Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to United States
Currency:
| Food | + 34% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 34% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,470 Franc ($21) | $15 | + 44% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 6,543 Franc ($11) | $8 | + 40% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc ($5.08) | $4.33 | + 17% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 1,826 Franc ($3.09) | $0.88 | + 253% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,000 Franc ($3.39) | $2.97 | + 14% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc ($4.08) | $4.02 | + 1% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc ($7) | $6 | + 8% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc ($3.65) | $3.35 | + 9% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc ($1.28) | $1.76 | - 28% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 756 Franc ($1.28) | $3.17 | - 60% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 11,629 Franc ($20) | $14 | + 37% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 1,700 Franc ($2.88) | $1.94 | + 48% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc ($4.23) | $2.03 | + 109% | |
| Housing | + 39% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 39% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 1,455,810 Franc ($2,466) | $2,264 | + 9% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 629,211 Franc ($1,066) | $1,625 | - 34% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc ($88) | $177 | - 50% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 679,310 Franc ($1,151) | $1,626 | - 29% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 80,000 Franc ($135) | $1,156 | - 88% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc ($42) | $109 | - 61% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc ($111) | $47 | + 136% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 160,000 Franc ($271) | $298 | - 9% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc ($339) | $118 | + 188% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc ($8) | $11 | - 30% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc ($135) | $22 | + 518% | |
| Clothes | + 145% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 145% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc ($97) | $49 | + 98% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc ($127) | $45 | + 185% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc ($165) | $86 | + 92% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc ($165) | $111 | + 48% | |
| Transportation | - 30% | |||
| Transportation in Republic of the Congo is 30% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,000,000 Franc ($3,387) | $22,989 | - 85% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 580 Franc ($0.98) | $0.75 | + 31% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | $81 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 77% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 77% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc ($5.08) | $7 | - 30% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc ($90) | $20 | + 359% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc ($41) | $109 | - 62% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25,000 Franc ($42) | $7 | + 537% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc ($8) | $3.54 | + 123% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc ($7) | $5.09 | + 41% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc ($3.39) | $3.56 | - 5% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc ($4.65) | $1.83 | + 155% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12,000 Franc ($20) | $21 | - 5% | |
| Entertainment | + 142% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 142% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc ($46) | $45 | + 2% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc ($8) | $25 | - 65% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | $222 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc ($106) | $74 | + 42% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc ($50) | $12 | + 324% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc ($13) | $4.82 | + 163% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc ($3.37) | $5.79 | - 42% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 500,000 Franc ($847) | $395 | + 114% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc ($1.69) | $0.19 | + 805% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc ($85) | $52 | + 61% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 8,483 Franc ($14) | $8 | + 78% | |
| TOTAL | + 51% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 43,213 prices entered by 5,535 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 02, 2020.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 51% more expensive than in United States
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