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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo compared to United States
Currency:
| Food | + 21% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Republic of the Congo is 21% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 8,161 Franc ($14) | $14 | - 0% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 7,336 Franc ($13) | $8 | + 64% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3,000 Franc ($5.14) | $4.43 | + 16% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 2,711 Franc ($4.64) | $0.88 | + 431% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 2,103 Franc ($3.60) | $3.20 | + 13% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 2,406 Franc ($4.12) | $3.97 | + 4% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 4,000 Franc ($7) | $6 | + 10% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 2,153 Franc ($3.69) | $3.34 | + 10% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 753 Franc ($1.29) | $1.60 | - 19% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 449 Franc ($0.77) | $3.64 | - 79% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 6,714 Franc ($12) | $15 | - 22% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 1,247 Franc ($2.14) | $1.92 | + 11% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2,500 Franc ($4.28) | $2.15 | + 99% | |
| Housing | + 36% | |||
| Housing in Republic of the Congo is 36% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 921,246 Franc ($1,578) | $2,044 | - 23% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 629,211 Franc ($1,078) | $1,542 | - 30% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 52,064 Franc ($89) | $178 | - 50% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 679,310 Franc ($1,164) | $1,514 | - 23% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 80,000 Franc ($137) | $1,090 | - 87% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 25,000 Franc ($43) | $117 | - 63% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 65,570 Franc ($112) | $48 | + 134% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 223,563 Franc ($383) | $323 | + 19% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 200,000 Franc ($343) | $121 | + 184% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 4,483 Franc ($8) | $11 | - 27% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 80,000 Franc ($137) | $22 | + 525% | |
| Clothes | + 149% | |||
| Clothes in Republic of the Congo is 149% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 57,012 Franc ($98) | $47 | + 107% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 75,000 Franc ($128) | $44 | + 190% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 97,241 Franc ($167) | $86 | + 94% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 97,241 Franc ($167) | $113 | + 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 ($3,426) | $22,243 | - 85% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 680 Franc ($1.16) | $0.78 | + 49% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | $85 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 65% | |||
| Personal Care in Republic of the Congo is 65% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 3,000 Franc ($5.14) | $7 | - 25% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 53,046 Franc ($91) | $18 | + 399% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 24,460 Franc ($42) | $110 | - 62% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 25,000 Franc ($43) | $7 | + 530% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 4,670 Franc ($8) | $3.43 | + 134% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4,241 Franc ($7) | $5.08 | + 43% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2,000 Franc ($3.43) | $3.47 | - 1% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 2,747 Franc ($4.71) | $1.84 | + 156% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 10,641 Franc ($18) | $20 | - 11% | |
| Entertainment | + 123% | |||
| Entertainment in Republic of the Congo is 123% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 27,241 Franc ($47) | $45 | + 4% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 5,000 Franc ($9) | $25 | - 65% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | $172 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 62,356 Franc ($107) | $78 | + 37% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 29,770 Franc ($51) | $12 | + 343% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7,471 Franc ($13) | $4.92 | + 160% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,992 Franc ($3.41) | $5.92 | - 42% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 500,000 Franc ($856) | $419 | + 104% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1,000 Franc ($1.71) | $0.25 | + 576% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 50,000 Franc ($86) | $50 | + 72% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 8,483 Franc ($15) | $8 | + 85% | |
| TOTAL | + 45% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 80,164 prices entered by 10,908 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 20, 2019.
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Cost of living in Republic of the Congo is 45% more expensive than in United States
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