India, Iran lead global egg affordability as price gap widens
India, Iran and Bangladesh rank among the countries with the lowest egg prices globally, highlighting stark differences in food affordability across regions, according to recent data from Numbeo and Global Product Prices.
India, Iran and Bangladesh rank among the countries with the lowest egg prices globally, highlighting stark differences in food affordability across regions, according to recent data from Numbeo and Global Product Prices.
A new global comparison shows that consumers in parts of Asia and emerging markets pay significantly less for a dozen eggs than those in wealthier economies, where prices have surged in recent years due to inflation and supply disruptions.
India tops the list as the cheapest country for eggs, with a dozen large eggs costing approximately $0.91, according to Numbeo’s latest cost-of-living dataset.
Other low-cost countries include:
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- Iran: around $1.12 per dozen
- Bangladesh: about $1.16
- Pakistan: roughly $1.20
- Egypt: around $1.28
These figures align with Global Product Prices data, which also shows that many developing economies offer eggs at well under $2 per dozen, making them an accessible source of protein for large populations.
The data points to a clear trend where egg prices are lowest in countries with lower production costs, including cheaper labour, feed and land.
In countries such as Vietnam, Indonesia and Nepal, prices range between $1.48 and $1.52 per dozen, reinforcing Asia’s dominance in low-cost egg production.
Analysts note that eggs remain a staple protein source in these regions, contributing to steady domestic demand and large-scale local production.
According to Global Product Prices, nations such as Switzerland, Australia and New Zealand rank among the most expensive, with prices reaching $6 to $8 per dozen, on the contrary.
Numbeo data similarly shows significant price gaps, with some European and Western markets charging several times more than countries like India or Pakistan.
Egg prices have become a global economic indicator, reflecting broader food inflation trends. In recent years, supply shocks, including avian influenza outbreaks, have pushed prices higher in several major markets.
In the United States, for example, egg prices have surged amid supply shortages and rising costs, illustrating how vulnerable the market is to disruptions.
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