- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Pakistan
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Pakistan
Currency:
| Food | + 195% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 195% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (₨1,827) | ₨557 | + 228% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (₨1,819) | ₨619 | + 194% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (₨728) | ₨219 | + 232% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (₨728) | ₨108 | + 576% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (₨510) | ₨122 | + 318% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (₨584) | ₨79 | + 639% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (₨971) | ₨613 | + 58% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (₨425) | ₨156 | + 173% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (₨183) | ₨39 | + 363% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (₨97) | ₨283 | - 66% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (₨909) | ₨2,980 | - 69% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (₨303) | ₨116 | + 160% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (₨607) | ₨57 | + 963% | |
| Housing | + 293% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 293% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (₨134,360) | ₨56,589 | + 137% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (₨115,950) | ₨35,418 | + 227% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (₨14,017) | ₨8,319 | + 68% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (₨24,268) | ₨46,212 | - 47% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (₨19,414) | ₨29,470 | - 34% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (₨6,067) | ₨6,959 | - 13% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (₨10,823) | ₨2,729 | + 297% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (₨54,254) | ₨41,526 | + 31% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (₨48,536) | ₨11,677 | + 316% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (₨1,088) | ₨499 | + 118% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (₨19,414) | ₨1,031 | + 1782% | |
| Clothes | + 306% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 306% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (₨13,836) | ₨2,663 | + 419% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (₨18,201) | ₨4,551 | + 300% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (₨23,599) | ₨6,644 | + 255% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (₨23,599) | ₨6,006 | + 293% | |
| Transportation | - 13% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 13% cheaper than in Pakistan | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (₨485,362) | ₨2,115,150 | - 77% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (₨165) | ₨92 | + 79% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | ₨2,561 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 437% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 437% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (₨728) | ₨241 | + 202% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (₨12,873) | ₨748 | + 1620% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (₨7,936) | ₨2,396 | + 231% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (₨6,067) | ₨445 | + 1264% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (₨1,133) | ₨320 | + 255% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (₨1,029) | ₨365 | + 182% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (₨485) | ₨158 | + 207% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (₨667) | ₨112 | + 493% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (₨2,427) | ₨589 | + 312% | |
| Entertainment | + 279% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 279% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (₨6,611) | ₨1,589 | + 316% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (₨1,213) | ₨1,181 | + 3% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨3,978 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (₨15,133) | ₨3,176 | + 376% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (₨7,225) | ₨1,228 | + 488% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (₨1,813) | ₨389 | + 367% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (₨483) | ₨548 | - 12% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (₨121,340) | ₨57,145 | + 112% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (₨243) | ₨52 | + 364% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (₨12,134) | ₨3,979 | + 205% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (₨3,640) | ₨281 | + 1197% | |
| TOTAL | + 198% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 4,349 prices entered by 541 different people.
These prices were last updated on January 15, 2019.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 198% more expensive than in Pakistan
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