Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Central African Republic is 6.39 times less expensive as compared to Canada.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Central African Republic and Canada. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Central African Republic and Canada.
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 Indicators  | Central African Republic  | Canada  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 200,000 XAF (320 USD) | 2,300 CAD (1,679 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 300,000 XAF (480 USD) | 3,000 CAD (2,190 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 450,000 XAF (720 USD) | 4,200 CAD (3,066 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 120,000 XAF (192 USD) | 1,600 CAD (1,168 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 200,000 XAF (320 USD) | 2,200 CAD (1,606 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 300,000 XAF (480 USD) | 3,000 CAD (2,190 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 10 % | 5 % |
Realtor Commission  | 5 % | 5 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | 0.5 to 2.5 % |
The average housing cost in Central African Republic is 4.77 times less expensive than Canada.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 1,000,000 XAF (1,600 USD) | 5,000 CAD (3,650 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 56.37% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Central African Republic costs 2.28 times less compared to Canada.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 47.23% less in Central African Republic compared to Canada.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) | 1.50 CAD (1.09 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) | 1 CAD (0.73 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 8 CAD (5.84 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) | 12 CAD (8.76 USD) |
In Central African Republic, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.75 times more expensive than the cost in Canada.
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 27.58% more for Groceries.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.11 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) | 10 CAD (7.30 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) | 3.50 CAD (2.55 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 500 XAF (0.80 USD) | 2.50 CAD (1.82 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 38.60% less in Central African Republic compared to Canada.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) | 8 CAD (5.84 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 35 CAD (25.55 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.31 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 500 XAF (0.80 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | Yet to Update () | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 150,000 XAF (240 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 300 XAF (0.48 USD) | 2 CAD (1.46 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 500 XAF (0.80 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 200 XAF (0.32 USD) | 2 CAD (1.46 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.35 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 5,000,000 XAF (8,000 USD) | 30,000 CAD (21,900 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 15 % | 6 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 900 XAF (1.44 USD) | 1.60 CAD (1.17 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 3,500 XAF (5.60 USD) | 6 CAD (4.38 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 1,000 XAF 1.60 USD | 20 CAD 14.60 USD |
You would have to pay 2.72 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Central African Republic compared to that of Canada.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 250 CAD (182.50 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 100,000 XAF (160 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) | 250 CAD (182.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 4.44 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Haircuts  | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 75 CAD (54.75 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) | 6 CAD (4.38 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 500 XAF (0.80 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 4.69 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 100,000 XAF (160 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 3,500 XAF (5.60 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) | 10 CAD (7.30 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) | 12 CAD (8.76 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Sportswear  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.19 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) | 1,200 CAD (876 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 11.53 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 800 CAD (584 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 60,000 XAF (96 USD) | 1,500 CAD (1,095 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 80,000 XAF (128 USD) | 2,000 CAD (1,460 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 100,000 XAF (160 USD) | 10,000 CAD (7,300 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 500,000 XAF (800 USD) | 7,000 CAD (5,110 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 750,000 XAF (1,200 USD) | 15,000 CAD (10,950 USD) |
After School Activities  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 800 CAD (584 USD) |
Tutoring  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
School Supplies  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 10.95 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Bowling  | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Video Games  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 30 CAD (21.90 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.59 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 400 CAD (292 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Art Classes  | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Educational Software  | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 7.37 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 300,000 XAF (480 USD) | 5,000 CAD (3,650 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 200,000 XAF (320 USD) | 4,000 CAD (2,920 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 33.33 XAF per hour (0.05 USD) | 0.53 CAD per hour (0.39 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) | 2,000 CAD (1,460 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 19 % | 0 to 15 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 5 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 40 | 70 |
Median Household Income  | 2,000,000 XAF (3,200 USD) | 75,000 CAD (54,750 USD) |
If you lived in Central African Republic, you would earn 15.39 times less salary as compared to Canada.
Indicators | Central African Republic | Canada |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Professional Services cost 2.66 times less in Central African Republic, as compared to Canada.
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