VanBasket Mongolia

Food Prices in Mongolia — August 2026

Updated: 1 August 2026

Current Index

vs World Average

-22%

Official (IMF + World Bank)

Real grocery prices

Price per unit in your currency

Prices known for 0 of 10 items — help fill the rest

Milk 1 L
Eggs 12 pcs
Chicken 1 kg
Rice 1 kg
Bread 500 g loaf
Water 1.5 L bottle
Cheese 1 kg
Tomatoes 1 kg
Potatoes 1 kg
Beer 0.5 L bottle

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What this means for vanlife

Food in Mongolia is below the world average by 22%. Good for long-term van travel — grocery costs are noticeably lower than in most developed countries.

↑ Year-over-year change: +0.3% 2026

Index History

Index:

Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI

Compare with Mongolia

Mongolia

World (base = 100)

100

If you spend 100 at home:

100

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Similar Countries

Kenya 78 -22%

Brazil 78 -22%

Armenia 78 -22%

Kazakhstan 76 -24%

Namibia 80 -20%

More countries in Asia

India 58.2 -41.8%

Nepal 61 -39%

Tajikistan 62 -38%

Myanmar 63 -37%

Bangladesh 65 -35%

Kyrgyzstan 65 -35%

FAQ

Is food expensive in Mongolia?

No, food in Mongolia is cheap. The VanBasket Index is 78 (world average = 100), meaning food is 22% below the global average — great for budget travel.

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

If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in Mongolia you can expect to spend around $234. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 78 (world = 100).

How does Mongolia compare to similar countries?

Mongolia has a VanBasket Index of 78. Similar or nearby countries: Kenya, Brazil, Armenia.

How often is the food price data for Mongolia 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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