- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Mexico
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Mexico
Currency:
| Food | + 141% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 141% more expensive than in Mexico | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (Mex$ 266) | Mex$ 118 | + 125% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (Mex$ 265) | Mex$ 95 | + 180% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (Mex$ 106) | Mex$ 66 | + 61% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (Mex$ 106) | Mex$ 19 | + 471% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (Mex$ 74) | Mex$ 31 | + 140% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (Mex$ 85) | Mex$ 20 | + 336% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (Mex$ 141) | Mex$ 62 | + 129% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (Mex$ 62) | Mex$ 37 | + 66% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (Mex$ 27) | Mex$ 24 | + 13% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (Mex$ 14) | Mex$ 21 | - 33% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (Mex$ 132) | Mex$ 223 | - 41% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (Mex$ 44) | Mex$ 25 | + 74% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (Mex$ 88) | Mex$ 20 | + 339% | |
| Housing | + 142% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 142% more expensive than in Mexico | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (Mex$ 19,569) | Mex$ 19,628 | - 0% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (Mex$ 16,888) | Mex$ 10,435 | + 62% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (Mex$ 2,042) | Mex$ 1,611 | + 27% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (Mex$ 3,535) | Mex$ 11,823 | - 70% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (Mex$ 2,828) | Mex$ 6,623 | - 57% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (Mex$ 884) | Mex$ 1,609 | - 45% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (Mex$ 1,576) | Mex$ 383 | + 311% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (Mex$ 7,902) | Mex$ 8,103 | - 2% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (Mex$ 7,069) | Mex$ 1,993 | + 255% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (Mex$ 158) | Mex$ 104 | + 53% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (Mex$ 2,828) | Mex$ 89 | + 3090% | |
| Clothes | + 243% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 243% more expensive than in Mexico | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (Mex$ 2,015) | Mex$ 799 | + 152% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (Mex$ 2,651) | Mex$ 656 | + 304% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (Mex$ 3,437) | Mex$ 1,491 | + 131% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (Mex$ 3,437) | Mex$ 1,293 | + 166% | |
| Transportation | - 18% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 18% cheaper than in Mexico | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (Mex$ 70,692) | Mex$ 312,016 | - 77% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (Mex$ 24) | Mex$ 19 | + 28% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | Mex$ 466 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 291% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 291% more expensive than in Mexico | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (Mex$ 106) | Mex$ 77 | + 37% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (Mex$ 1,875) | Mex$ 186 | + 909% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (Mex$ 1,156) | Mex$ 543 | + 113% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (Mex$ 884) | Mex$ 68 | + 1191% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (Mex$ 165) | Mex$ 49 | + 236% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (Mex$ 150) | Mex$ 53 | + 181% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (Mex$ 71) | Mex$ 28 | + 154% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (Mex$ 97) | Mex$ 29 | + 236% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (Mex$ 353) | Mex$ 123 | + 188% | |
| Entertainment | + 335% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 335% more expensive than in Mexico | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (Mex$ 963) | Mex$ 383 | + 151% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (Mex$ 177) | Mex$ 136 | + 30% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | Mex$ 1,187 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (Mex$ 2,204) | Mex$ 742 | + 197% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (Mex$ 1,052) | Mex$ 103 | + 919% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (Mex$ 264) | Mex$ 55 | + 383% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (Mex$ 70) | Mex$ 44 | + 58% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (Mex$ 17,673) | Mex$ 10,287 | + 72% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (Mex$ 35) | Mex$ 2.31 | + 1433% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (Mex$ 1,767) | Mex$ 715 | + 147% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (Mex$ 530) | Mex$ 52 | + 916% | |
| TOTAL | + 150% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 10,431 prices entered by 1,195 different people.
These prices were last updated on November 14, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 150% more expensive than in Mexico
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