Cost of Living in Montevideo - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $982 (excluding rent), and $1,644 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,311 (excluding rent), and $3,292 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$16.33 UYU 632

$12.38 UYU 479

$24.75 UYU 958

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$54.5 UYU 2,108

$39.59 UYU 1,533

$96.8 UYU 3,748

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$12.38 UYU 479

$10.89 UYU 422

$14.85 UYU 575

Cappuccino

$4.13 UYU 160

$2.42 UYU 93.7

$6.04 UYU 234

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

$2.24 UYU 86.6

$1.37 UYU 52.9

$3.72 UYU 144

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.78 UYU 68.9

$1.13 UYU 43.83

$3.10 UYU 120

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.41 UYU 171

$2.46 UYU 95.1

$6.12 UYU 237

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.64 UYU 141

$2.43 UYU 94.2

$5.34 UYU 207

Milk (1 liter)

$1.21 UYU 47.02

$1.01 UYU 39.05

$1.61 UYU 62.2

White Bread (500g)

$2.80 UYU 108

$1.81 UYU 70.0

$5.80 UYU 225

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.63 UYU 63.2

$1.11 UYU 42.92

$1.98 UYU 76.5

Eggs

$4.97 UYU 192

$2.01 UYU 77.9

$6.08 UYU 235

Local Cheese (1kg)

$13.49 UYU 522

$6.08 UYU 235

$21.90 UYU 848

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.61 UYU 411

$4.55 UYU 176

$14.44 UYU 559

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.95 UYU 424

$7.30 UYU 282

$17.02 UYU 659

Apples (1kg)

$3.15 UYU 122

$1.25 UYU 48.57

$4.50 UYU 174

Banana (1kg)

$2.45 UYU 94.8

$1.49 UYU 57.8

$3.73 UYU 144

Oranges (1kg)

$1.51 UYU 58.5

$0.77 UYU 29.80

$2.89 UYU 112

Tomato (1kg)

$3.70 UYU 143

$1.96 UYU 75.7

$6.17 UYU 239

Potato (1kg)

$2.18 UYU 84.3

$1.25 UYU 48.51

$2.74 UYU 106

Onion (1kg)

$1.90 UYU 73.4

$0.97 UYU 37.65

$2.65 UYU 103

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.31 UYU 50.7

$0.84 UYU 32.54

$1.77 UYU 68.5

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.73 UYU 67.1

$1.50 UYU 58.0

$2.24 UYU 86.8

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$5.27 UYU 204

$5.01 UYU 194

$6.26 UYU 242

Wine (Bottle)

$10.36 UYU 401

$5.18 UYU 200

$15.14 UYU 586

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.27 UYU 87.9

$1.44 UYU 55.7

$3.59 UYU 139

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.91 UYU 113

$1.91 UYU 74.1

$4.44 UYU 172

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.28 UYU 49.57

$1.07 UYU 41.31

$1.43 UYU 55.2

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$55.1 UYU 2,132

$30.03 UYU 1,163

$70.2 UYU 2,717

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.56 UYU 60.6

$1.45 UYU 56.0

$1.81 UYU 70.2

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.58 UYU 138

$1.20 UYU 46.28

$4.77 UYU 185

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$12.22 UYU 473

$10.93 UYU 423

$15.78 UYU 611

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.81 UYU 70.1

$1.78 UYU 69.0

$1.91 UYU 73.9

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

$34.3K UYU 1.3M

$32.6K UYU 1.3M

$39.1K 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

$38.4K UYU 1.5M

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

$171 UYU 6,639

$85.5 UYU 3,308

$366 UYU 14.2K

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

$16.72 UYU 647

$9.82 UYU 380

$49.10 UYU 1,901

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$49.83 UYU 1,929

$37.06 UYU 1,435

$66.7 UYU 2,583

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$60.9 UYU 2,359

$29.03 UYU 1,124

$109 UYU 4,213

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$17.30 UYU 670

$12.14 UYU 470

$24.28 UYU 940

Cinema Ticket

$10.47 UYU 405

$8.06 UYU 312

$12.17 UYU 471

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

$490 UYU 19.0K

$370 UYU 14.3K

$814 UYU 31.5K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$9,069 UYU 351.1K

$7,472 UYU 289.2K

$12.3K UYU 474.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$94.0 UYU 3,639

$36.32 UYU 1,406

$145 UYU 5,605

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$48.01 UYU 1,859

$12.34 UYU 478

$74.1 UYU 2,867

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$114 UYU 4,402

$97.4 UYU 3,769

$146 UYU 5,667

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$121 UYU 4,700

$84.5 UYU 3,271

$169 UYU 6,542

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$628 UYU 24.3K

$494 UYU 19.1K

$987 UYU 38.2K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$496 UYU 19.2K

$395 UYU 15.3K

$617 UYU 23.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,120 UYU 43.4K

$871 UYU 33.7K

$2,035 UYU 78.8K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$810 UYU 31.3K

$608 UYU 23.5K

$1,216 UYU 47.1K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,571 UYU 138.2K

$2,868 UYU 111.0K

$4,234 UYU 163.9K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,317 UYU 89.7K

$1,565 UYU 60.6K

$4,117 UYU 159.4K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,112 UYU 43.0K

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: January 13, 2026

Montevideo Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

227

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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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.