Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Kenya is 1.51 times less expensive as compared to Republic of the Congo.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Kenya and Republic of the Congo. 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 Kenya and Republic of the Congo.
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 Indicators  | Kenya  | Republic of the Congo  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 45,000 KES (310.50 USD) | 450,000 XAF (720 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 80,000 KES (552 USD) | 800,000 XAF (1,280 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 120,000 KES (828 USD) | 1,200,000 XAF (1,920 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 25,000 KES (172.50 USD) | 300,000 XAF (480 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 45,000 KES (310.50 USD) | 550,000 XAF (880 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 70,000 KES (483 USD) | 800,000 XAF (1,280 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 12 % | 6 % |
Realtor Commission  | 2 % | 2.5 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.1 to 0.4 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Kenya is 2.44 times less expensive than Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 100,000 KES (690 USD) | 150,000 XAF (240 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 4,000 KES (27.60 USD) | 60,000 XAF (96 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 35,000 XAF (56 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 59.56% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Kenya costs 2.88 times more compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 70.49% less in Kenya compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 150 KES (1.03 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 120 KES (0.83 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 20 KES (0.14 USD) | 400 XAF (0.64 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 70 KES (0.48 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 150 KES (1.03 USD) | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 3,500 XAF (5.60 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
In Kenya, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 2.65 times less expensive than the cost in Republic of the Congo.
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 54.78% less for Groceries.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 200 KES (1.38 USD) | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 120 KES (0.83 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 150 KES (1.03 USD) | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 100 KES (0.69 USD) | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 80 KES (0.55 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 250 KES (1.72 USD) | 1,800 XAF (2.88 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 100 KES (0.69 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 150 KES (1.03 USD) | 1,800 XAF (2.88 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 2.30 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 800 KES (5.52 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 150 KES (1.03 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 70 KES (0.48 USD) | 600 XAF (0.96 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 1,200 KES (8.28 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 800 KES (5.52 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 300 KES (2.07 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 62.82% less in Kenya compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 150 KES (1.03 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 200 KES (1.38 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 4,500 XAF (7.20 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1.12 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 4,000 KES (27.60 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 50 KES (0.34 USD) | 700 XAF (1.12 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 30,000 KES (207 USD) | 350,000 XAF (560 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 100 KES (0.69 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 50 KES (0.34 USD) | 400 XAF (0.64 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 6,000 KES (41.40 USD) | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 200 KES (1.38 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 100 KES (0.69 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 2.24 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 1,500,000 KES (10,350 USD) | 8,000,000 XAF (12,800 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 15,000 KES (103.50 USD) | 150,000 XAF (240 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 20,000 KES (138 USD) | 150,000 XAF (240 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 13 % | 8 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 200 KES (1.38 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 800 KES (5.52 USD) | 4,800 XAF (7.68 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 800 KES 5.52 USD | 6,000 XAF 9.60 USD |
You would have to pay 1.26 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Kenya compared to that of Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 80,000 XAF (128 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 300 KES (2.07 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 15,000 KES (103.50 USD) | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 13,000 XAF (20.80 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1.33 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 10,000 KES (69 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Spa Treatment  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Haircuts  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 150 KES (1.03 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 70 KES (0.48 USD) | 400 XAF (0.64 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 2.97 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 12,000 KES (82.80 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 4,000 KES (27.60 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 30,000 KES (207 USD) | 120,000 XAF (192 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 4,000 KES (27.60 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 6,000 KES (41.40 USD) | 22,000 XAF (35.20 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 22,000 XAF (35.20 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 18,000 XAF (28.80 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 3,500 KES (24.15 USD) | 18,000 XAF (28.80 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 300 KES (2.07 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 300 KES (2.07 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 100 KES (0.69 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 100 KES (0.69 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Sportswear  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1.06 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 3,500 KES (24.15 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 15,000 KES (103.50 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 12,000 KES (82.80 USD) | 35,000 XAF (56 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 10,000 KES (69 USD) | 60,000 XAF (96 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1.09 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 10,000 KES (69 USD) | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 25,000 KES (172.50 USD) | 70,000 XAF (112 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 30,000 KES (207 USD) | 90,000 XAF (144 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 50,000 KES (345 USD) | 130,000 XAF (208 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 40,000 KES (276 USD) | 400,000 XAF (640 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 100,000 KES (690 USD) | 800,000 XAF (1,280 USD) |
After School Activities  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 6,000 KES (41.40 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Tutoring  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
School Supplies  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1.41 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 7,000 XAF (11.20 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 300 KES (2.07 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Bowling  | 800 KES (5.52 USD) | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 600 KES (4.14 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Video Games  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 1,000 KES (6.90 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 8,000 KES (55.20 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1.19 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Art Classes  | 2,000 KES (13.80 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 2,500 KES (17.25 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 500 KES (3.45 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Educational Software  | 1,500 KES (10.35 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1.03 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 70,000 KES (483 USD) | 600,000 XAF (960 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 50,000 KES (345 USD) | 350,000 XAF (560 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 500 KES per hour (3.45 USD) | 5,000 XAF per hour (8 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 10,000 KES (69 USD) | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 16 % | 0 to 18 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 5 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 55 | 35 |
Median Household Income  | 60,000 KES (414 USD) | 1,200,000 XAF (1,920 USD) |
If you lived in Kenya, you would earn 2.68 times less salary as compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 5,000 KES (34.50 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 4,000 KES (27.60 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 3,500 KES (24.15 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 3,000 KES (20.70 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Professional Services cost 1.27 times less in Kenya, as compared to Republic of the Congo.
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