Living in Montevideo
Uruguay · temperate
Montevideo is a big city of roughly 1,400,000 people right by the sea in Uruguay. The climate is temperate. It keeps a balanced mix of locals and visitors with average safety for the region. A typical month of living costs around $1,700. Healthcare is strong, and the internet is fast enough for full-time remote work. People come here for food and eating out, art and culture, live music.
By 2027 something concrete is due to change here: Central railway rebuilt and a new port access. The public health service (5/5) is stronger than the private one: insurance here is an extra, not a necessity. Anyone born here is a citizen, whatever the nationality of the parents. Income earned abroad is generally not taxed here.
Montevideo at a glance: cost, climate, safety
Who tends to love living in Montevideo
- Working remotely with reliable internet
- Getting around on foot
- A genuinely good food scene
- Access to strong healthcare
- Raising a family
- Anyone into food and eating out
All parameters
💉 Childhood vaccines: Compulsory by law
Compulsory since 1982, with one of the oldest and best kept vaccination registries in the region.
If you skip them: No school enrolment, and no sport or after-school activity, without the Child Health Card.
Exemptions: Medical only.
Source: Georgetown AMP EID, survey of national legislation, 2024
📈 Popularity & prices: Growing
Accommodation prices have moved about +30% in the last 5 years.
Estimates, for orientation only.
🔭 Where this place is heading
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⚠️ The downsides of living in Montevideo
- •Nothing major on our radar, still, verify visas and healthcare for your case.
Health, air (WHO PM2.5), water & crime figures are rough country-level estimates, verify for your case.
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Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Montevideo, Uruguay?
A typical month in Montevideo costs around $1,700, covering rent and everyday expenses for one person. It is an estimate meant for comparing places, not for budgeting exactly.
Is Montevideo, Uruguay safe?
Arcadia rates personal safety in Montevideo at 3 out of 5, which is reasonable.
What is the internet like in Montevideo?
Internet in Montevideo is rated 5 out of 5 for remote work, which is excellent. Starlink is available in this country.
What is the weather like in Montevideo?
Montevideo has a temperate climate. It is on the coast.
Is healthcare good in Montevideo?
Healthcare in Montevideo is rated 4 out of 5 overall, which is good. Public healthcare is 5/5 and private healthcare 3/5.
How easy is it to move to Uruguay?
Arcadia rates the ease of getting residency in Uruguay at 5 out of 5, which is excellent. The place page lists the visa routes that apply and which depend on your passport.
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