DR Congo vs DR Congo · 1,127 km apart
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| Expense | Goma | Lubumbashi | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.13 | $4.45 | Goma |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.54 | $17.78 | Goma |
| Cappuccino | $1.24 | $1.33 | Goma |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $93.70 | $101 | Goma |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.16 | $16.30 | Goma |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $39.96 | $42.98 | Goma |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.58 | $12.45 | Goma |
| Fitness club membership | $11.58 | $12.45 | Goma |
| Cinema ticket | $3.03 | $3.26 | Goma |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $161 | $176 | Goma |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $112 | $123 | Goma |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $336 | $368 | Goma |
| Total single-person budget | $387 | $419 | Goma |
| Average net salary | $159 | $171 |
Goma is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Goma runs about $387 versus $419 in Lubumbashi — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Goma leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Goma · Full cost of living in Lubumbashi