Prices and Cost of Living in Honduras

Food and beverage prices in Honduras

Popular food products found on store shelves in Honduras include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 57.42 HNL (8.02 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 293 HNL (40.95 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 38.39 HNL (5.36 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 51.04 HNL (7.13 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 37.27 HNL (5.21 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 86.84 HNL (12.13 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 34.48 HNL (4.82 PLN). Dairy prices in Honduras, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 39.44 HNL (5.51 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 195 HNL (27.22 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 141 HNL (19.76 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 51.45 HNL (7.19 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 44.44 HNL (6.21 PLN) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Honduras vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 64.18 HNL (8.97 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 29.41 HNL (4.11 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 209 HNL (29.22 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 929 HNL (130 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 200 HNL (27.94 PLN).

How much does transportation cost in Honduras?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 15.97 HNL (2.23 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 960 HNL (134 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 82.5 HNL (11.53 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 36.14 HNL (5.05 PLN).

Fuel prices in Honduras

Average fuel prices in Honduras are 26.84 HNL (3.75 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 21.88 HNL (3.06 PLN) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 11.97 HNL (1.67 PLN).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Honduras varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 9095 HNL (1271 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 11239 HNL (1570 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 18625 HNL (2602 PLN) per square meter.