Cost of living in Democratic Republic of the Congo compared to Pakistan
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| Food | + 168% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 168% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 40,000 Franc (₨4,756) | ₨851 | + 459% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 20,000 Franc (₨2,378) | ₨952 | + 150% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 12,174 Franc (₨1,448) | ₨348 | + 315% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 4,751 Franc (₨565) | ₨169 | + 234% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 6,168 Franc (₨733) | ₨282 | + 160% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 7,788 Franc (₨926) | ₨252 | + 267% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 60,000 Franc (₨7,134) | ₨1,139 | + 526% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 3,230 Franc (₨384) | ₨290 | + 32% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 2,119 Franc (₨252) | ₨122 | + 106% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 4,000 Franc (₨476) | ₨549 | - 13% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 31,134 Franc (₨3,702) | ₨2,949 | + 26% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 6,000 Franc (₨713) | ₨289 | + 147% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,442 Franc (₨290) | ₨191 | + 52% | |
| Housing | + 140% | |||
| Housing in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 140% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | - | ₨118,562 | - | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 946,148 Franc (₨112,503) | ₨73,692 | + 53% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 300,000 Franc (₨35,672) | ₨23,696 | + 51% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 2,000,000 Franc (₨237,814) | ₨59,994 | + 296% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 547,728 Franc (₨65,129) | ₨50,948 | + 28% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 40,000 Franc (₨4,756) | ₨20,196 | - 76% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 100,000 Franc (₨11,891) | ₨2,076 | + 473% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 200,000 Franc (₨23,781) | ₨71,670 | - 67% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 20,000 Franc (₨2,378) | ₨22,629 | - 89% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 10,000 Franc (₨1,189) | ₨1,673 | - 29% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 320,000 Franc (₨38,050) | ₨1,564 | + 2333% | |
| Clothes | + 160% | |||
| Clothes in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 160% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 80,000 Franc (₨9,513) | ₨3,426 | + 178% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 100,000 Franc (₨11,891) | ₨6,254 | + 90% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 120,000 Franc (₨14,269) | ₨13,199 | + 8% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 800,000 Franc (₨95,125) | ₨8,569 | + 1010% | |
| Transportation | + 13% | |||
| Transportation in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 13% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 4,000,000 Franc (₨475,627) | ₨4,456,060 | - 89% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 2,000 Franc (₨238) | ₨270 | - 12% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 80,454 Franc (₨9,567) | ₨4,626 | + 107% | |
| Personal Care | + 147% | |||
| Personal Care in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 147% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 5,000 Franc (₨595) | ₨1,015 | - 41% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 7,578 Franc (₨901) | ₨1,391 | - 35% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 100,000 Franc (₨11,891) | ₨3,667 | + 224% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 20,000 Franc (₨2,378) | ₨521 | + 356% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 19,745 Franc (₨2,348) | ₨922 | + 155% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 30,000 Franc (₨3,567) | ₨736 | + 385% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 5,093 Franc (₨606) | ₨249 | + 143% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 4,093 Franc (₨487) | ₨242 | + 101% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 30,511 Franc (₨3,628) | ₨860 | + 322% | |
| Entertainment | + 11% | |||
| Entertainment in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 11% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 25,796 Franc (₨3,067) | ₨3,545 | - 13% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 40,000 Franc (₨4,756) | ₨2,089 | + 128% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 60,000 Franc (₨7,134) | ₨2,959 | + 141% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 30,312 Franc (₨3,604) | ₨7,109 | - 49% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 20,000 Franc (₨2,378) | ₨880 | + 170% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | - | ₨669 | - | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,758 Franc (₨209) | ₨1,106 | - 81% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | - | ₨119,622 | - | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 200 Franc (₨24) | ₨3.79 | + 527% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 22,222 Franc (₨2,642) | ₨3,764 | - 30% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 13,542 Franc (₨1,610) | ₨415 | + 288% | |
| TOTAL | + 92% | |||
This comparison is lacking data. It provides a decent comparison, but it is not yet reliable. It is based on 1,756 prices entered by 457 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 08, 2023.
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Cost of living in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 92% more expensive than in Pakistan
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