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The Independent Global Beer Price Index

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Est. 2026 · Tracking the world's most important price
Vol. 1 · Issue 1 Loading... 500ml Local Lager · Mid-Range Bar
Global Average ↑ 4.2% YoY
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Countries Tracked across 6 regions
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Regional averages: North America $5.20, Europe $4.80, Middle East $3.40, Latin America $2.10, Asia $1.90, Africa $1.60.

🇨🇿 Czech Republic drinks the most beer per capita globally — about 188 litres per person per year.

🇳🇴 Norway taxes beer so heavily that many Norwegians stock up in Sweden on weekends.

🇲🇲 Myanmar Beer at ~$0.50 is among the world's cheapest — cheaper than most bottled water in Europe.

📈 The global average pint has risen 18.4% since 2020, outpacing official food inflation in most markets.

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Methodology Prices reflect a 500ml local draught lager at a mid-range bar or restaurant. Data sourced from Numbeo, Expatistan, and contributor reports.
Exchange Rates Base prices stored in local currency. USD/GBP/EUR conversion via Open Exchange Rates (free tier). Rates refreshed on page load.
Pint Power Index Price divided by average hourly wage (USD equiv). Lower = more affordable relative to local earnings.
Updates Data reviewed quarterly. Last update: May 2026. Not financial advice — but may inform holiday planning.