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Overview
Uruguay🇺🇾
At a Glance
How Uruguay compares across key indices
Cost of Living
73 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
59/100
Healthcare
67/100
Quality of Life
142/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Uruguay
Cost of Living
73
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
55
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
73
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
77
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Uruguay - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
59/100
Crime Index
45/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Uruguay
Uruguay has 31 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,443 in Mercedes to $1,883 in Montevideo. Mercedes leads on safety, scoring 63/100. Mercedes ranks highest for quality of life at 145/200.
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Mercedes
$1,443/mo
Safest
Mercedes
63/100
Best Quality of Life
Mercedes
145/200
Best Healthcare
Montevideo
78/100
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31 of 31 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montevideo | $1,883 | 54/100 | 139/200 | 78/100 | 29 |
| Salto | $1,495 | 61/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 16 |
| PaysandĂş | $1,471 | 62/100 | 144/200 | 64/100 | 15 |
| Las Piedras | $1,468 | 62/100 | 144/200 | 64/100 | 14 |
| Rivera | $1,462 | 62/100 | 144/200 | 63/100 | 14 |
| Maldonado | $1,451 | 62/100 | 144/200 | 63/100 | 14 |
| TacuarembĂł | $1,446 | 63/100 | 144/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Melo | $1,444 | 63/100 | 144/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Mercedes | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Artigas | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Minas | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| San José de Mayo | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Durazno | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Florida | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Barros Blancos | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| San Carlos | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Treinta y Tres | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Rocha | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Pando | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Fray Bentos | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Colonia del Sacramento | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Trinidad | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| La Paz | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Canelones | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Carmelo | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Delta del Tigre | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Dolores | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Young | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Santa LucĂa | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Progreso | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
| Paso de Carrasco | $1,443 | 63/100 | 145/200 | 63/100 | 13 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
10 verified school profiles across 0 cities in Uruguay — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Escuela Integral Hebreo Uruguaya
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Escuela y Liceo Elbio Fernandez
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St Clare’s College
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The British Schools, Montevideo
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Colegio Stella Maris
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School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Uruguay
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Uruguay
Pollution Index
21/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
10.6ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Uruguay, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Uruguay?
Uruguay has a cost of living index of 73 relative to New York City (100). It is comparable in cost to most US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,883 in Montevideo.
Is Uruguay safe for expats?
Uruguay has a safety index of 59/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Montevideo scores highest on safety at 54/100.
What is the best city in Uruguay for expats and digital nomads?
Montevideo ranks highest for quality of life in Uruguay, scoring 139/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,883/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Uruguay?
Uruguay scores 67/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Uruguay cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Uruguay's cost of living is roughly 27% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 45% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Uruguay?
Uruguay has a pollution index of 21/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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