Tortilla Prices to Rise in Ciudad Juarez: A 7.6% Increase Expected
Ciudad Juarez, January 14, 2026 – The cost of corn tortillas, a staple food in Ciudad Juarez, is slated to increase by two pesos per kilogram in 2026. This adjustment will be phased in, starting on January 22 and fully taking effect by February 2, directly impacting the daily budgets of thousands of families who rely on this essential food.
New Tortilla Price in Ciudad Juarez for 2026
The price per kilogram of tortillas will rise from 26 to 28 pesos, according to information from the local production sector. This increase will not be immediate across all establishments, as it will be applied gradually throughout the final days of January, consolidating at the beginning of February 2026.
This increase represents an approximate 7.6 percent hike. For a family purchasing one kilogram daily, this translates to an additional 60 pesos per month spent solely on tortillas, significantly affecting household budgets.
Reasons Behind the Tortilla Price Increase in Ciudad Juarez
Industry experts explain that the increase is a response to accumulated operational costs over recent months. Key factors include a rise in the minimum wage, increased mandatory contributions, higher property taxes, and a 7 percent increase in water costs.
Additionally, the rising costs of gas, paper, and machinery spare parts, which have seen price increases between 30 and 80 percent, further contribute to the hike. The annual payment for food handling courses, costing 1,249 pesos per person, also adds to the operational burden.
Tortilla Sales in Ciudad Juarez
On average, a formal tortilleria in Ciudad Juarez sells between 600 and 700 kilograms daily, though some businesses reach up to 3,000 kilograms per day. However, the sector has observed a sales reduction of up to 20 percent, attributed to the general increase in prices of basic goods.
Currently, approximately 463 formal tortillerias operate in the city, a decrease from around 560 before the pandemic. This decline is linked to economic and security issues, which have also fostered informality in the market.
The sector emphasizes that the adjustment is not due to individual decisions but rather an inflationary environment that has driven up the costs of nearly all necessary inputs for producing one of the most consumed foods in the region.
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