Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to United States
Currency:
| Food | + 42% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 42% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc ($23) | $15 | + 51% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc ($12) | $8 | + 46% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc ($5.51) | $4.27 | + 29% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc ($3.35) | $0.88 | + 282% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc ($3.67) | $2.88 | + 28% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc ($4.42) | $4.18 | + 6% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc ($7) | $6 | + 18% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc ($3.95) | $3.44 | + 15% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc ($1.38) | $1.76 | - 21% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc ($1.39) | $3.11 | - 55% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc ($21) | $14 | + 50% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc ($3.12) | $1.99 | + 57% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc ($4.59) | $2.18 | + 111% | |
| Housing | + 46% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 46% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc ($2,672) | $2,189 | + 22% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc ($1,155) | $1,581 | - 27% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc ($96) | $179 | - 47% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc ($1,247) | $1,543 | - 19% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc ($147) | $1,142 | - 87% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc ($46) | $113 | - 59% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc ($120) | $52 | + 130% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc ($294) | $272 | + 8% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc ($367) | $127 | + 189% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc ($8) | $11 | - 23% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc ($147) | $22 | + 567% | |
| Clothes | + 61% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 61% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc ($105) | $47 | + 123% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 30,000 Franc ($55) | $42 | + 30% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc ($178) | $86 | + 107% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc ($178) | $107 | + 67% | |
| Transportation | - 55% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 55% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc ($3,671) | $23,518 | - 84% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc ($1.06) | $0.66 | + 61% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 15,000 Franc ($28) | $74 | - 63% | |
| Personal Care | + 95% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 95% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc ($5.51) | $7 | - 21% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc ($97) | $16 | + 500% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc ($45) | $111 | - 60% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc ($46) | $7 | + 597% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc ($9) | $3.45 | + 148% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc ($8) | $4.86 | + 60% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc ($3.67) | $3.66 | + 0% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc ($5.04) | $1.81 | + 178% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc ($22) | $22 | + 0% | |
| Entertainment | + 124% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 124% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc ($50) | $47 | + 7% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc ($9) | $25 | - 64% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | $197 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc ($114) | $78 | + 47% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc ($55) | $12 | + 345% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc ($14) | $4.94 | + 178% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc ($3.66) | $5.65 | - 35% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc ($918) | $427 | + 115% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc ($1.84) | $0.25 | + 643% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc ($92) | $49 | + 86% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 2,500 Franc ($4.59) | $8 | - 45% | |
| TOTAL | + 34% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 32,076 prices entered by 4,182 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 08, 2021.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 34% more expensive than in United States
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