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MontevideoUruguay · South America

Uruguay · South America · Population 1,270,737 · America/Montevideo

Montevideo in Uruguay (South America) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$2173 incl. rent, a safety index of 43.2/100, an average annual temperature of 17.1°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$2173incl. rent · est. range

$1847 – $2608

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

43.2/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

17.1°C avg/yr

974mm · 3472h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

104Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

7.7µg/m³ PM2.5 · Good

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

See country-level info · verify with officials

Source: Uruguay snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Montevideo?

Montevideo has an estimated monthly cost of ~$2173 including rent (range $1847–$2608), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Montevideo safe?

Montevideo scores 43.2/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

How can Chinese passport holders enter Uruguay?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaRequired to Uruguay. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Montevideo?

Median fixed broadband download is about 104 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About Uruguay

Uruguay: GDP per capita ~$25,216 (World Bank), HDI 0.83, Global Peace Index rank #58 (IEP 2024). Open Uruguay country page →

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