Cost of Living in Uruguay

"The cost of living in Uruguay is generally considered to be quite affordable. Prices for basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are generally lower than in many other countries. Eating out at restaurants is also relatively inexpensive, and the cost of entertainment is also quite reasonable. Overall, Uruguay is a great place to live if you are looking for an affordable lifestyle," remarked one expat in Uruguay.

"Living in Uruguay can be significantly cheaper than living in the United States. The cost of living in Uruguay is generally lower than in the United States, with rent, groceries, and utilities costing significantly less. Additionally, wages in Uruguay are lower than in the United States, meaning that the same job may pay less in Uruguay than in the United States. This can make it easier to save money while living in Uruguay," remarked one expat in Uruguay.

"The cost of all utilities is higher than in the United States. Real estate taxes are much less. Buying a car is much much more expensive because of the import tax but the import tax seems to stay with the car so the retained value is high. Gasoline is the same as in Europe which is high compared to the U.S. And Punta in general is not cheap. The reason to live in Punta del Este is because it is a good way to live, that is, the food is fresh, the air and water are clean, it is beautiful, the beaches are wonderful, the people are welcoming, and you can live as you cannot in Europe or the U.S. any longer. What I mean is that the cost of help is affordable. People services are available and affordable, whether that is having your clothes tailored, going to the doctor/dentist, finding a gardener, a chef, cleaning services . . . You can afford to live well and the people providing the services are ahppy to do it. There is no class struggle in Uruguay," said one expat in Punta del Este.

"The cost of housing in Uruguay is generally considered to be quite affordable compared to other countries in the region. The average cost of renting an apartment in Uruguay is usually around $500 to $800 per month, while the average cost of buying a house is around $100,000," remarked one in Uruguay.

"The rental price for a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Uruguay can range from around $500 to $1,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can range from around $700 to $1,500 per month," said one expat.

"Rental properties in Uruguay typically include a refrigerator, stove, oven, and washing machine. Other common appliances may include a microwave, dishwasher, and air conditioning unit. Depending on the property, some may also include a clothes dryer," mentioned one expat in Uruguay.