- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Japan
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Japan
Currency:
| Food | + 20% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 20% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (¥1,467) | ¥1,038 | + 41% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (¥1,460) | ¥691 | + 111% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (¥585) | ¥436 | + 34% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (¥585) | ¥203 | + 189% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (¥410) | ¥287 | + 43% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (¥469) | ¥777 | - 40% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (¥779) | ¥927 | - 16% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (¥342) | ¥688 | - 50% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (¥147) | ¥416 | - 65% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (¥78) | ¥277 | - 72% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (¥730) | ¥1,538 | - 53% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (¥243) | ¥199 | + 22% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (¥487) | ¥198 | + 146% | |
| Housing | + 23% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 23% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (¥107,886) | ¥218,000 | - 51% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (¥93,103) | ¥123,235 | - 24% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (¥11,255) | ¥21,518 | - 48% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (¥19,486) | ¥110,576 | - 82% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (¥15,589) | ¥71,567 | - 78% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (¥4,872) | ¥12,926 | - 62% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (¥8,690) | ¥4,101 | + 112% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (¥43,564) | ¥55,558 | - 22% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (¥38,972) | ¥16,537 | + 136% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (¥874) | ¥711 | + 23% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (¥15,589) | ¥1,838 | + 748% | |
| Clothes | + 160% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 160% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (¥11,109) | ¥7,197 | + 54% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (¥14,615) | ¥4,336 | + 237% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (¥18,949) | ¥8,421 | + 125% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (¥18,949) | ¥13,972 | + 36% | |
| Transportation | - 32% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 32% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (¥389,725) | ¥2,510,720 | - 84% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (¥132) | ¥145 | - 9% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | ¥11,257 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 126% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 126% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (¥585) | ¥1,278 | - 54% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (¥10,337) | ¥1,019 | + 915% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (¥6,372) | ¥3,622 | + 76% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (¥4,872) | ¥612 | + 696% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (¥910) | ¥707 | + 29% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (¥826) | ¥455 | + 82% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (¥390) | ¥137 | + 184% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (¥535) | ¥229 | + 134% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (¥1,949) | ¥2,939 | - 34% | |
| Entertainment | + 102% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 102% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (¥5,308) | ¥4,071 | + 30% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (¥974) | ¥3,365 | - 71% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ¥14,181 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (¥12,151) | ¥7,647 | + 59% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (¥5,801) | ¥964 | + 502% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (¥1,456) | ¥487 | + 199% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (¥387) | ¥586 | - 34% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (¥97,431) | ¥49,094 | + 98% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (¥195) | ¥56 | + 249% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (¥9,743) | ¥10,339 | - 6% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (¥2,923) | ¥468 | + 524% | |
| TOTAL | + 40% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,015 prices entered by 331 different people.
These prices were last updated on November 16, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 40% more expensive than in Japan
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