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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Indonesia
Currency:
| Food | + 105% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 105% more expensive than in Indonesia | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 8,161 Franc (Rp 197,199) | Rp 69,652 | + 183% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,336 Franc (Rp 177,262) | Rp 49,012 | + 262% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (Rp 72,492) | Rp 30,274 | + 139% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 2,711 Franc (Rp 65,518) | Rp 19,307 | + 239% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (Rp 50,828) | Rp 22,930 | + 122% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (Rp 58,142) | Rp 15,178 | + 283% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (Rp 96,656) | Rp 70,887 | + 36% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (Rp 52,020) | Rp 40,336 | + 29% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (Rp 18,192) | Rp 20,381 | - 11% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 449 Franc (Rp 10,847) | Rp 31,061 | - 65% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 6,714 Franc (Rp 162,243) | Rp 452,082 | - 64% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (Rp 30,136) | Rp 18,202 | + 66% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (Rp 60,410) | Rp 15,610 | + 287% | |
| Housing | + 218% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 218% more expensive than in Indonesia | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 921,246 Franc (Rp 22,261,041) | Rp 15,003,400 | + 48% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 629,211 Franc (Rp 15,204,291) | Rp 9,455,050 | + 61% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (Rp 1,258,077) | Rp 994,014 | + 27% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 679,310 Franc (Rp 16,414,886) | Rp 8,961,230 | + 83% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (Rp 1,933,125) | Rp 5,804,040 | - 67% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (Rp 604,101) | Rp 678,231 | - 11% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (Rp 1,584,437) | Rp 247,500 | + 540% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (Rp 5,402,189) | Rp 4,430,410 | + 22% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (Rp 4,832,811) | Rp 1,785,720 | + 171% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (Rp 108,322) | Rp 62,053 | + 75% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (Rp 1,933,125) | Rp 64,195 | + 2911% | |
| Clothes | + 216% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 216% more expensive than in Indonesia | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (Rp 1,377,629) | Rp 693,255 | + 99% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (Rp 1,812,304) | Rp 435,770 | + 316% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (Rp 2,349,747) | Rp 995,985 | + 136% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (Rp 2,349,747) | Rp 1,451,840 | + 62% | |
| Transportation | - 38% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 38% cheaper than in Indonesia | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (Rp 48,328,115) | Rp 495,764,000 | - 90% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (Rp 16,426) | Rp 9,223 | + 78% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | Rp 422,608 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 372% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 372% more expensive than in Indonesia | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (Rp 72,492) | Rp 30,248 | + 140% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (Rp 1,281,807) | Rp 91,743 | + 1297% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (Rp 591,046) | Rp 388,150 | + 52% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (Rp 604,101) | Rp 43,144 | + 1300% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (Rp 112,835) | Rp 23,875 | + 373% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (Rp 102,489) | Rp 38,277 | + 168% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (Rp 48,328) | Rp 15,996 | + 202% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (Rp 66,382) | Rp 14,884 | + 346% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,641 Franc (Rp 257,137) | Rp 99,259 | + 159% | |
| Entertainment | + 256% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 256% more expensive than in Indonesia | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (Rp 658,263) | Rp 217,146 | + 203% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (Rp 120,820) | Rp 99,435 | + 22% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | Rp 964,594 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (Rp 1,506,781) | Rp 528,401 | + 185% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (Rp 719,366) | Rp 120,406 | + 497% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (Rp 180,536) | Rp 48,425 | + 273% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (Rp 48,139) | Rp 60,307 | - 20% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (Rp 12,082,029) | Rp 7,739,780 | + 56% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (Rp 24,164) | Rp 1,651 | + 1364% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (Rp 1,208,203) | Rp 783,577 | + 54% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 8,483 Franc (Rp 204,978) | Rp 25,084 | + 717% | |
| TOTAL | + 137% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,309 prices entered by 296 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 23, 2019.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 137% more expensive than in Indonesia
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