Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Sierra Leone is 2771.85 times less expensive as compared to Republic of the Congo.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone and Republic of the Congo.
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 Indicators  | Sierra Leone  | Republic of the Congo  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 6,500 SLL (0.31 USD) | 450,000 XAF (720 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 12,000 SLL (0.56 USD) | 800,000 XAF (1,280 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 16,000 SLL (0.75 USD) | 1,200,000 XAF (1,920 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 4,000 SLL (0.19 USD) | 300,000 XAF (480 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 8,000 SLL (0.38 USD) | 550,000 XAF (880 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 12,000 SLL (0.56 USD) | 800,000 XAF (1,280 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 12.5 % | 6 % |
Realtor Commission  | 5 % | 2.5 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Sierra Leone is 2409.89 times less expensive than Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 15,000 SLL (0.70 USD) | 150,000 XAF (240 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 60,000 XAF (96 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 35,000 XAF (56 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 99.84% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Sierra Leone costs 340.43 times less compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 600 SLL (0.03 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 400 SLL (0.02 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 99.95% less in Sierra Leone compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 10 SLL (0 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 5 SLL (0 USD) | 400 XAF (0.64 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 15 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 25 SLL (0 USD) | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 80 SLL (0 USD) | 3,500 XAF (5.60 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
In Sierra Leone, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 2178.72 times less expensive than the cost in Republic of the Congo.
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 99.96% less for Groceries.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 30 SLL (0 USD) | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 15 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 15 SLL (0 USD) | 1,000 XAF (1.60 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 10 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 1,800 XAF (2.88 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 10 SLL (0 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 1,800 XAF (2.88 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 2772.04 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 70 SLL (0 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 15 SLL (0 USD) | 600 XAF (0.96 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 150 SLL (0.01 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 10 SLL (0 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 99.98% less in Sierra Leone compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 40 SLL (0 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 150 SLL (0.01 USD) | 4,500 XAF (7.20 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 250 SLL (0.01 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1255.67 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 10 SLL (0 USD) | 700 XAF (1.12 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | Yet to Update () | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 2,000 SLL (0.09 USD) | 350,000 XAF (560 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 10 SLL (0 USD) | 400 XAF (0.64 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 20 SLL (0 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 10 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 4862.04 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 50,000 SLL (2.35 USD) | 8,000,000 XAF (12,800 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 150,000 XAF (240 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 150,000 XAF (240 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 15 % | 8 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 9 SLL (0 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 36 SLL (0 USD) | 4,800 XAF (7.68 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | 6,000 XAF 9.60 USD |
You would have to pay 5476.11 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Sierra Leone compared to that of Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 400 SLL (0.02 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 400 SLL (0.02 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 1,500 SLL (0.07 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 2,000 SLL (0.09 USD) | 80,000 XAF (128 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 150 SLL (0.01 USD) | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | 30,000 XAF (48 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 13,000 XAF (20.80 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1010.70 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Spa Treatment  | 400 SLL (0.02 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Haircuts  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 150 SLL (0.01 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 30 SLL (0 USD) | 400 XAF (0.64 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 438.94 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 600 SLL (0.03 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 400 SLL (0.02 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 1,500 SLL (0.07 USD) | 120,000 XAF (192 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 800 SLL (0.04 USD) | 22,000 XAF (35.20 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 700 SLL (0.03 USD) | 22,000 XAF (35.20 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 18,000 XAF (28.80 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 18,000 XAF (28.80 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 800 XAF (1.28 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Sportswear  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 12,000 XAF (19.20 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1550.04 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 2,000 SLL (0.09 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 1,800 SLL (0.08 USD) | 35,000 XAF (56 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | 60,000 XAF (96 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 2,000 SLL (0.09 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 996.67 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 1,500 SLL (0.07 USD) | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | 70,000 XAF (112 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 1,500 SLL (0.07 USD) | 90,000 XAF (144 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 3,000 SLL (0.14 USD) | 130,000 XAF (208 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 10,000 SLL (0.47 USD) | 400,000 XAF (640 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 15,000 SLL (0.70 USD) | 800,000 XAF (1,280 USD) |
After School Activities  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Tutoring  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
School Supplies  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1625.03 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 150 SLL (0.01 USD) | 5,000 XAF (8 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 7,000 XAF (11.20 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 250 SLL (0.01 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 80 SLL (0 USD) | 2,500 XAF (4 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Bowling  | 150 SLL (0.01 USD) | 3,000 XAF (4.80 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 2,000 XAF (3.20 USD) |
Video Games  | 400 SLL (0.02 USD) | 10,000 XAF (16 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 100 SLL (0 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 250 SLL (0.01 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 40,000 XAF (64 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1591.75 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 300 SLL (0.01 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
Art Classes  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 4,000 XAF (6.40 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 150 SLL (0.01 USD) | 1,500 XAF (2.40 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 200 SLL (0.01 USD) | 6,000 XAF (9.60 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 50 SLL (0 USD) | 1,200 XAF (1.92 USD) |
Educational Software  | 250 SLL (0.01 USD) | 8,000 XAF (12.80 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, instead of Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 1464.93 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 8,000 SLL (0.38 USD) | 600,000 XAF (960 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 6,500 SLL (0.31 USD) | 350,000 XAF (560 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 133.33 SLL per hour (0.01 USD) | 5,000 XAF per hour (8 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | 50,000 XAF (80 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 15 % | 0 to 18 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 10 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 50 | 35 |
Median Household Income  | 7,000 SLL (0.33 USD) | 1,200,000 XAF (1,920 USD) |
If you lived in Sierra Leone, you would earn 3316.52 times less salary as compared to Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Sierra Leone | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 1,000 SLL (0.05 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 800 SLL (0.04 USD) | 20,000 XAF (32 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 700 SLL (0.03 USD) | 25,000 XAF (40 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 500 SLL (0.02 USD) | 15,000 XAF (24 USD) |
Professional Services cost 964.54 times less in Sierra Leone, as compared to Republic of the Congo.
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