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Cost of Living in Guatemala City - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $716 (excluding rent), and $1,229 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,570 (excluding rent), and $2,617 including rent.
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๐Ÿฝ Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$5.18 Qย 39.73
$3.24 Qย 24.81
$9.71 Qย 74.4
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$49.33 Qย 378
$45.05 Qย 346
$96.5 Qย 740
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$6.36 Qย 48.75
$5.89 Qย 45.21
$6.55 Qย 50.2
Cappuccino
$3.25 Qย 24.90
$1.92 Qย 14.70
$5.10 Qย 39.15
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.17 Qย 8.94
$0.76 Qย 5.81
$2.91 Qย 22.34
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.93 Qย 7.12
$0.63 Qย 4.87
$1.91 Qย 14.69
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$3.21 Qย 24.62
$1.93 Qย 14.81
$3.94 Qย 30.21
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$4.50 Qย 34.51
$2.57 Qย 19.71
$6.42 Qย 49.24
๐Ÿ›’ Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$2.03 Qย 15.61
$1.54 Qย 11.84
$3.59 Qย 27.52
White Bread (500g)
$3.18 Qย 24.38
$2.40 Qย 18.42
$10.00 Qย 76.7
Rice (white) (1kg)
$2.12 Qย 16.26
$1.77 Qย 13.59
$5.35 Qย 41.00
Eggs
$2.51 Qย 19.28
$1.78 Qย 13.67
$5.09 Qย 39.01
Local Cheese (1kg)
$8.08 Qย 62.0
$5.91 Qย 45.35
$13.31 Qย 102
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$8.27 Qย 63.4
$4.52 Qย 34.64
$10.16 Qย 77.9
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$11.67 Qย 89.5
$5.16 Qย 39.56
$19.89 Qย 153
Apples (1kg)
$3.59 Qย 27.54
$1.91 Qย 14.65
$4.86 Qย 37.31
Banana (1kg)
$1.53 Qย 11.74
$0.90 Qย 6.89
$4.26 Qย 32.64
Oranges (1kg)
$3.18 Qย 24.39
$1.25 Qย 9.60
$11.79 Qย 90.5
Tomato (1kg)
$1.78 Qย 13.62
$0.77 Qย 5.93
$2.09 Qย 16.05
Potato (1kg)
$1.68 Qย 12.90
$0.63 Qย 4.85
$5.08 Qย 38.94
Onion (1kg)
$2.32 Qย 17.76
$0.68 Qย 5.18
$3.89 Qย 29.81
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.70 Qย 5.38
$0.63 Qย 4.86
$0.89 Qย 6.80
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$1.19 Qย 9.15
$0.64 Qย 4.92
$1.93 Qย 14.82
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$3.62 Qย 27.80
$3.25 Qย 24.90
$4.15 Qย 31.85
Wine (Bottle)
$8.35 Qย 64.1
$6.69 Qย 51.3
$11.39 Qย 87.3
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.65 Qย 12.67
$1.05 Qย 8.03
$2.63 Qย 20.16
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.44 Qย 18.71
$1.56 Qย 11.94
$4.53 Qย 34.75
๐ŸšŒ Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$1.29 Qย 9.88
$0.64 Qย 4.94
$1.94 Qย 14.90
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$13.57 Qย 104
$9.75 Qย 74.8
$28.61 Qย 219
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$5.14 Qย 39.43
$2.57 Qย 19.71
$7.71 Qย 59.1
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.65 Qย 4.96
$0.41 Qย 3.12
$1.15 Qย 8.80
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$15.52 Qย 119
$9.69 Qย 74.3
$23.26 Qย 178
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.06 Qย 8.12
$0.98 Qย 7.53
$1.18 Qย 9.02
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$19.9K Qย 152.7K
$15.9K Qย 122.1K
$26.5K Qย 203.6K
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$24.9K Qย 191.0K
$23.7K Qย 181.4K
$26.3K Qย 201.6K
๐Ÿงพ Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$81.0 Qย 621
$57.3 Qย 440
$158 Qย 1,211
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$26.65 Qย 204
$13.22 Qย 101
$43.99 Qย 337
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$48.19 Qย 370
$29.14 Qย 224
$104 Qย 795
๐ŸŽ‰ Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$48.09 Qย 369
$22.57 Qย 173
$96.8 Qย 742
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$24.52 Qย 188
$16.37 Qย 126
$39.15 Qย 300
Cinema Ticket
$7.32 Qย 56.1
$5.98 Qย 45.88
$9.97 Qย 76.4
๐Ÿงธ Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$248 Qย 1,900
$119 Qย 912
$330 Qย 2,533
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$5,741 Qย 44.0K
$4,646 Qย 35.6K
$7,743 Qย 59.4K
๐Ÿ‘•๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$49.07 Qย 376
$31.97 Qย 245
$76.7 Qย 588
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$53.3 Qย 409
$39.16 Qย 300
$65.3 Qย 501
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$115 Qย 884
$64.6 Qย 495
$168 Qย 1,287
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$122 Qย 935
$78.4 Qย 601
$170 Qย 1,302
๐Ÿ  Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$738 Qย 5,662
$530 Qย 4,064
$1,020 Qย 7,823
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$426 Qย 3,271
$329 Qย 2,524
$921 Qย 7,068
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,368 Qย 10.5K
$778 Qย 5,969
$2,075 Qย 15.9K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$778 Qย 5,968
$570 Qย 4,375
$1,194 Qย 9,156
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$2,054 Qย 15.8K
$2,053 Qย 15.7K
$2,058 Qย 15.8K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$1,087 Qย 8,338
$1,074 Qย 8,236
$1,154 Qย 8,850
๐Ÿ’ต Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$877 Qย 6,730
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
8.9
6.5
18

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Last update: January 11, 2026

Guatemala City Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Download
109
Mbps
Upload
15
Mbps
Latency
31
ms

Fixed Broadband

Download
130
Mbps
Upload
35
Mbps
Latency
11
ms
The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.
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Cost of Living in Guatemala City - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guatemala City a good value for travelers, expats, and digital nomads compared with other Central American capitals?
Compared to peers in the region, Guatemala City offers a favorable mix of value and access. Cost of Living in Guatemala City tends to be moderate, with diverse neighborhoods that let you tailor housing, safety, and ambiance to your budget. You can choose vibrant, walkable cores or quieter, leafy districts, and still access reliable internet, coworking spaces, and international flights. Daily expenses like groceries and dining out vary by season and area, but steady options exist from local markets to modern supermarkets. Tip: Build a simple monthly budget around housing, transit, and occasional dining to stay flexible.
What does a typical day look like for housing, food, transport, and errands in Guatemala City?
Approach daily life by choosing neighborhoods that fit your pace and budget โ€“ central zones offer lively dining and coworking, while farther-out areas tend to be quieter and more affordable. For groceries mix local markets with larger supermarkets to keep meals varied and price-conscious. Transit options include buses, ride-hailing, and walkability in dense districts, with occasional traffic patterns to plan around. If you work remotely, a reliable coworking spot or cafรฉ helps your routine. Guatemala City living cost varies by area, so itโ€™s worth scouting several neighborhoods before settling. Tip: start with a short-term rental to test commute times, safety, and community fit.
What budgeting framework or seasonal patterns help you maximize value and find your best neighborhood fit?
You can use a straightforward budgeting framework: anchor your plan on housing, utilities, and daily costs, then build a buffer for surprises. Track recurring expenses in a simple app or notebook, compare neighborhoods by value, and tailor groceries around local markets and weekly menus. Seasonality influences transport and dining, with busier periods creating fuller routes or eateries. For quality of life, mix in free or low-cost city events, parks, and coworking promos you actually use. Tip: set a monthly ceiling for dining out and use transit passes to shave transportation costs.
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