Food Prices in Malta — November 2026
Updated: 1 November 2026
Real grocery prices
Price per unit in your currency
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Milk 1 L
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Eggs 12 pcs
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Chicken 1 kg
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Rice 1 kg
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Bread 500 g loaf
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Water 1.5 L bottle
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Cheese 1 kg
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Tomatoes 1 kg
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Potatoes 1 kg
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Beer 0.5 L bottle
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What this means for vanlife
Food in Malta is 15% above the world average. Plan a larger grocery budget: the same basket costs around $345 per month (vs $300 world average).
How food prices are changing
Food overall: +2.4% over the year, as of September 2026
- Eggs +7.5%
- Chicken +1.1%
- Rice and cereals −0.1%
- Bread +1.0%
- Water +3.5%
- Cheese +0.9%
- Tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers +33.7%
- Potatoes −4.0%
- Beer +2.0%
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
Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI
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FAQ
Is food expensive in Malta?
Yes, food in Malta is above average. The VanBasket Index is 115 (world average = 100), meaning food costs 15% more than the global average.
How much should I budget for food in Malta per month?
If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in Malta you can expect to spend around $345. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 115 (world = 100).
How does Malta compare to similar countries?
Malta has a VanBasket Index of 115. Similar or nearby countries: Spain, Netherlands, Greece.
How often is the food price data for Malta updated?
The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.
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