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Cities/Montevideo

Montevideo

Uruguay

Uruguay's relaxed, underrated capital with beautiful Art Deco architecture, a long coastal rambla, excellent steak, and a progressive, laid-back culture.

Population: 1.3M
Avg Income: $ 30K/yr
Avg. Temp: 17°C
Area: 201 km²
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39
Affordable

#131 of 250

22% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 1 467

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 739

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 88

per month

Restaurants

$ 222

per month

Transportation

$ 99

per month

Utilities

$ 179

per month

Entertainment

$ 103

per month

Healthcare

$ 12

per month

Clothing

$ 25

per month