- Cost of Living
- Republic of the Congo
- United States
- Comparison
Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to United States
Currency:
| Food | + 18% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 18% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 7,529 Franc ($13) | $14 | - 8% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,494 Franc ($13) | $8 | + 70% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc ($5.18) | $4.54 | + 14% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 3,000 Franc ($5.18) | $0.89 | + 481% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc ($3.63) | $3.17 | + 15% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc ($4.16) | $4.02 | + 3% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc ($7) | $6 | + 10% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 1,753 Franc ($3.03) | $3.34 | - 9% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc ($1.30) | $1.60 | - 19% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 401 Franc ($0.69) | $3.44 | - 80% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 3,747 Franc ($6) | $15 | - 56% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc ($2.15) | $1.91 | + 13% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc ($4.32) | $2.14 | + 102% | |
| Housing | - 2% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 2% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 553,651 Franc ($957) | $2,041 | - 53% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 477,789 Franc ($826) | $1,578 | - 48% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 57,759 Franc ($100) | $177 | - 44% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 100,000 Franc ($173) | $1,584 | - 89% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc ($138) | $1,130 | - 88% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc ($43) | $121 | - 64% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 44,598 Franc ($77) | $48 | + 61% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc ($386) | $334 | + 16% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc ($346) | $119 | + 192% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc ($8) | $11 | - 29% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc ($138) | $22 | + 514% | |
| Clothes | + 148% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 148% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc ($99) | $47 | + 109% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc ($130) | $45 | + 190% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc ($168) | $85 | + 97% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc ($168) | $115 | + 47% | |
| Transportation | - 26% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 26% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc ($3,456) | $22,351 | - 85% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc ($1.17) | $0.77 | + 53% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | $85 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 63% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 63% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc ($5.18) | $7 | - 26% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc ($92) | $19 | + 395% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 32,701 Franc ($57) | $111 | - 49% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc ($43) | $7 | + 537% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc ($8) | $3.50 | + 130% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc ($7) | $5.12 | + 43% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc ($3.46) | $3.47 | - 0% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc ($4.75) | $1.85 | + 156% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,000 Franc ($17) | $21 | - 16% | |
| Entertainment | + 121% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 121% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc ($47) | $45 | + 5% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc ($9) | $25 | - 65% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | $173 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc ($108) | $79 | + 37% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc ($51) | $12 | + 345% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc ($13) | $4.87 | + 165% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,989 Franc ($3.44) | $5.87 | - 42% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc ($864) | $424 | + 104% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc ($1.73) | $0.34 | + 416% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc ($86) | $54 | + 61% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 15,000 Franc ($26) | $8 | + 228% | |
| TOTAL | + 30% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 92,592 prices entered by 13,327 different people.
These prices were last updated on December 13, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 30% more expensive than in United States
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