Montevideo, Uruguay

In 2026, a single person living in Montevideo needs approximately UYU 72,741/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around UYU 142,717/month. Montevideo is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Montevideo costs approximately UYU 39,174/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around UYU 72,752/month. Rent has changed +4.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Montevideo are approximately UYU 20,147 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Montevideo costs UYU 1,847 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Montevideo average UYU 7,275 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Montevideo is located in Uruguay (Americas). With a 1-bed rent of UYU 39,174/month and total single-person expenses around UYU 72,741/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Montevideo costs approximately UYU 537 in 2026. Budget around UYU 4,298/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Montevideo from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 27.2% over this period (from UYU 30,800 in 2022 to UYU 39,174 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Montevideo in 2026, a single person needs approximately UYU 72,741/month. This covers rent (UYU 39,174), groceries (UYU 20,147), transport (UYU 1,847), utilities (UYU 7,275) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around UYU 142,717/month.