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Cost of Living in Tchibota

Tchibota, Kouilou, Republic of the Congo · Population 262,931

▲ +0% vs Republic of the Congo average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FCFA275,681 ($456)
Couple, monthlyFCFA491,313 ($812)
Family of four, monthlyFCFA637,346 ($1,053)

Estimated Prices in Tchibota

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFCFA2,886 ($4.77)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFCFA11,543 ($19.08)per meal
CappuccinoFCFA866 ($1.43)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FCFA65,413 ($108)per month
Monthly public transport passFCFA10,581 ($17.49)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFCFA27,897 ($46.11)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FCFA8,080 ($13.36)per month
Fitness club membershipFCFA8,080 ($13.36)per month
Cinema ticketFCFA2,116 ($3.50)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA119,731 ($198)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFCFA83,291 ($138)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA249,873 ($413)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Tchibota is FCFA224,455 ($371) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FCFA275,681 ($456) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FCFA358,385 ($592) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FCFA83,291 ($138)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Loango

72 km away · Kouilou

Pointe-Noire

87 km away · Pointe-Noire

Hinda

89 km away · Kouilou

Dolisie

145 km away · Niari

Loudima Poste

187 km away · Bouenza

Mossendjo

203 km away · Niari

Kayes

212 km away · Bouenza

Sibiti

226 km away · Lékoumou

Other Major Cities in Republic of the Congo

Brazzaville

Brazzaville · pop. 2,813,480

FCFA343,447 ($568) / mo

Pointe-Noire

Pointe-Noire · pop. 1,420,612

FCFA298,131 ($493) / mo

Dolisie

Niari · pop. 117,920

FCFA258,940 ($428) / mo

Oyo

Cuvette · pop. 63,598

FCFA258,940 ($428) / mo

Bétou

Likouala · pop. 59,563

FCFA258,940 ($428) / mo

Living in Tchibota

Tchibota is one of the key cities in Republic of the Congo. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FCFA275,681 ($456), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FCFA83,291 ($138) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FCFA637,346 ($1,053) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FCFA491,313 ($812) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Tchibota is FCFA224,455 ($371). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FCFA358,385 ($592) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tchibota expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FCFA275,681 ($456) per month in Tchibota including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Republic of the Congo.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Tchibota?
A net salary of around FCFA358,385 ($592) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Tchibota with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Tchibota is FCFA224,455 ($371).
How much is rent in Tchibota?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FCFA119,731 ($198) per month in the city centre and FCFA83,291 ($138) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FCFA249,873 ($413).
Is Tchibota cheaper than Republic of the Congo on average?
No — Tchibota is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Republic of the Congo average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Tchibota?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FCFA65,413 ($108) in Tchibota. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FCFA2,886 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around FCFA866 ($1).
How do transport costs in Tchibota compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Tchibota is estimated at FCFA10,581 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Tchibota are estimates based on Republic of the Congo national averages adjusted for city size (population 262,931). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.