Mexico City, April 15, 2026 – The National Tortilla Council’s announcement of a potential two to four peso increase in the price of a kilogram of tortillas has sparked varied reactions among tortilla makers, consumers, and taco vendors in Mexico City. While the rumor circulates, tortilla prices in the capital remain unchanged.
Tortilla Makers Face Rising Costs
David Ríos, who manages a tortillería in Callejón del 57, believes an upward adjustment of at least two pesos per kilogram is inevitable. He cited escalating costs for gas, electricity, rent, gasoline, diesel, and machine maintenance and spare parts as primary drivers.
Consumers Brace for Another Economic Blow
For Guadalupe Reyes, an optical shop worker in the Historic Center, any increase in the price of this staple food would be “another blow” to her budget. Reyes highlighted the already soaring prices of other basic goods.
“Tomatoes are sky-high, and don’t even get me started on regular tomatoes. Paying 40 pesos for two cucumbers is just too much; everything is going up. Instead of salad, I make spaghetti soup with garlic and onion. I’m diabetic, and I’m not supposed to eat pasta,” Reyes lamented.
Reyes, who supports two daughters and two grandchildren, added that the price hikes extend beyond vegetables to bananas, meat, chicken, toothpaste, laundry soap, and bath soap. “Everything has been increasing,” she stressed.
An elderly man purchasing 10 pesos worth of tortillas on Palma Street echoed the sentiment, stating, “As a people, we don’t want more increases. But from the perspective of the tortilla makers, not the rich ones, but those who run small businesses and face the same rising gas and gasoline costs as us, we understand them. But what can we do?”
Taco Vendors Fear Price Hikes and Reduced Sales
Jesús, who sells carnitas tacos from a street cart in the Historic Center, expressed concern that a tortilla price increase would force him to raise the price of his 20-peso tacos. This, he believes, would complicate sales, as customers already find the current price expensive.
Broader Economic Context
The potential tortilla price increase comes amidst a backdrop of general inflation and rising living costs in Mexico City. Recent news from the city includes:
- Residents challenging the construction of a Cablebús Line 5 station due to geological risks and environmental concerns.
- Vendors anticipating further price increases across various products due to generalized cost inflation.
- The arrest of a young man and a minor following a shootout in the Anáhuac neighborhood, highlighting ongoing security concerns.
These events collectively paint a picture of economic pressure and social challenges facing Mexico City residents.
