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Cost of Living & Prices:
Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia

Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.

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Grocery

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.73 times more for grocery shopping in Democratic Republic of the Congo than in Somalia.

Apples (1kg)

One kilogram of apples costs 2.46 EUR (2.91 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 2.62 EUR (3.1 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 6.1% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

2.46 EUR
2.62 EUR

Banana (1kg)

1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.65 EUR (1.95 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.43 EUR (1.69 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 13.3% lower in Somalia.

1.65 EUR
1.43 EUR

Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)

One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 7.6 EUR (9 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 4.69 EUR (5.56 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 38.3% lower in Somalia.

7.60 EUR
4.69 EUR

Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)

A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 12.66 EUR (15 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 2.53 EUR (3 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 80% lower in Somalia.

12.66 EUR
2.53 EUR

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 5.18 EUR (6.14 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 4.08 EUR (4.83 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 21.2% lower in Somalia.

5.18 EUR
4.08 EUR

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)

A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 4.01 EUR (4.75 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.01 EUR (1.2 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 74.8% lower in Somalia.

4.01 EUR
1.01 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.37 EUR (1.62 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.69 EUR (2 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 18.9% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

1.37 EUR
1.69 EUR

Eggs (regular) (12)

You will pay 2.82 EUR (3.34 USD) for 12 eggs in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.92 EUR (2.28 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 31.9% lower in Somalia.

2.82 EUR
1.92 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

2.53 EUR
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Lettuce (1 head)

One head of lettuce costs 1.56 EUR (1.85 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.76 EUR (0.9 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 51.3% lower in Somalia.

1.56 EUR
0.76 EUR

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.4 EUR (1.66 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.85 EUR (1.01 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 39.3% lower in Somalia.

1.40 EUR
0.85 EUR

Local Cheese (1kg)

One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 5.33 EUR (6.31 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 4.22 EUR (5 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 20.8% lower in Somalia.

5.33 EUR
4.22 EUR

Milk (regular), (1 liter)

One liter of milk costs 1.82 EUR (2.15 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.22 EUR (1.45 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 33% lower in Somalia.

1.82 EUR
1.22 EUR

Onion (1kg)

One kilogram of onions costs 2.08 EUR (2.46 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.16 EUR (1.37 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 44.2% lower in Somalia.

2.08 EUR
1.16 EUR

Oranges (1kg)

One kilogram of oranges costs 2.33 EUR (2.76 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 2.36 EUR (2.79 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 1.3% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

2.33 EUR
2.36 EUR

Potato (1kg)

One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.03 EUR (2.4 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.02 EUR (1.21 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 49.8% lower in Somalia.

2.03 EUR
1.02 EUR

Rice (white), (1kg)

One kilogram of white rice costs 1.77 EUR (2.1 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.92 EUR (1.09 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 48% lower in Somalia.

1.77 EUR
0.92 EUR

Tomato (1kg)

One kilogram of tomatoes costs 2.08 EUR (2.46 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.08 EUR (1.28 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 48.1% lower in Somalia.

2.08 EUR
1.08 EUR

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.88 EUR (1.04 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.61 EUR (0.72 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 30.7% lower in Somalia.

0.88 EUR
0.61 EUR

Restaurant

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.39 times more for meals in restaurants in Democratic Republic of the Congo than in Somalia.

Cappuccino (regular)

For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 4.6 EUR (5.45 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.12 EUR (1.33 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 75.7% lower in Somalia.

4.60 EUR
1.12 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 1.37 EUR (1.62 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.63 EUR (0.75 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 54% lower in Somalia.

1.37 EUR
0.63 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 1.69 EUR (2 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 8.86 EUR (10.5 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 80.9% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

1.69 EUR
8.86 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.17 EUR (3.75 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 12.66 EUR (15 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 75% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

3.17 EUR
12.66 EUR

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 8.44 EUR (10 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 4.22 EUR (5 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 50% lower in Somalia.

8.44 EUR
4.22 EUR

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course

A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 73.87 EUR (87.5 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 12.66 EUR (15 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 82.9% lower in Somalia.

73.87 EUR
12.66 EUR

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 8.44 EUR (10 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 2.53 EUR (3 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 70% lower in Somalia.

8.44 EUR
2.53 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 1.17 EUR (1.38 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.29 EUR (0.34 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 75.2% lower in Somalia.

1.17 EUR
0.29 EUR

Fuel

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - expenses related to fuel.

Diesel 1L

0.86 EUR
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Gasoline 1L

0.87 EUR
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Transportation

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.02 times more for transportation in Democratic Republic of the Congo than in Somalia.

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 12.66 EUR (15 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 21.11 EUR (25 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 40% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

12.66 EUR
21.11 EUR

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 0.42 EUR (0.5 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.25 EUR (0.3 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 40.5% lower in Somalia.

0.42 EUR
0.25 EUR

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 8.44 EUR (10 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 3.8 EUR (4.5 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 55% lower in Somalia.

8.44 EUR
3.80 EUR

Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)

The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.69 EUR (2 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 0.51 EUR (0.6 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 69.8% lower in Somalia.

1.69 EUR
0.51 EUR

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

The initial fare during a taxi ride is 4.22 EUR (5 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 1.27 EUR (1.5 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 69.9% lower in Somalia.

4.22 EUR
1.27 EUR

Sports & entertainment

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - costs related to entertainment and sports.

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat

The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 11.82 EUR (14 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 4.22 EUR (5 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 64.3% lower in Somalia.

11.82 EUR
4.22 EUR

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult

The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 44.56 EUR (52.78 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 24.27 EUR (28.75 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 45.5% lower in Somalia.

44.56 EUR
24.27 EUR

Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)

The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 9.5 EUR (11.25 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 7.81 EUR (9.25 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 17.8% lower in Somalia.

9.50 EUR
7.81 EUR

Flats for rent

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 7.29 times more for renting an apartment in Democratic Republic of the Congo than in Somalia.

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1079 EUR (1277.78 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 107.54 EUR (127.37 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 90% lower in Somalia.

1 079 EUR
107.54 EUR

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre

For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 311.33 EUR (368.75 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 59.59 EUR (70.58 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 80.9% lower in Somalia.

311.33 EUR
59.59 EUR

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2326 EUR (2755.56 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 308.48 EUR (365.38 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 86.7% lower in Somalia.

2 326 EUR
308.48 EUR

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre

For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 886.5 EUR (1050 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 155.49 EUR (184.17 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 82.5% lower in Somalia.

886.50 EUR
155.49 EUR

Flats for sale

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 6.08 times less for buying an apartment in Democratic Republic of the Congo than in Somalia.

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre

For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 3447 EUR (4082.83 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 7291 EUR (8636.21 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 52.7% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

3 447 EUR
7 291 EUR

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre

For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 591 EUR (700 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 17254 EUR (20436.7 USD) in Somalia. The price of this product is 96.6% lower in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

591.00 EUR
17 254 EUR

Salary

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - average salary. The average salary in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 1.59 times higher than in Somalia.

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

The average monthly salary after taxes is 437.97 EUR (518.75 USD) in Democratic Republic of the Congo and 275.54 EUR (326.36 USD) in Somalia. The average salary is 37.1% lower in Somalia.

437.97 EUR
275.54 EUR

Hotels

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Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. Somalia - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.

One star

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Two stars

57.7 EUR
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Three stars

129 EUR
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Four stars

183 EUR
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Five stars

216 EUR
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Democratic Republic of the Congo: 2 cities, 23 hotels

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