White rice Price in Guatemala 2026
What white rice costs in Guatemala: in DIACO's price check published 22 October 2026, the average in the markets of Guatemala department was Q5.80 per lb ($0.76 USD), with each department's price and MAGA's wholesale quote.
Official wholesale price (MAGA)
White rice is a daily staple served alongside beans and tortillas in the classic Guatemalan combination known as “casamiento” when mixed with beans. Guatemala imports a significant portion of its rice, making prices sensitive to international markets. Most families buy rice in bulk (25-50 lb bags) from markets or wholesalers for the best per-pound price.
Price by department (DIACO)
Measured (DIACO)
Average price of Arroz a granel (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 | Q5.80 | $0.76 |
| Baja Verapaz | Q6.50 | $0.85 |
| El Progreso | Q7.00 | $0.92 |
| Zacapa | Q6.00 | $0.79 |
| Jalapa | Q6.00 | $0.79 |
| Jutiapa | Q6.00 | $0.79 |
| Sacatepéquez | Q5.00 | $0.65 |
| Quetzaltenango | Q5.50 | $0.72 |
| Retalhuleu | Q5.50 | $0.72 |
| Sololá | Q6.50 | $0.85 |
| Totonicapán | Q6.00 | $0.79 |
| Huehuetenango | Q5.50 | $0.72 |
| Petén | Q5.50 | $0.72 |
Source: DIACO, Canasta Basica Alimentaria price monitoring. USD at Q7.64 per dollar (Banguat).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does white rice cost in Guatemala?
DIACO, Guatemala’s consumer-protection agency, recorded white rice at an average of Q5.80 per lb ($0.76 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 white rice in Guatemala?
Compare current prices for white rice 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.