Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Japan
Currency:
| Food | + 44% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 44% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (¥2,449) | ¥947 | + 158% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (¥1,285) | ¥693 | + 85% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (¥589) | ¥417 | + 41% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (¥359) | ¥204 | + 76% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (¥393) | ¥238 | + 65% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (¥473) | ¥653 | - 28% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (¥786) | ¥888 | - 12% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (¥423) | ¥786 | - 46% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (¥148) | ¥389 | - 62% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (¥148) | ¥306 | - 52% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (¥2,284) | ¥1,339 | + 71% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (¥334) | ¥183 | + 82% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (¥491) | ¥246 | + 99% | |
| Housing | + 48% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 48% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (¥285,894) | ¥292,182 | - 2% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (¥123,565) | ¥166,938 | - 26% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (¥10,224) | ¥25,258 | - 60% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (¥133,404) | ¥145,026 | - 8% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (¥15,711) | ¥81,047 | - 81% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (¥4,910) | ¥13,235 | - 63% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (¥12,877) | ¥3,869 | + 233% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (¥31,421) | ¥55,604 | - 43% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (¥39,276) | ¥12,951 | + 203% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (¥880) | ¥778 | + 13% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (¥15,711) | ¥2,599 | + 505% | |
| Clothes | + 46% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 46% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (¥11,196) | ¥6,849 | + 63% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 30,000 Franc (¥5,891) | ¥4,780 | + 23% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (¥19,096) | ¥8,249 | + 131% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (¥19,096) | ¥12,511 | + 53% | |
| Transportation | - 65% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 65% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (¥392,763) | ¥2,585,890 | - 85% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (¥114) | ¥135 | - 15% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 15,000 Franc (¥2,946) | ¥10,445 | - 72% | |
| Personal Care | + 113% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 113% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (¥589) | ¥1,225 | - 52% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (¥10,417) | ¥1,626 | + 541% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (¥4,803) | ¥6,148 | - 22% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (¥4,910) | ¥812 | + 505% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (¥917) | ¥655 | + 40% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (¥833) | ¥501 | + 66% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (¥393) | ¥170 | + 131% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (¥539) | ¥229 | + 136% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (¥2,357) | ¥2,983 | - 21% | |
| Entertainment | + 109% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 109% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (¥5,350) | ¥3,633 | + 47% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (¥982) | ¥3,632 | - 73% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ¥12,969 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (¥12,246) | ¥6,378 | + 92% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (¥5,846) | ¥1,122 | + 421% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (¥1,467) | ¥432 | + 239% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (¥391) | ¥556 | - 30% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (¥98,191) | ¥51,985 | + 89% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (¥196) | ¥40 | + 391% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (¥9,819) | ¥9,497 | + 3% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 2,500 Franc (¥491) | ¥525 | - 7% | |
| TOTAL | + 26% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 733 prices entered by 136 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 03, 2021.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 26% more expensive than in Japan
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