Food prices in Europe: Which countries are the most expensive?
15 December 2025
According to Eurostat, in 2024, North Macedonia was the cheapest country for food among 36 European nations. A standard food basket there cost €73 there, making it 27% cheaper than the EU average.
Switzerland is the most expensive, with food prices 61.1% above the EU average. The same basket costs €161.1.
Switzerland is the most expensive, with food prices 61.1% above the EU average. The same basket costs €161.1.