Prices and Cost of Living in Guatemala

Food and beverage prices in Guatemala

Popular food products found on store shelves in Guatemala include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 11.53 GTQ (1.48 USD) for a kilo of onions to 70.88 GTQ (9.1 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 11.3 GTQ (1.45 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 14.54 GTQ (1.87 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 9.35 GTQ (1.2 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 24.22 GTQ (3.11 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 7.97 GTQ (1.02 USD). Dairy prices in Guatemala, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 12.94 GTQ (1.66 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 41.72 GTQ (5.36 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 49.21 GTQ (6.32 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 15.12 GTQ (1.94 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 11.25 GTQ (1.44 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Guatemala vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 18.62 GTQ (2.39 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 7.55 GTQ (0.97 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 45 GTQ (5.78 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 250 GTQ (32.1 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 35 GTQ (4.49 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Guatemala?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 4.5 GTQ (0.58 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 68.5 GTQ (8.8 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 30 GTQ (3.85 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 5 GTQ (0.64 USD).

Fuel prices in Guatemala

Average fuel prices in Guatemala are 8.54 GTQ (1.1 USD) per liter of gasoline and 8.28 GTQ (1.06 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Guatemala?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Guatemala varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 2847 GTQ (366 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 3931 GTQ (505 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 11386 GTQ (1462 USD) per square meter.