Food Prices in Panama — September 2026
Updated: 1 September 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 bottleopen receipts 3 prices · updated 9 Sep$1.01
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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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Recent real receipts
Real purchases logged in this country (crowdsourced, local names)
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Agua purificada envasadaDasani · 6000 mLMetro Plus, Bella Vista 9 Sep4.05 PAB
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Liquid steviaCarmencita · 150 mlSuper 99, David 3 Sep2.49 PAB
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Panama CoffeeOro Moreno · 50 gSuper Kosher, San Francisco 24 Aug4.71 PAB
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Aje cieloLas Lajas, Coloncito 24 Aug0.5 PAB
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100% pura de manantialAgua del Volcán · 5 litrosSuper 99, San Francisco 22 Aug2.99 PAB
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Agua de ManantialBambito · 1 galónSuper Kosher, San Francisco 20 Aug2.77 PAB
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VeggyMaamaRiba Smith, Bella Vista 23 Apr1.65 PAB
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Tableta de chocolate negro orgánico 75%MaamaRiba Smith, Bella Vista 23 Apr3.2 PAB
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Organic ApricotsOrganic by Mariani, MarianiRiba Smith, Bella Vista 19 Apr7.5 PAB
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Caña de lomoJoselitoRiba Smith, Bella Vista 15 Apr13.7 PAB
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Milk pure - Chocolat au lait suisseVillarsRiba Smith, Bella Vista 8 Apr4.43 PAB
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Pepita de marañón con sal cubierta de chocolateBocao', BocaitosRiba Smith, Bella Vista 4 Apr6.05 PAB
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Chocolate de lecheMahoganyRiba Smith, Bella Vista 24 Mar4.26 PAB
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Spanish Cheese PlateGarcia BaqueroRiba Smith, Bella Vista 23 Mar6.6 PAB
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García Baquero Queso IbericoGarcía BaqueroRiba Smith, Bella Vista 21 Mar4.55 PAB
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RaspberriesDriscoll's · 170 gRiba Smith, Bella Vista 21 Mar6.15 PAB
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Mango deshidratadoFrutiObstRey, Panamá 17 Mar1.7 PAB
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Dried mediterranean apricotsSunsweetRiba Smith, Bella Vista 16 Mar6.57 PAB
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BlackberriesDriscoll'sRiba Smith, Bella Vista 11 Mar6.15 PAB
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RaisinsRey, Panamá 2 Mar0.47 PAB
What this means for vanlife
Food in Panama is below the world average by 12%. Good for long-term van travel — grocery costs are noticeably lower than in most developed countries.
↑ Year-over-year change: +0% 2026
Index History
Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI
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FAQ
Is food expensive in Panama?
No, food in Panama is cheap. The VanBasket Index is 88 (world average = 100), meaning food is 12% below the global average — great for budget travel.
How much should I budget for food in Panama per month?
If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in Panama you can expect to spend around $264. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 88 (world = 100).
How does Panama compare to similar countries?
Panama has a VanBasket Index of 88. Similar or nearby countries: Turkey, Romania, Mexico.
How often is the food price data for Panama updated?
The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.
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