Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to Pakistan
Currency:
| Food | + 326% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 326% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc (₨3,681) | ₨477 | + 671% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc (₨1,931) | ₨617 | + 213% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc (₨886) | ₨253 | + 250% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc (₨539) | ₨111 | + 385% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc (₨590) | ₨146 | + 305% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc (₨710) | ₨85 | + 733% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc (₨1,181) | ₨736 | + 60% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc (₨635) | ₨147 | + 331% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc (₨222) | ₨52 | + 331% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc (₨223) | ₨285 | - 22% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc (₨3,433) | ₨1,607 | + 114% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc (₨502) | ₨133 | + 276% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc (₨738) | ₨80 | + 818% | |
| Housing | + 527% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 527% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc (₨429,728) | ₨65,208 | + 559% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc (₨185,732) | ₨40,675 | + 357% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc (₨15,368) | ₨11,662 | + 32% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc (₨200,520) | ₨44,902 | + 347% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc (₨23,615) | ₨32,659 | - 28% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc (₨7,380) | ₨8,932 | - 17% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc (₨19,355) | ₨2,572 | + 653% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc (₨47,229) | ₨44,098 | + 7% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc (₨59,036) | ₨23,617 | + 150% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc (₨1,323) | ₨667 | + 98% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc (₨23,615) | ₨516 | + 4479% | |
| Clothes | + 147% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 147% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc (₨16,829) | ₨3,054 | + 451% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 30,000 Franc (₨8,855) | ₨5,408 | + 64% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc (₨28,704) | ₨8,399 | + 242% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc (₨28,704) | ₨5,912 | + 386% | |
| Transportation | + 17% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 17% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc (₨590,363) | ₨2,463,580 | - 76% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc (₨171) | ₨107 | + 59% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 15,000 Franc (₨4,428) | ₨2,108 | + 110% | |
| Personal Care | + 577% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 577% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc (₨886) | ₨260 | + 241% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc (₨15,658) | ₨616 | + 2440% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc (₨7,220) | ₨1,831 | + 294% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc (₨7,380) | ₨463 | + 1494% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc (₨1,378) | ₨350 | + 294% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc (₨1,252) | ₨441 | + 184% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc (₨590) | ₨189 | + 212% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc (₨811) | ₨169 | + 380% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc (₨3,542) | ₨480 | + 639% | |
| Entertainment | + 348% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 348% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc (₨8,041) | ₨1,849 | + 335% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc (₨1,476) | ₨1,458 | + 1% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨2,679 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc (₨18,406) | ₨3,680 | + 400% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc (₨8,788) | ₨850 | + 934% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc (₨2,205) | ₨437 | + 405% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc (₨588) | ₨435 | + 35% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc (₨147,591) | ₨58,894 | + 151% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc (₨295) | ₨39 | + 662% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc (₨14,759) | ₨4,106 | + 259% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 2,500 Franc (₨738) | ₨267 | + 176% | |
| TOTAL | + 295% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,834 prices entered by 466 different people.
These prices were last updated on February 26, 2021.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 295% more expensive than in Pakistan
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