Greece

Food Prices in Greece — November 2026

Updated: 1 November 2026

Current Index
116
vs World Average
+16%
Official (IMF + World Bank)

Real grocery prices

Price per unit in your currency

Prices known for 4 of 10 items — help fill the rest
  • Milk 1 L
    1 source open data · updated 1 Jan 2026
    $2.17
    +23% World (base = 100)
  • Eggs 12 pcs
    1 source open data · updated 1 Jan 2026
    $4.51
    +31% World (base = 100)
  • Chicken 1 kg
    1 source open data · updated 1 Jan 2026
    $5.77
    -2% World (base = 100)
  • Rice 1 kg
    1 source open data · updated 1 Jan 2026
    $2.54
    +12% World (base = 100)
  • Bread 500 g loaf
  • Water 1.5 L bottle
  • Cheese 1 kg
  • Tomatoes 1 kg
  • Potatoes 1 kg
  • Beer 0.5 L bottle
Monthly basket, 1 person
Directional: 4 milk + 2 eggs + 4 chicken + 4 rice
$50.94
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Real purchases logged in this country (crowdsourced, local names)

  • katsikisio paradosiako koukaki
    Μασούτης, Δημοτική Ενότητα Θεσαλονίκης 4 Nov
    1.52 €
  • Λουκάνικο χοιρινό με πράσσο
    Simeonidis, Συμεωνίδης
    Μασούτης, Ποτός 27 Oct deal
    2.9 €
  • Γιαούρτι σταγγιστό 2% από 100% ελληνικό γάλα αγελάδος
    Από τον τόπο μας, Μασούτης · 1000 g
    Μασούτης, Ποτός 27 Oct
    2.79 €
  • Αριάνι
    Evrofarma, Εβροφάρμα · 500ml
    Μασούτης, Ποτός 27 Oct
    1.25 €
  • Sea bream
    Lidl · 400g
    Lidl, Δημοτική Ενότητα Θεσαλονίκης 15 Oct
    4.84 €
  • Amita Free Detox
    Amita
    My market, Δήμος Αμαρουσίου 22 Sep
    1.69 €
  • Κεφιρ μπανανα βρωμη μελι
    Κουκάκη · 330 ml
    ΣΥΝΕΡΓΑΤΗΣ ΑΒ ΒΑΣΙΛΟΠΟΥΛΟΣ, Δήμος Πύργου 21 Sep
    1.46 €
  • φιλετο μπακαλιαρου σε τραγανα παναρισμα
    Captain Iglo · 2 filets 240gr
    Μασούτης, Περίσταση 19 Sep
    5.18 €
  • Πίτες Tortillas Ολικής
    Alfa · 320
    ΑΒ Βασιλόπουλος, Δημοτική Ενότητα Πατρέων 7 Sep
    1.42 €
  • Protein+ 12x200g, wc
    wasa · 200 g
    My Market, Δήμος Καλλιθέας 27 Aug
    3.2 €
  • Plattpfirsiche (weinbergpfirsiche)
    500g, 4-6 units
    Lidl, Ρέθυμνο 27 Jun
    1.49 €
  • Stuffed tomatoes and peppers with potatoes
    Chef Select - LIDL
    Lidl, Ρέθυμνο 25 Jun
    3.99 €
  • Zuckermais gekocht
    Artealca Corn · 400g
    Lidl, Ρέθυμνο 4 Jun
    2.89 €
  • APFEL GRANNY SMITH 1000G
    1000g
    Lidl, Ρέθυμνο 12 Jun
    1.69 €
  • Polyphenolic
    Elitas · 150 ml
    Yoplay, Δημοτική Ενότητα Ελληνικού 18 May
    15 €
  • BASMATI
    Agrino · 1kg
    ΑΒ Βασιλόπουλος, Αθήνα 15 Mar
    5.19 €
  • Κατσικίσιο γιαούρτι
    Γαλπο · 240gr
    Lidl, Χανιά 18 Jan
    0.75 €
  • Μείγμα για ομελέτα ρεβυθιού
    EcoGaia Farm
    Terra Verde (Yerba mate), Χανιά 12 Dec
    4.3 €
  • Danablu pgi
    Milbona
    Lidl, Χανιά 27 Nov
    1.89 €
  • fresh snack
    Κρουασάν γαλοπούλα
    Yes! Stores, Θεσσαλονίκη 22 Oct deal
    1.85 €

Data: Open Food Facts — Open Prices (ODbL)

What this means for vanlife

Food in Greece is 16% above the world average. Plan a larger grocery budget: the same basket costs around $348 per month (vs $300 world average).

How food prices are changing

Food overall: −0.1% over the year, as of September 2026

Sep 2023 Food price index, last 3 years Sep 2026
  • Milk −4.1%
  • Eggs +6.6%
  • Chicken +1.5%
  • Rice and cereals −8.2%
  • Bread +2.3%
  • Water −2.7%
  • Cheese +1.2%
  • Tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers −7.4%
  • Potatoes +9.2%
  • Beer −3.9%

Official statistics: Eurostat (HICP consumer price index, CC BY 4.0), September 2026. Change versus the same month a year earlier. The index shows how prices moved, not what an item costs.

Index History

90 110 130 150 World = 100 2015 2019 2023 2026 2026 2027
Index:

Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI

Compare with Greece

Greece
116
World (base = 100)
100

If you spend 100 at home:

100

Select home and destination countries to compare food costs

Similar Countries

Spain 115.5 +15.5%
Malta 115 +15%
United States 117.5 +17.5%
Portugal 117.8 +17.8%
Cyprus 118 +18%

More countries in Europe

Ukraine 70 -30%
Moldova 72 -28%
Belarus 80 -20%
Russia 82 -18%
North Macedonia 85 -15%
Romania 88 -12%

FAQ

Is food expensive in Greece?

Yes, food in Greece is above average. The VanBasket Index is 116 (world average = 100), meaning food costs 16% more than the global average.

How much should I budget for food in Greece per month?

If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in Greece you can expect to spend around $348. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 116 (world = 100).

How does Greece compare to similar countries?

Greece has a VanBasket Index of 116. Similar or nearby countries: Spain, Malta, United States.

How often is the food price data for Greece updated?

The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.

About the data: The VanBasket Index is based on World Bank ICP 2021 food price level data, adjusted monthly using IMF CPI. World average = 100. Index > 100 means food is more expensive than the global average. API for developers →
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