Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Nigeria
Currency:
| Food | + 183% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 183% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (8,356 ₦) | 1,860 ₦ | + 349% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (4,385 ₦) | 1,680 ₦ | + 161% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (2,010 ₦) | 861 ₦ | + 134% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (1,224 ₦) | 749 ₦ | + 63% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (1,340 ₦) | 561 ₦ | + 139% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (1,612 ₦) | 653 ₦ | + 147% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (2,680 ₦) | 1,870 ₦ | + 43% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (1,443 ₦) | 1,110 ₦ | + 30% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (505 ₦) | 585 ₦ | - 14% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (506 ₦) | 324 ₦ | + 56% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (7,793 ₦) | 2,970 ₦ | + 162% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (1,139 ₦) | 336 ₦ | + 239% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (1,675 ₦) | 355 ₦ | + 372% | |
| Housing | + 258% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 258% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (975,565 ₦) | 441,012 ₦ | + 121% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (421,646 ₦) | 261,408 ₦ | + 61% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (34,889 ₦) | 20,149 ₦ | + 73% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (455,218 ₦) | 222,496 ₦ | + 105% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (53,609 ₦) | 217,542 ₦ | - 75% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (16,753 ₦) | 10,810 ₦ | + 55% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (43,940 ₦) | 7,298 ₦ | + 502% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (107,219 ₦) | 62,156 ₦ | + 72% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (134,024 ₦) | 29,341 ₦ | + 357% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (3,004 ₦) | 999 ₦ | + 201% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (53,609 ₦) | 1,000 ₦ | + 5261% | |
| Clothes | + 411% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 411% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (38,204 ₦) | 5,049 ₦ | + 657% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (50,259 ₦) | 10,356 ₦ | + 385% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (65,163 ₦) | 10,731 ₦ | + 507% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (65,163 ₦) | 15,987 ₦ | + 308% | |
| Transportation | + 12% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 12% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (1,340,237 ₦) | 2,324,530 ₦ | - 42% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (389 ₦) | 145 ₦ | + 167% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | 13,522 ₦ | - | |
| Personal Care | + 407% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 407% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (2,010 ₦) | 748 ₦ | + 169% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (35,547 ₦) | 4,995 ₦ | + 612% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (16,391 ₦) | 6,486 ₦ | + 153% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (16,753 ₦) | 1,123 ₦ | + 1392% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (3,129 ₦) | 764 ₦ | + 309% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (2,842 ₦) | 930 ₦ | + 206% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (1,340 ₦) | 311 ₦ | + 331% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (1,841 ₦) | 396 ₦ | + 365% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (8,041 ₦) | 2,354 ₦ | + 242% | |
| Entertainment | + 410% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 410% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (18,255 ₦) | 4,367 ₦ | + 318% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (3,351 ₦) | 3,670 ₦ | - 9% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | 10,334 ₦ | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (41,786 ₦) | 26,560 ₦ | + 57% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (19,949 ₦) | 2,914 ₦ | + 585% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (5,007 ₦) | 1,230 ₦ | + 307% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (1,335 ₦) | 366 ₦ | + 265% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (335,059 ₦) | 70,572 ₦ | + 375% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (670 ₦) | 20 ₦ | + 3219% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (33,506 ₦) | 13,946 ₦ | + 140% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 8,483 Franc (5,684 ₦) | 454 ₦ | + 1152% | |
| TOTAL | + 231% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,053 prices entered by 92 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 04, 2020.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 231% more expensive than in Nigeria
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