In Kolwezi, Dr Congo, a family of four typically needs around $2794 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $947 monthly.
Kolwezi is 2% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
Kolwezi is 67% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Kolwezi is, on average, 82% lower than in New York City.
Kolwezi is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The cost of living in Kolwezi is primarily driven by rent and utilities, which are notably higher than average. This can impact overall affordability for residents.
Food prices in Kolwezi are 3% higher than the European benchmark. This can affect the monthly budget for families and individuals alike.
Public transport costs are 1% higher than the European benchmark. While not excessively high, it may still influence daily commuting expenses.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 10.6 $ |
| Dinner | 38.3 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 4.36 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.4 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.44 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.52 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.49 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.07 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.55 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.53 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.34 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.32 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.87 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.14 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.9 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.55 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.73 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.22 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.06 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.28 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.05 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 9.37 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.37 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 3.46 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.92 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 62.4 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.24 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 5.92 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 29.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 3.29 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.53 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.52 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.8 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 131 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 198 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 35.5 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 216 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,047 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 650 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,927 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 6,92 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 493 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 1,029 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 11.94% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 63.1 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 7.96 $ |
| Haircut | 3.47 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 62.2 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 21.4 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 98 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 4,653 $ |