- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- Pakistan
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Pakistan
Currency:
| Food | + 199% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 199% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc (₨1,746) | ₨528 | + 231% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc (₨1,738) | ₨604 | + 188% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (₨696) | ₨214 | + 225% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc (₨696) | ₨108 | + 544% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc (₨488) | ₨121 | + 304% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (₨558) | ₨82 | + 583% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (₨928) | ₨437 | + 112% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc (₨407) | ₨153 | + 166% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (₨175) | ₨40 | + 339% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc (₨93) | ₨314 | - 70% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc (₨869) | ₨2,141 | - 59% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc (₨289) | ₨117 | + 147% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (₨580) | ₨55 | + 949% | |
| Housing | + 275% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 275% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc (₨128,418) | ₨57,018 | + 125% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc (₨110,822) | ₨35,866 | + 209% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc (₨13,397) | ₨7,949 | + 69% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc (₨23,195) | ₨44,615 | - 48% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc (₨18,556) | ₨25,314 | - 27% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (₨5,799) | ₨6,795 | - 15% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc (₨10,344) | ₨2,652 | + 290% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc (₨51,855) | ₨39,920 | + 30% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (₨46,390) | ₨11,091 | + 318% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (₨1,040) | ₨499 | + 108% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (₨18,556) | ₨947 | + 1860% | |
| Clothes | + 334% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 334% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (₨13,224) | ₨2,542 | + 420% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc (₨17,396) | ₨4,026 | + 332% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (₨22,555) | ₨6,025 | + 274% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (₨22,555) | ₨5,302 | + 325% | |
| Transportation | - 10% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 10% cheaper than in Pakistan | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (₨463,896) | ₨1,796,100 | - 74% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc (₨158) | ₨89 | + 78% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | ₨2,526 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 461% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 461% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (₨696) | ₨227 | + 206% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (₨12,304) | ₨639 | + 1826% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc (₨7,585) | ₨2,133 | + 256% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc (₨5,799) | ₨444 | + 1207% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (₨1,083) | ₨268 | + 305% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (₨984) | ₨340 | + 189% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (₨464) | ₨142 | + 226% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (₨637) | ₨109 | + 487% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc (₨2,319) | ₨627 | + 270% | |
| Entertainment | + 358% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 358% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (₨6,319) | ₨1,501 | + 321% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (₨1,160) | ₨1,126 | + 3% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨3,688 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (₨14,463) | ₨3,095 | + 367% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (₨6,905) | ₨526 | + 1213% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (₨1,733) | ₨391 | + 344% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc (₨461) | ₨548 | - 16% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc (₨115,974) | ₨54,726 | + 112% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (₨232) | ₨28 | + 733% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (₨11,597) | ₨3,850 | + 201% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc (₨3,479) | ₨182 | + 1816% | |
| TOTAL | + 213% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 4,584 prices entered by 546 different people.
These prices were last updated on November 15, 2018.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 213% more expensive than in Pakistan
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