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

Name: Republic of the Congo
Address: CG

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $768 (excluding rent), and $1,796 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,831 (excluding rent), and $3,772 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$10.70 FCFA 6,048

$9.18 FCFA 5,189

$25.34 FCFA 14.3K

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$37.22 FCFA 21.0K

$24.21 FCFA 13.7K

$50.3 FCFA 28.4K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$5.14 FCFA 2,905

$4.11 FCFA 2,321

$6.19 FCFA 3,495

Cappuccino

$4.10 FCFA 2,318

$1.62 FCFA 918

$5.14 FCFA 2,905

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

$1.65 FCFA 935

$1.01 FCFA 573

$2.29 FCFA 1,296

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.64 FCFA 927

$1.01 FCFA 569

$2.28 FCFA 1,286

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$5.85 FCFA 3,307

$2.91 FCFA 1,645

$8.79 FCFA 4,969

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.44 FCFA 1,376

$2.14 FCFA 1,210

$5.07 FCFA 2,867

Milk (1 liter)

$2.18 FCFA 1,231

White Bread (500g)

$4.66 FCFA 2,635

Rice (white) (1kg)

$3.00 FCFA 1,694

Eggs

$3.02 FCFA 1,704

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.96 FCFA 3,934

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.73 FCFA 2,672

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.45 FCFA 4,775

Apples (1kg)

$2.40 FCFA 1,357

Banana (1kg)

$1.63 FCFA 919

Oranges (1kg)

$3.74 FCFA 2,111

Tomato (1kg)

$2.60 FCFA 1,471

Potato (1kg)

$1.81 FCFA 1,022

Onion (1kg)

$1.23 FCFA 696

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.31 FCFA 739

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.51 FCFA 291

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.18 FCFA 1,797

Wine (Bottle)

$8.22 FCFA 4,646

$6.21 FCFA 3,507

$10.24 FCFA 5,785

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.58 FCFA 327

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.99 FCFA 1,123

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.25 FCFA 142

$0.26 FCFA 148

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$23.51 FCFA 13.3K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.15 FCFA 1,215

$1.67 FCFA 941

$2.62 FCFA 1,483

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.11 FCFA 625

$0.82 FCFA 463

$1.38 FCFA 782

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.67 FCFA 2,637

$2.65 FCFA 1,500

$6.69 FCFA 3,779

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.32 FCFA 748

$1.02 FCFA 575

$1.42 FCFA 800

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

$29.4K FCFA 16.6M

$29.5K FCFA 16.7M

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

$21.0K FCFA 11.9M

$14.8K FCFA 8.3M

$27.3K FCFA 15.4M

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

$808 FCFA 456.6K

$796 FCFA 449.6K

$820 FCFA 463.5K

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

$28.25 FCFA 16.0K

$9.54 FCFA 5,393

$51.7 FCFA 29.2K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$42.09 FCFA 23.8K

$40.58 FCFA 22.9K

$43.92 FCFA 24.8K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$46.89 FCFA 26.5K

$41.46 FCFA 23.4K

$52.3 FCFA 29.6K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$16.30 FCFA 9,208

$8.54 FCFA 4,824

$24.59 FCFA 13.9K

Cinema Ticket

$6.50 FCFA 3,674

$4.93 FCFA 2,788

$8.90 FCFA 5,031

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

$68.0 FCFA 38.4K

$49.16 FCFA 27.8K

$86.9 FCFA 49.1K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,718 FCFA 4.9M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.0 FCFA 31.6K

$35.20 FCFA 19.9K

$80.5 FCFA 45.5K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$55.5 FCFA 31.3K

$51.5 FCFA 29.1K

$59.4 FCFA 33.6K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$136 FCFA 76.9K

$99.6 FCFA 56.3K

$173 FCFA 97.6K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$116 FCFA 65.8K

$56.0 FCFA 31.7K

$177 FCFA 99.9K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$884 FCFA 499.8K

$374 FCFA 211.3K

$1,977 FCFA 1.1M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$250 FCFA 141.2K

$134 FCFA 75.6K

$712 FCFA 402.4K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,917 FCFA 1.6M

$2,363 FCFA 1.3M

$3,931 FCFA 2.2M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,075 FCFA 607.7K

$300 FCFA 169.5K

$1,999 FCFA 1.1M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,424 FCFA 1.9M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,958 FCFA 1.7M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$392 FCFA 221.4K

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 19, 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	$631	$1,970	$1,677	$3,836	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.