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Cost of Living in Montevideo
Monthly Total
$1,633
$28,578
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$589
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$35
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$589
$10,308
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$221
$3,868
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$167
$2,923
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$120
$2,100
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$200
$3,500
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$99
$1,733
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$34
$595
Monthly Total
$1,633
$28,578
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