Cost of Living in Republic of the Congo - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Republic of the Congo
Address: CG

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $761 (excluding rent), and $1,863 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,799 (excluding rent), and $3,768 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$10.51 FCFA 5,942

$9.02 FCFA 5,098

$24.89 FCFA 14.1K

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$36.79 FCFA 20.8K

$23.92 FCFA 13.5K

$49.74 FCFA 28.1K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$4.96 FCFA 2,805

$3.96 FCFA 2,240

$5.97 FCFA 3,375

Cappuccino

$3.89 FCFA 2,201

$1.54 FCFA 872

$4.88 FCFA 2,758

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.61 FCFA 913

$0.99 FCFA 560

$2.24 FCFA 1,265

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.59 FCFA 896

$0.97 FCFA 550

$2.20 FCFA 1,242

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$6.08 FCFA 3,434

$3.02 FCFA 1,708

$9.13 FCFA 5,159

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.44 FCFA 1,377

$2.14 FCFA 1,211

$5.08 FCFA 2,869

Milk (1 liter)

$2.11 FCFA 1,190

White Bread (500g)

$4.49 FCFA 2,536

Rice (white) (1kg)

$3.02 FCFA 1,705

Eggs

$3.02 FCFA 1,708

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.73 FCFA 3,803

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.67 FCFA 2,639

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.59 FCFA 4,852

Apples (1kg)

$2.50 FCFA 1,411

Banana (1kg)

$1.63 FCFA 920

Oranges (1kg)

$3.69 FCFA 2,086

Tomato (1kg)

$2.59 FCFA 1,461

Potato (1kg)

$1.84 FCFA 1,039

Onion (1kg)

$1.27 FCFA 720

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.36 FCFA 770

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.52 FCFA 296

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.30 FCFA 1,862

Wine (Bottle)

$8.29 FCFA 4,685

$6.25 FCFA 3,530

$10.34 FCFA 5,841

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.57 FCFA 323

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.05 FCFA 1,161

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.25 FCFA 141

$0.26 FCFA 147

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$23.81 FCFA 13.5K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.15 FCFA 1,215

$1.67 FCFA 941

$2.62 FCFA 1,483

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.10 FCFA 620

$0.81 FCFA 459

$1.37 FCFA 775

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.53 FCFA 2,557

$2.57 FCFA 1,455

$6.49 FCFA 3,665

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.27 FCFA 715

$0.97 FCFA 550

$1.35 FCFA 765

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$30.0K FCFA 16.9M

$29.9K FCFA 16.9M

$30.0K FCFA 17.0M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$20.8K FCFA 11.7M

$14.6K FCFA 8.2M

$26.9K FCFA 15.2M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$812 FCFA 458.7K

$799 FCFA 451.7K

$824 FCFA 465.7K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$28.17 FCFA 15.9K

$9.52 FCFA 5,378

$51.5 FCFA 29.1K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$41.67 FCFA 23.6K

$40.18 FCFA 22.7K

$43.49 FCFA 24.6K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$47.54 FCFA 26.9K

$42.03 FCFA 23.8K

$53.1 FCFA 30.0K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$16.46 FCFA 9,301

$8.62 FCFA 4,872

$24.83 FCFA 14.0K

Cinema Ticket

$6.42 FCFA 3,628

$4.87 FCFA 2,753

$8.79 FCFA 4,967

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$69.0 FCFA 39.0K

$49.84 FCFA 28.2K

$88.1 FCFA 49.8K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,691 FCFA 4.9M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.1 FCFA 31.7K

$35.24 FCFA 19.9K

$80.6 FCFA 45.5K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$55.3 FCFA 31.2K

$51.4 FCFA 29.0K

$59.2 FCFA 33.5K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$139 FCFA 78.8K

$102 FCFA 57.6K

$177 FCFA 99.9K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$113 FCFA 63.7K

$54.2 FCFA 30.7K

$171 FCFA 96.7K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$895 FCFA 505.6K

$378 FCFA 213.8K

$2,000 FCFA 1.1M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$249 FCFA 140.6K

$133 FCFA 75.3K

$709 FCFA 400.7K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,980 FCFA 1.7M

$2,414 FCFA 1.4M

$4,016 FCFA 2.3M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,073 FCFA 606.4K

$299 FCFA 169.1K

$1,995 FCFA 1.1M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,414 FCFA 1.9M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,916 FCFA 1.6M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$386 FCFA 218.0K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

7.77

6.54

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 13, 2026

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Brazzaville	1932610	99	$732	$1,948	$1,563	$3,883	81.85	40.32

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Cost of Living in Republic of the Congo - Frequently Asked Questions

For many visitors, the mix of markets, housing options, and local services makes the Republic of the Congo an approachable choice, especially with longer stays in central areas or shared housing. Cost of Living in Republic of the Congo tends to reward practical budgeting – groceries, transport, and utilities feel reasonable when you prioritize value and negotiate services. You’ll find larger cities offer more affordable options than tourist hubs, while prices rise in business districts and near major markets. Tip: Start with a short-term stay in a few neighborhoods to test rent, transit, and daily rhythm.

Daily life here centers on practical choices: seek a walkable neighborhood with reliable markets, plan for occasional power outages or rain, and use a mix of local buses, shared taxis, or app-based rides when punctuality matters. In Brazzaville or Pointe-Noire, you’ll find a range of housing from small apartments to compounds; kitchens in local units often make cooking a cost-efficient habit. Fresh produce is abundant at markets, and street food can be part of your routine without breaking the bank. Republic of the Congo living cost varies by area, so compare a few neighborhoods before committing. Tip: ride-hailing or carpooling can trim daily travel time.

Quality of life here blends cultural richness with a straightforward pace that suits flexible work and outdoor routines. Build a budgeting framework around fixed expenses (housing, utilities) and variable needs (food, transport, entertainment). In Republic of the Congo, you can balance dining out with home cooking by shopping at markets and choosing modest, well-located neighborhoods near parks or riverfronts. Seasonality affects rainfall, humidity, and outdoor activities more than overall prices, so plan for indoor workdays and lighter travel during wetter periods. Tip: create a simple monthly plan that tracks rent, groceries, transport, and occasional healthcare costs to spot patterns early.