Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Pakistan
Currency:
| Food | + 235% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 235% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (₨3,174) | ₨606 | + 424% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (₨1,665) | ₨649 | + 157% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (₨764) | ₨252 | + 203% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (₨465) | ₨111 | + 320% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (₨509) | ₨122 | + 317% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (₨612) | ₨114 | + 438% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (₨1,018) | ₨508 | + 100% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (₨548) | ₨181 | + 203% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (₨192) | ₨46 | + 313% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (₨192) | ₨366 | - 47% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (₨2,960) | ₨2,502 | + 18% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (₨433) | ₨127 | + 240% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (₨636) | ₨56 | + 1038% | |
| Housing | + 497% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 497% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (₨370,558) | ₨54,670 | + 578% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (₨160,158) | ₨36,369 | + 340% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (₨13,252) | ₨9,463 | + 40% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (₨172,910) | ₨48,807 | + 254% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (₨20,363) | ₨29,928 | - 32% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (₨6,363) | ₨8,151 | - 22% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (₨16,690) | ₨2,478 | + 573% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (₨40,726) | ₨39,996 | + 2% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (₨50,907) | ₨12,115 | + 320% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (₨1,141) | ₨593 | + 93% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (₨20,363) | ₨773 | + 2535% | |
| Clothes | + 429% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 429% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (₨14,512) | ₨2,113 | + 587% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (₨19,090) | ₨3,540 | + 439% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (₨24,752) | ₨6,553 | + 278% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (₨24,752) | ₨5,618 | + 341% | |
| Transportation | - 15% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 15% cheaper than in Pakistan | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (₨509,074) | ₨1,997,080 | - 75% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (₨148) | ₨112 | + 31% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | ₨1,892 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 513% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 513% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (₨764) | ₨311 | + 146% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (₨13,502) | ₨401 | + 3271% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (₨6,226) | ₨1,433 | + 335% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (₨6,363) | ₨514 | + 1137% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (₨1,189) | ₨312 | + 281% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (₨1,080) | ₨305 | + 254% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (₨509) | ₨189 | + 169% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (₨699) | ₨134 | + 420% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (₨3,054) | ₨388 | + 688% | |
| Entertainment | + 500% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 500% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (₨6,934) | ₨1,486 | + 366% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (₨1,273) | ₨1,191 | + 7% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨3,621 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (₨15,872) | ₨3,615 | + 339% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (₨7,578) | ₨885 | + 756% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (₨1,902) | ₨325 | + 485% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (₨507) | ₨393 | + 29% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (₨127,269) | ₨55,804 | + 128% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (₨255) | ₨4.62 | + 5405% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (₨12,727) | ₨4,179 | + 205% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 8,483 Franc (₨2,159) | ₨217 | + 895% | |
| TOTAL | + 272% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 3,091 prices entered by 461 different people.
These prices were last updated on February 26, 2020.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 272% more expensive than in Pakistan
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