Mbuji-Mayi
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa
1.5M people
Africa/Lubumbashi
French
Mining City
Developing City
Mbuji-Mayi
Mbuji-Mayi is a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo, known for its diamond mining industry.
Safety
40
Security
Unsafe
Cost
30
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
20
Medical
Poor
30°
L: 20°
Best time to visitMay
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
30
Overall Cost
Very Affordable
20
Rent Index
Very Affordable
25
Groceries
Very Affordable
28
Restaurants
Very Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$150
City center
3 Bedroom
$400
City center
Cost vs Global Average20% lower
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
35
Overall Quality Score
Fair quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
35
Fair
Poor35
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
40
Fair
Poor40
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
30
Fair
Bad30
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
10
Fair
Bad10
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
40
Fair
Poor40
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 40/100
Entertainment
30/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$0K
Annual Salary
SPEED
5
Mbps Internet
SPACES
—
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
20
out of 100
Bad20
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
10
out of 100
Bad10
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
25
out of 100
Bad25
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
20
Fair
Bad20
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
10
Low Cost
Excellent10
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
5
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
55
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Average65
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyBelow Average
Score: 40/100
Crime Rate IndexHigh
Index: 60/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability30/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
20
Health Index
LIFESPAN
55
Years
HOSPITALS
5
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
60
Good
Average60
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
30
Fair
Bad30
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
40
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$10
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
20
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
30
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
20
Fair
Bad20
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
30
Fair
Bad30
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$10
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$0.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
—
Schools
MONTHLY
—
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
25
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
45
Fair
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
60
Average60
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
40
Poor40
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
30
Bad30
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
25
Bad25
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
10
Bad10
Language Barrier
High
70
Good70
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
40
Poor40
Digital Nomad Guide
5 Mbps
Internet Speed
—
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure15/100
Visa Process20/100
Banking & Finance25/100
Avg Salary
$200
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom25/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease40/100
Language BarrierModerate Barrier
Score: 70/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency10/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
French, Swahili, Kikongo
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Africa/Lubumbashi
Languages
French, Swahili +1
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
May
June
July
August
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
1.5M
Population
30
Cost Index
5 Mbps
Internet
$0.1K
1BR Rent
20
Transport
$0K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Airports
Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM)
Nearby location
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