Basic food basket exceeds C$21 thousand in January
The basic food basket in Nicaragua rises to C$21,249 in January 2026, with a significant increase in food prices impacting family budgets.
TL;DR
- The basic food basket in Nicaragua increased by over C$428 from December to January.
- The price of the basic food basket in January 2026 was C$21,249, up from C$20,821 in December.
- The increase in the basic food basket was mainly due to higher food prices.
- The rising costs put direct pressure on households.