Black beans Price in Guatemala 2026
What black beans costs in Guatemala: in DIACO's price check published 22 October 2026, the average in the markets of Guatemala department was Q7.80 per lb ($1.02 USD), with each department's price and MAGA's wholesale quote.
Official wholesale price (MAGA)
Black beans are the foundation of Guatemalan cuisine. Eaten at nearly every meal – refried for breakfast alongside eggs and tortillas, whole in soups, or blended into a creamy paste called frijol colado. Guatemala consumes more black beans per capita than almost any country in the world. Market prices fluctuate seasonally, with the cheapest prices after the main harvest (November-January) and the highest during the “lean season” (July-September).
Price by department (DIACO)
Measured (DIACO)
Average price of Frijol negro seco (lb) that DIACO recorded in the markets of each department, in the list it published on October 22, 2026. DIACO does not cover Alta Verapaz, Escuintla, Izabal, Quiche or Santa Rosa in this list.
| Department | Price (GTQ) | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | Q7.80 | $1.02 |
| Baja Verapaz | Q7.00 | $0.92 |
| El Progreso | Q10.00 | $1.31 |
| Chiquimula | Q6.00 | $0.79 |
| Zacapa | Q7.50 | $0.98 |
| Jalapa | Q8.00 | $1.05 |
| Jutiapa | Q8.00 | $1.05 |
| Sacatepéquez | Q8.00 | $1.05 |
| Quetzaltenango | Q8.00 | $1.05 |
| Retalhuleu | Q8.50 | $1.11 |
| San Marcos | Q8.00 | $1.05 |
| Sololá | Q10.00 | $1.31 |
| Totonicapán | Q10.00 | $1.31 |
| Petén | Q9.00 | $1.18 |
Source: DIACO, Canasta Basica Alimentaria price monitoring. USD at Q7.64 per dollar (Banguat).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does black beans cost in Guatemala?
DIACO, Guatemala’s consumer-protection agency, recorded black beans at an average of Q7.80 per lb ($1.02 USD) in the markets it checked in the department of Guatemala, in the price list it published on 22 October 2026. Prices vary by market and department: the table on this page gives DIACO’s average for each department it covers. MAGA’s wholesale quote for La Terminal and CENMA, where MAGA tracks this product, is shown separately.
Where is the cheapest place to buy black beans in Guatemala?
Compare current prices for black beans at traditional markets and supermarkets using the same product and unit. MAGA publishes wholesale quotes for La Terminal and CENMA; those are not retail prices.