- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Nigeria
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Nigeria
Currency:
| Food | + 105% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 105% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (4,749 ₦) | 2,239 ₦ | + 112% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (4,728 ₦) | 2,149 ₦ | + 120% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (1,893 ₦) | 928 ₦ | + 104% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (1,893 ₦) | 1,014 ₦ | + 87% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (1,327 ₦) | 582 ₦ | + 128% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (1,518 ₦) | 662 ₦ | + 129% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (2,523 ₦) | 2,067 ₦ | + 22% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (1,106 ₦) | 1,133 ₦ | - 2% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (475 ₦) | 843 ₦ | - 44% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (253 ₦) | 330 ₦ | - 23% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (2,364 ₦) | 2,306 ₦ | + 3% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (787 ₦) | 375 ₦ | + 110% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (1,577 ₦) | 370 ₦ | + 327% | |
| Housing | + 153% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 153% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (349,264 ₦) | 368,693 ₦ | - 5% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (301,407 ₦) | 224,250 ₦ | + 34% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (36,436 ₦) | 27,191 ₦ | + 34% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (63,084 ₦) | 196,279 ₦ | - 68% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (50,467 ₦) | 104,303 ₦ | - 52% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (15,771 ₦) | 13,539 ₦ | + 16% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (28,134 ₦) | 7,605 ₦ | + 270% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (141,032 ₦) | 111,992 ₦ | + 26% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (126,168 ₦) | 35,539 ₦ | + 255% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (2,828 ₦) | 1,244 ₦ | + 127% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (50,467 ₦) | 2,304 ₦ | + 2090% | |
| Clothes | + 321% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 321% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (35,965 ₦) | 6,498 ₦ | + 453% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (47,313 ₦) | 10,330 ₦ | + 358% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (61,344 ₦) | 15,510 ₦ | + 296% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (61,344 ₦) | 28,860 ₦ | + 113% | |
| Transportation | - 8% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 8% cheaper than in Nigeria | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (1,261,676 ₦) | 5,470,950 ₦ | - 77% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (429 ₦) | 153 ₦ | + 180% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | 12,095 ₦ | - | |
| Personal Care | + 317% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 317% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (1,893 ₦) | 1,712 ₦ | + 11% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (33,463 ₦) | 1,740 ₦ | + 1823% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (20,629 ₦) | 7,626 ₦ | + 171% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (15,771 ₦) | 1,581 ₦ | + 897% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (2,946 ₦) | 1,106 ₦ | + 166% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (2,676 ₦) | 1,336 ₦ | + 100% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (1,262 ₦) | 390 ₦ | + 223% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (1,733 ₦) | 478 ₦ | + 263% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (6,308 ₦) | 1,593 ₦ | + 296% | |
| Entertainment | + 306% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 306% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (17,185 ₦) | 5,427 ₦ | + 217% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (3,154 ₦) | 3,246 ₦ | - 3% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | 17,434 ₦ | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (39,337 ₦) | 15,096 ₦ | + 161% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (18,780 ₦) | 2,655 ₦ | + 607% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (4,713 ₦) | 1,656 ₦ | + 185% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (1,254 ₦) | 575 ₦ | + 118% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (315,419 ₦) | 178,983 ₦ | + 76% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (631 ₦) | 62 ₦ | + 920% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (31,542 ₦) | 14,751 ₦ | + 114% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (9,463 ₦) | 473 ₦ | + 1899% | |
| TOTAL | + 149% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,402 prices entered by 112 different people.
These prices were last updated on January 19, 2019.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 149% more expensive than in Nigeria
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