- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Japan
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Japan
Currency:
| Food | + 21% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 21% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (¥1,437) | ¥1,006 | + 43% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (¥1,430) | ¥711 | + 101% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (¥572) | ¥445 | + 29% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (¥572) | ¥198 | + 189% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (¥401) | ¥270 | + 49% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (¥459) | ¥689 | - 33% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (¥763) | ¥889 | - 14% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (¥334) | ¥637 | - 48% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (¥144) | ¥430 | - 67% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (¥77) | ¥262 | - 71% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (¥715) | ¥1,549 | - 54% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (¥238) | ¥212 | + 12% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (¥477) | ¥195 | + 144% | |
| Housing | + 19% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 19% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (¥105,639) | ¥242,113 | - 56% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (¥91,164) | ¥121,422 | - 25% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (¥11,021) | ¥21,895 | - 50% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (¥19,080) | ¥116,929 | - 84% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (¥15,264) | ¥79,022 | - 81% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (¥4,770) | ¥12,611 | - 62% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (¥8,509) | ¥4,156 | + 105% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (¥42,657) | ¥55,558 | - 23% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (¥38,161) | ¥16,830 | + 127% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (¥855) | ¥693 | + 23% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (¥15,264) | ¥1,827 | + 736% | |
| Clothes | + 158% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 158% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (¥10,878) | ¥7,207 | + 51% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (¥14,310) | ¥4,012 | + 257% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (¥18,554) | ¥8,544 | + 117% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (¥18,554) | ¥15,007 | + 24% | |
| Transportation | - 34% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 34% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (¥381,607) | ¥2,657,440 | - 86% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (¥130) | ¥147 | - 12% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | ¥11,877 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 117% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 117% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (¥572) | ¥1,278 | - 55% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (¥10,121) | ¥1,016 | + 897% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (¥6,239) | ¥4,123 | + 51% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (¥4,770) | ¥630 | + 657% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (¥891) | ¥711 | + 25% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (¥809) | ¥484 | + 67% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (¥382) | ¥145 | + 163% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (¥524) | ¥213 | + 146% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (¥1,908) | ¥2,946 | - 35% | |
| Entertainment | + 103% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 103% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (¥5,198) | ¥4,119 | + 26% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (¥954) | ¥3,373 | - 72% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ¥12,005 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (¥11,898) | ¥8,157 | + 46% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (¥5,680) | ¥903 | + 529% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (¥1,426) | ¥498 | + 186% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (¥379) | ¥551 | - 31% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (¥95,402) | ¥49,094 | + 94% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (¥191) | ¥56 | + 242% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (¥9,540) | ¥10,056 | - 5% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (¥2,862) | ¥474 | + 504% | |
| TOTAL | + 37% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,844 prices entered by 311 different people.
These prices were last updated on January 16, 2019.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 37% more expensive than in Japan
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