Montevideo

What you need to know about Montevideo

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About Montevideo

Everything (and everyone haha) seems to be old. Not a kind of place to have fun and enjoy. Food is great, but pricey — you can find the same or even better for a cheaper price in Buenos Aires. Legalization of marijuana isn’t something good to celebrate in my opinion and just created a weird environment. There are better places to go.

Nomad Guide of Montevideo

Explore Montevideo like a local with our comprehensive nomad guide. Find the best places to work, live, and play, all tailored to the digital nomad lifestyle. Stay connected and make the most of your time in Montevideo with our insider tips and recommendations.

Continent :

Latin America

Country :

uruguay

Weather :

16°C + Humidity 75% = 15°C Feel

Internet Speed :

9 Mbps

Insurance :

Safetywing

Air Quality :

155AQI

Best Neighborhood :

Upcoming Neighborhood :

Power :

230V50Hz

Average Trip Length :

10 Days

Best Taxi App :

Uber

100 UYU to USD :

$2.47 USD

Tap Water Quality :

No, not drinkable

Visitor per year :

930000 Visitors

Tourist now :

17823 tourists

Population :

1381228 people

GDP per capita :

$15221 / year

Population Density :

Gender Ratio (Expats) :

H 44% / F 56%

Religious Gouvernment :

Non-religious

Appartement Listing :

Online electronics shop :


Weather in Montevideo

Stay updated on the weather in Montevideo with our reliable data source. Plan ahead for changing conditions and make the most of your time in the city. Check the forecast and stay prepared for any weather events.


Cost of Living in Montevideo

Discover the cost of living in Montevideo with our data source. Compare expenses for housing, food, transportation, and more to make informed decisions about your budget. Stay informed and make the most of your money in Montevideo.

Cost of Living for Expats :

$2,355/mo

Cost of Living for Nomads :

$3,031/mo

Cost of Living for Families :

$4,011/mo

Cost of Living for Local :

$1,146/mo

Cost of coffee :

$2.47

Rent for 1 bedroom :

$865/mo

Dinner:

$9.92

Beer :

$3.92

Coca Cola :

$2.69

Tax for 50k income :

$

Tax for 100k income :

$

Tax for 250k income :

$


Pros and Cons Living in Montevideo

Like many other cities Montevideo have a lot of advantages to offer its residents and visitors, but it also has its fair share of drawbacks. We have made this pros and cons table to help you better vizualize them.

Pros

  • ✅ Warm now
  • ✅ Warm in the spring
  • ✅ Perfect humidity now
  • ✅ Many Nomad List members have been
  • ✅ Spacious and not crowded
  • ✅ High quality of education
  • ✅ Great hospitals
  • ✅ Great freedom of speech
  • ✅ Democratic
  • ✅ Very safe for women
  • ✅ Family friendly
  • ✅ Very friendly to LGBTQ+

Cons

  • ❌ Too expensive
  • ❌ Not very safe
  • ❌ Pretty slow internet
  • ❌ Not much to do
  • ❌ Gets cold in the summer
  • ❌ Bad air quality today
  • ❌ Not many Nomad List members right now
  • ❌ Difficult to do business
  • ❌ Roads can be dangerous
  • ❌ People don't speak English well
  • ❌ Many people smoke tobacco

Quality of Life in Montevideo

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Visa Requirements in Montevideo

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Security and Crime in Montevideo

Stay informed on security and crime in Montevideo with updated information on crime rates, types of crimes and measures being taken. Ensure personal safety by staying informed and taking steps to protect yourself and loved ones. Help keep Montevideo safe.

020406080100

Normal Crime rate

020406080100

Normal Security Index


Polution and Air Quality in Montevideo

Stay informed about the air quality and pollution levels in Montevideo. Our data source provides up-to-date information on various pollutants and their effects on health and the environment. By monitoring the air quality in Montevideo, you can take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from the harmful effects of pollution.

Similar cities to Montevideo

Discover cities that are similar to Montevideo in terms of attractions and amenities. Our hand-picked list includes locations with similar cultural settings, recreational activities, and high-quality lodgings. These cities are worth visiting if you're looking for a place with a similar atmosphere or just a change of scenery. Plan your next urban journey by visiting these similar cities.

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wifi

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wifi

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Cities near Montevideo to visit

There are several cities and places close to Montevideo worth your visit. In addition to sightseeing in Montevideo, spare some time to discover the surroundings of the city.
You can discover Buenos Aires, Porto Alegre, Cordoba, Florianopolis, and Asuncion, who are a few kilometres away either by car or public transport.

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Buenos Aires

Argentina

#18

Air Quality
Unhealthy
wifi

4

Mbps

FEELS 18°

18°

$2,143/mo

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An Aerial Shot of the Porto Maravilha in Rio De Janeiro

Porto Alegre

Brazil

#124

Air Quality
Good
wifi

6

Mbps

FEELS 24°

24°

$1,626/mo

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A River Near the Mountain

Cordoba

Argentina

#133

Air Quality
Moderate
wifi

5

Mbps

FEELS 23°

23°

$1,605/mo

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Florianopolis

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Air Quality
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wifi

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Asuncion

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Mendoza

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Reviews of Montevideo - Feedback from travelers

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Everything (and everyone haha) seems to be old. Not a kind of place to have fun and enjoy. Food is great, but pricey — you can find the same or even better for a cheaper price in Buenos Aires. Legalization of marijuana isn’t something good to celebrate in my opinion and just created a weird environment. There are better places to go.

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Most of the city felt a bit run down, trash in the streets, not much to see or do, and everything seemed really expensive. The Uruguayan people were nice and helpful, but once those nice folks got behind the wheel of a car they seemed to transform: Trying to cross the street as a pedestrian was annoyingly stressful. It wasn't easy to find good restaurants or coffee and they were all really expensive for what you got. I heard that Montevideo was safer than other South American countries but all that news did was make me not want to visit other South American countries because it didn't feel safe at all compared to Eastern and Western Europe.One positive is that foreign credit cards are supposed to have IVA tax reimbursed, which is quite a bit in restaurants (+20%) although this didn't work properly on all of my US credit cards. However even with the tax break it didn't feel like a great deal most of the time.