Cost of Living in Montevideo - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $999 (excluding rent), and $1,637 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,320 (excluding rent), and $3,381 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$15.90 UYU 613

$12.04 UYU 465

$24.09 UYU 930

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$54.2 UYU 2,091

$39.38 UYU 1,520

$96.3 UYU 3,717

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$12.11 UYU 467

$10.66 UYU 411

$14.53 UYU 561

Cappuccino

$4.28 UYU 165

$2.51 UYU 96.9

$6.26 UYU 242

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.17 UYU 83.8

$1.33 UYU 51.2

$3.61 UYU 139

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.76 UYU 68.0

$1.12 UYU 43.26

$3.07 UYU 118

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.37 UYU 169

$2.43 UYU 93.9

$6.07 UYU 234

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.64 UYU 140

$2.43 UYU 93.7

$5.33 UYU 206

Milk (1 liter)

$1.27 UYU 48.98

$1.05 UYU 40.68

$1.68 UYU 64.8

White Bread (500g)

$2.86 UYU 110

$1.85 UYU 71.4

$5.94 UYU 229

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.67 UYU 64.3

$1.13 UYU 43.68

$2.02 UYU 77.8

Eggs

$4.70 UYU 181

$1.90 UYU 73.4

$5.75 UYU 222

Local Cheese (1kg)

$13.68 UYU 528

$6.17 UYU 238

$22.21 UYU 857

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.98 UYU 424

$4.70 UYU 182

$14.94 UYU 577

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.93 UYU 422

$7.28 UYU 281

$16.99 UYU 655

Apples (1kg)

$3.05 UYU 118

$1.21 UYU 46.86

$4.36 UYU 168

Banana (1kg)

$2.46 UYU 94.8

$1.50 UYU 57.8

$3.74 UYU 144

Oranges (1kg)

$1.55 UYU 59.7

$0.79 UYU 30.46

$2.96 UYU 114

Tomato (1kg)

$3.59 UYU 139

$1.90 UYU 73.3

$5.99 UYU 231

Potato (1kg)

$2.08 UYU 80.3

$1.20 UYU 46.19

$2.62 UYU 101

Onion (1kg)

$1.86 UYU 71.9

$0.96 UYU 36.88

$2.60 UYU 100

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.37 UYU 53.0

$0.88 UYU 34.00

$1.85 UYU 71.6

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.68 UYU 65.0

$1.46 UYU 56.2

$2.18 UYU 84.1

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$5.20 UYU 201

$4.95 UYU 191

$6.18 UYU 239

Wine (Bottle)

$10.25 UYU 396

$6.41 UYU 247

$14.77 UYU 570

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.28 UYU 87.9

$1.44 UYU 55.7

$3.60 UYU 139

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.90 UYU 112

$1.91 UYU 73.6

$4.43 UYU 171

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.30 UYU 50.0

$1.08 UYU 41.69

$1.44 UYU 55.7

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$56.7 UYU 2,187

$30.91 UYU 1,193

$72.2 UYU 2,787

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.55 UYU 60.0

$1.44 UYU 55.4

$1.80 UYU 69.5

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.44 UYU 133

$1.15 UYU 44.32

$4.58 UYU 177

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$12.54 UYU 484

$11.22 UYU 433

$16.20 UYU 625

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.83 UYU 70.6

$1.80 UYU 69.5

$1.93 UYU 74.4

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$33.6K UYU 1.3M

$31.9K UYU 1.2M

$38.4K UYU 1.5M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$36.5K UYU 1.4M

$32.7K UYU 1.3M

$38.3K UYU 1.5M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$171 UYU 6,602

$85.3 UYU 3,290

$365 UYU 14.1K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$16.86 UYU 651

$9.90 UYU 382

$49.52 UYU 1,911

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$50.1 UYU 1,935

$37.29 UYU 1,439

$67.1 UYU 2,590

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$61.9 UYU 2,388

$29.47 UYU 1,137

$110 UYU 4,264

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$17.57 UYU 678

$12.33 UYU 476

$24.65 UYU 951

Cinema Ticket

$10.39 UYU 401

$8.00 UYU 309

$12.08 UYU 466

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$490 UYU 18.9K

$370 UYU 14.3K

$813 UYU 31.4K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,759 UYU 338.0K

$7,217 UYU 278.5K

$11.8K UYU 456.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$93.9 UYU 3,624

$36.28 UYU 1,400

$145 UYU 5,583

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$47.17 UYU 1,820

$12.13 UYU 468

$72.8 UYU 2,807

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$116 UYU 4,465

$99.1 UYU 3,822

$149 UYU 5,748

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$123 UYU 4,759

$85.8 UYU 3,312

$172 UYU 6,624

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$616 UYU 23.8K

$485 UYU 18.7K

$969 UYU 37.4K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$490 UYU 18.9K

$390 UYU 15.1K

$610 UYU 23.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,085 UYU 41.9K

$844 UYU 32.6K

$1,971 UYU 76.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$813 UYU 31.4K

$611 UYU 23.6K

$1,221 UYU 47.1K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,510 UYU 135.5K

$2,890 UYU 111.5K

$4,267 UYU 164.7K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,225 UYU 85.9K

$1,544 UYU 59.6K

$4,122 UYU 159.1K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,167 UYU 45.0K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.68

4.75

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: February 28, 2026

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Cost of Living in Montevideo - Frequently Asked Questions

Montevideo offers a balance of value and comfort that travelers, expats, and digital nomads often appreciate. You’ll find housing in a range of neighborhoods – from historic Centro to the beachside Pocitos – with options that suit short stays or longer assignments. The Cost of Living in Montevideo tends to be steady, with daily expenses that are affordable by Western standards but more premium than some neighboring countries. Dining at local mercados and casual eateries, cooking at home, and using reliable public transit help you keep costs predictable. Neighborhood choice also shapes pace and social life, from quiet residential areas to active co-working hubs. Tip: start with a 2- to 3-week trial in a couple of areas to see what fits.

Expect a practical rhythm for day-to-day life. Housing hunt often starts online but benefits from visits to neighborhoods like Pocitos, Cordón, and Carrasco to gauge noise, safety, and proximity to amenities. Grocery runs can be satisfying at mercados or supermarkets, with a mix of fresh produce and local staples. Public transport is reliable for most commutes, and ride-hailing or biking options add flexibility. When you get settled, you’ll notice a habit of planning meals, weekend outings, and online errands to align with local hours. Montevideo living cost becomes clearer once you compare a few neighborhoods and stick to a short list. Tip: set a monthly checklist for housing, groceries, and transit to keep costs predictable.

Quality of life in Montevideo often hinges on pace, access to the sea, safety, and a strong local culture. A practical budgeting framework helps you balance housing, food, and experiences: try a simple 50/30/20 approach for discretionary vs fixed costs, and adjust for seasonal shifts in dining and travel. Seasonal patterns include hotter summers with more outdoor activity but higher energy use, and cooler winters with quieter social life. To find the right neighborhood, visit at different times and talk to locals about amenities, schools if relevant, and access to public transport. Tip: create a go-to list of 3 neighborhoods that match your work style and social goals.