + 780% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (₨541) | ₨235 | + 130% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (₨291) | ₨149 | + 95% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (₨102) | ₨32 | + 223% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (₨102) | ₨138 | - 26% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (₨1,572) | ₨721 | + 118% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (₨230) | ₨86 | + 167% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (₨338) | ₨35 | + 871% | |
| Housing | + 582% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 582% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (₨196,727) | ₨33,225 | + 492% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (₨85,027) | ₨19,978 | + 326% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (₨7,036) | ₨4,391 | + 60% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (₨91,797) | ₨18,113 | + 407% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (₨10,811) | ₨11,868 | - 9% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (₨3,378) | ₨3,639 | - 7% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (₨8,861) | ₨712 | + 1145% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (₨21,621) | ₨29,862 | - 28% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (₨27,026) | ₨10,869 | + 149% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (₨606) | ₨398 | + 52% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (₨10,811) | ₨220 | + 4822% | |
| Clothes | + 130% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 130% more expensive than in India | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (₨7,704) | ₨2,376 | + 224% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 30,000 Franc (₨4,054) | ₨2,495 | + 63% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (₨13,140) | ₨3,665 | + 259% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (₨13,140) | ₨2,737 | + 380% | |
| Transportation | + 3% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is about the same as in India | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (₨270,265) | ₨944,817 | - 71% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (₨78) | ₨83 | - 5% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 15,000 Franc (₨2,027) | ₨1,167 | + 74% | |
| Personal Care | + 508% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 508% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (₨405) | ₨99 | + 310% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (₨7,168) | ₨216 | + 3216% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (₨3,305) | ₨630 | + 425% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (₨3,378) | ₨319 | + 958% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (₨631) | ₨170 | + 271% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (₨573) | ₨260 | + 120% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (₨270) | ₨139 | + 95% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (₨371) | ₨72 | + 414% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (₨1,622) | ₨216 | + 652% | |
| Entertainment | + 394% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 394% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (₨3,681) | ₨1,196 | + 208% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (₨676) | ₨478 | + 41% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨1,591 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (₨8,426) | ₨1,484 | + 468% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (₨4,023) | ₨517 | + 678% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (₨1,010) | ₨180 | + 462% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (₨269) | ₨187 | + 44% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (₨67,566) | ₨38,405 | + 76% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (₨135) | ₨5.46 | + 2375% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (₨6,757) | ₨1,488 | + 354% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 2,500 Franc (₨338) | ₨272 | + 24% | |
| TOTAL | + 282% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 9,598 prices entered by 1,814 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 08, 2021.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 282% more expensive than in India
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