Congo (Republic) · Brazzaville

Cost of Living in Brazzaville, Congo (Republic) for Expats (2026)

Key Takeaway

Detailed 2026 cost of living in Brazzaville, Congo (Republic): rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare. Monthly budgets for singles (€725) and

Updated 2026-03-12 · Currency: XAF · Confidence: 62/100

Planning to move to Brazzaville? Here is a complete breakdown of the cost of living for expats in Brazzaville, Congo (Republic) as of 2026. All figures are in EUR for easy cross-country comparison.

Monthly Cost Snapshot

1BR Rent (Centre)
€280/mo
1BR Rent (Outside)
€200/mo
Groceries (Single)
€170/mo
Transport Pass
€30/mo
Utilities (85m²)
€60/mo
Internet
€45/mo
Health Insurance
€50/mo
Entertainment & Dining
€90/mo

Full Cost Breakdown

Brazzaville — Full Breakdown
1BR Apartment (Centre)€280/mo
1BR Apartment (Outside)€200/mo
3BR Apartment (Centre)€520/mo
3BR Apartment (Outside)€380/mo
Groceries (Single)€170/mo
Monthly Transport Pass€30/mo
Utilities (85m² Flat)€60/mo
Internet€45/mo
Health Insurance (Single)€50/mo
Entertainment & Dining€90/mo
Total Single (Centre)€725/mo
Total Single (Outside)€645/mo
Total Family of 4 (Centre)€1,680/mo
Total Family of 4 (Outside)€1,540/mo
Student Budget€500/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Brazzaville in 2026?

A single expat living in central Brazzaville should budget approximately €725 per month, covering rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare, and entertainment. A family of four needs around €1,680/month.

How much is rent in Brazzaville for expats?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Brazzaville city centre costs around €280/month. Outside the centre, expect to pay approximately €200/month. A 3-bedroom apartment in the centre is around €520/month.

Is Brazzaville expensive compared to other cities in Congo (Republic)?

Brazzaville has a cost index of 100% relative to the capital. Brazzaville is the only city we currently track in Congo (Republic).

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Data sourced from numbeo;expatistan. Last verified 2026-03-11.