- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Nigeria
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Nigeria
Currency:
| Food | + 104% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 104% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (4,710 ₦) | 2,288 ₦ | + 106% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (4,688 ₦) | 1,990 ₦ | + 136% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (1,877 ₦) | 994 ₦ | + 89% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (1,877 ₦) | 863 ₦ | + 118% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (1,316 ₦) | 574 ₦ | + 129% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (1,505 ₦) | 624 ₦ | + 141% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (2,502 ₦) | 2,080 ₦ | + 20% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (1,096 ₦) | 1,187 ₦ | - 8% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (471 ₦) | 931 ₦ | - 49% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (251 ₦) | 339 ₦ | - 26% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (2,344 ₦) | 2,371 ₦ | - 1% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (780 ₦) | 374 ₦ | + 109% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (1,564 ₦) | 374 ₦ | + 318% | |
| Housing | + 142% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 142% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (346,331 ₦) | 327,096 ₦ | + 6% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (298,876 ₦) | 265,824 ₦ | + 12% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (36,130 ₦) | 27,010 ₦ | + 34% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (62,554 ₦) | 234,517 ₦ | - 73% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (50,043 ₦) | 125,903 ₦ | - 60% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (15,639 ₦) | 16,128 ₦ | - 3% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (27,898 ₦) | 6,064 ₦ | + 360% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (139,848 ₦) | 115,445 ₦ | + 21% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (125,108 ₦) | 35,316 ₦ | + 254% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (2,804 ₦) | 1,101 ₦ | + 155% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (50,043 ₦) | 1,488 ₦ | + 3264% | |
| 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 (35,663 ₦) | 6,787 ₦ | + 425% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (46,916 ₦) | 10,295 ₦ | + 356% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (60,828 ₦) | 16,193 ₦ | + 276% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (60,828 ₦) | 27,800 ₦ | + 119% | |
| Transportation | - 9% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 9% cheaper than in Nigeria | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (1,251,081 ₦) | 5,470,950 ₦ | - 77% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (425 ₦) | 155 ₦ | + 175% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | 10,211 ₦ | - | |
| Personal Care | + 306% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 306% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (1,877 ₦) | 1,599 ₦ | + 17% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (33,182 ₦) | 1,933 ₦ | + 1617% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (20,456 ₦) | 7,156 ₦ | + 186% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (15,639 ₦) | 1,414 ₦ | + 1006% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (2,921 ₦) | 1,145 ₦ | + 155% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (2,653 ₦) | 1,441 ₦ | + 84% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (1,251 ₦) | 402 ₦ | + 211% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (1,718 ₦) | 487 ₦ | + 253% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (6,255 ₦) | 1,476 ₦ | + 324% | |
| Entertainment | + 315% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 315% more expensive than in Nigeria | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (17,041 ₦) | 5,419 ₦ | + 214% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (3,128 ₦) | 3,209 ₦ | - 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 (39,006 ₦) | 15,524 ₦ | + 151% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (18,622 ₦) | 2,556 ₦ | + 629% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (4,674 ₦) | 1,457 ₦ | + 221% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (1,244 ₦) | 562 ₦ | + 121% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (312,770 ₦) | 186,359 ₦ | + 68% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (626 ₦) | 43 ₦ | + 1340% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (31,277 ₦) | 14,882 ₦ | + 110% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (9,383 ₦) | 471 ₦ | + 1893% | |
| TOTAL | + 147% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,441 prices entered by 115 different people.
These prices were last updated on November 11, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 147% more expensive than in Nigeria
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