Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Nigeria
Currency:
| Food | + 156% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 156% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (9,539 ₦) | 2,296 ₦ | + 315% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (5,005 ₦) | 2,790 ₦ | + 79% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (2,295 ₦) | 1,085 ₦ | + 111% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (1,397 ₦) | 675 ₦ | + 107% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (1,530 ₦) | 827 ₦ | + 85% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (1,841 ₦) | 635 ₦ | + 190% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (3,060 ₦) | 3,064 ₦ | - 0% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (1,647 ₦) | 1,084 ₦ | + 52% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (576 ₦) | 1,099 ₦ | - 48% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (578 ₦) | 549 ₦ | + 5% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (8,896 ₦) | 2,934 ₦ | + 203% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (1,300 ₦) | 366 ₦ | + 255% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (1,912 ₦) | 394 ₦ | + 386% | |
| Housing | + 240% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 240% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (1,113,678 ₦) | 544,026 ₦ | + 105% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (481,339 ₦) | 196,901 ₦ | + 144% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (39,828 ₦) | 34,981 ₦ | + 14% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (519,664 ₦) | 128,374 ₦ | + 305% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (61,199 ₦) | 191,228 ₦ | - 68% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (19,125 ₦) | 33,513 ₦ | - 43% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (50,160 ₦) | 11,792 ₦ | + 325% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (122,398 ₦) | 116,113 ₦ | + 5% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (152,998 ₦) | 40,012 ₦ | + 282% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (3,429 ₦) | 1,645 ₦ | + 109% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (61,199 ₦) | 1,000 ₦ | + 6020% | |
| Clothes | + 154% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 154% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (43,613 ₦) | 7,775 ₦ | + 461% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 30,000 Franc (22,950 ₦) | 14,243 ₦ | + 61% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (74,389 ₦) | 15,717 ₦ | + 373% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (74,389 ₦) | 15,582 ₦ | + 377% | |
| Transportation | - 19% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 19% cheaper than in Nigeria | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (1,529,977 ₦) | 8,553,290 ₦ | - 82% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (444 ₦) | 157 ₦ | + 182% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 15,000 Franc (11,475 ₦) | 12,922 ₦ | - 11% | |
| Personal Care | + 248% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 248% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (2,295 ₦) | 1,873 ₦ | + 23% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (40,580 ₦) | 3,886 ₦ | + 944% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (18,711 ₦) | 21,360 ₦ | - 12% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (19,125 ₦) | 1,776 ₦ | + 977% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (3,572 ₦) | 1,014 ₦ | + 252% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (3,245 ₦) | 2,171 ₦ | + 49% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (1,530 ₦) | 671 ₦ | + 128% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (2,102 ₦) | 649 ₦ | + 224% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (9,180 ₦) | 2,351 ₦ | + 290% | |
| Entertainment | + 233% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 233% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (20,839 ₦) | 9,428 ₦ | + 121% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (3,825 ₦) | 4,368 ₦ | - 12% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | 18,463 ₦ | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (47,702 ₦) | 21,062 ₦ | + 126% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (22,774 ₦) | 2,330 ₦ | + 877% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (5,715 ₦) | 2,500 ₦ | + 129% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (1,524 ₦) | 700 ₦ | + 118% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (382,494 ₦) | 178,695 ₦ | + 114% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (765 ₦) | 108 ₦ | + 609% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (38,249 ₦) | 15,945 ₦ | + 140% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 2,500 Franc (1,912 ₦) | 632 ₦ | + 203% | |
| TOTAL | + 152% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 625 prices entered by 58 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 16, 2021.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 152% more expensive than in Nigeria
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