Cream Price in Guatemala 2026
What cream costs in Guatemala: our retail estimate is Q18.0 (lb), $2.36 USD, alongside official MAGA wholesale prices for La Terminal and CENMA.
Official wholesale price (MAGA)
Crema (sour cream) is a daily condiment in Guatemala, served alongside beans, tortillas, tamales, and many other dishes. It ranges from thin and pourable (crema liquida) to thick (crema espesa). Most crema sold in markets is produced by small local dairies. It is also a key ingredient in traditional desserts and is essential for the breakfast combination of beans, eggs, and tortillas.
Price by department (DIACO)
Measured (DIACO)
Average price of Crema artesanal (cup (vaso)) 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 | Q13.38 | $1.75 |
| Baja Verapaz | Q16.00 | $2.09 |
| El Progreso | Q10.00 | $1.31 |
| Chiquimula | Q12.67 | $1.66 |
| Jalapa | Q10.00 | $1.31 |
| Jutiapa | Q10.00 | $1.31 |
| Chimaltenango | Q12.00 | $1.57 |
| Sacatepéquez | Q14.00 | $1.83 |
| Retalhuleu | Q12.00 | $1.57 |
| Sololá | Q9.00 | $1.18 |
| Suchitepéquez | Q12.00 | $1.57 |
| Totonicapán | Q14.00 | $1.83 |
| Petén | Q14.00 | $1.83 |
Source: DIACO, Canasta Basica Alimentaria price monitoring. USD at Q7.64 per dollar (Banguat).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does cream cost in Guatemala?
We estimate cream at around Q18.0 per lb ($2.36 USD) in a traditional market. That figure is our own estimate, not a published price. The official MAGA wholesale quote for La Terminal and CENMA, where MAGA tracks this product, is shown on the page with its market and observation date. DIACO does not price exactly this product, but its 22 October 2026 list for the department of Guatemala records: Crema artesanal, Q13.38 per cup (vaso).
Where is the cheapest place to buy cream in Guatemala?
Compare current prices for cream 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.