Fresh cheese Price in Guatemala 2026
What fresh cheese costs in Guatemala: in DIACO's price check published 22 October 2026, the average in the markets of Guatemala department was Q22.75 per lb ($2.98 USD), with each department's price and MAGA's wholesale quote.
Official wholesale price (MAGA)
Queso fresco is an essential part of Guatemalan cuisine – a soft, white, crumbly cheese used to top beans, enchiladas, chuchitos (small tamales), and nearly any savory dish. It is produced by small dairy operations throughout the country. The best-known varieties come from Zacapa, Chiquimula, and the Verapaces. Market cheese is typically sold by weight, unwrapped.
Price by department (DIACO)
Measured (DIACO)
Average price of Queso fresco (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 | Q22.75 | $2.98 |
| El Progreso | Q25.00 | $3.27 |
| Chiquimula | Q23.67 | $3.10 |
| Jalapa | Q20.00 | $2.62 |
| Jutiapa | Q20.00 | $2.62 |
| Chimaltenango | Q25.00 | $3.27 |
| Sacatepéquez | Q25.00 | $3.27 |
| Quetzaltenango | Q22.00 | $2.88 |
| San Marcos | Q24.00 | $3.14 |
| Sololá | Q20.00 | $2.62 |
| Suchitepéquez | Q22.00 | $2.88 |
| Totonicapán | Q28.00 | $3.66 |
| Huehuetenango | Q25.00 | $3.27 |
| Petén | Q20.00 | $2.62 |
Source: DIACO, Canasta Basica Alimentaria price monitoring. USD at Q7.64 per dollar (Banguat).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does fresh cheese cost in Guatemala?
DIACO, Guatemala’s consumer-protection agency, recorded fresh cheese at an average of Q22.75 per lb ($2.98 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 fresh cheese in Guatemala?
Compare current prices for fresh cheese 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.