Prices and Cost of Living in Guyana

Food and beverage prices in Guyana

Popular food products found on store shelves in Guyana include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 260 GYD (1.15 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 1355 GYD (6 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 340 GYD (1.51 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 309 GYD (1.37 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 481 GYD (2.13 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 1056 GYD (4.68 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 325 GYD (1.44 EUR). Dairy prices in Guyana, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 812 GYD (3.6 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1930 GYD (8.55 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1249 GYD (5.53 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 673 GYD (2.98 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 533 GYD (2.36 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Guyana vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 820 GYD (3.63 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 282 GYD (1.25 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1500 GYD (6.64 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 10287 GYD (45.56 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1490 GYD (6.6 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Guyana?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 120 GYD (0.53 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 7000 GYD (31 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 500 GYD (2.21 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 600 GYD (2.66 EUR).

Fuel prices in Guyana

Average fuel prices in Guyana are 216 GYD (0.96 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 251 GYD (1.11 EUR) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Guyana varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 44688 GYD (198 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 73889 GYD (327 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 920477 GYD (4077 EUR) per square meter.