Prices and Cost of Living in Uruguay

Food and beverage prices in Uruguay

Popular food products found on store shelves in Uruguay include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 62.14 UYU (1.31 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 421 UYU (8.89 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 56 UYU (1.18 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 97.55 UYU (2.06 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 92.32 UYU (1.95 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 73.18 UYU (1.55 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 61.05 UYU (1.29 EUR). Dairy prices in Uruguay, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 43.32 UYU (0.91 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 445 UYU (9.39 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 379 UYU (8 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 141 UYU (2.97 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 106 UYU (2.23 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Uruguay vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 152 UYU (3.2 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 69.83 UYU (1.47 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 400 UYU (8.45 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 2000 UYU (42.23 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 550 UYU (11.61 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Uruguay?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 48 UYU (1.01 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1800 UYU (38.01 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 60 UYU (1.27 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 85 UYU (1.79 EUR).

Fuel prices in Uruguay

Average fuel prices in Uruguay are 75.89 UYU (1.6 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 50.47 UYU (1.07 EUR) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uruguay?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Uruguay varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 19243 UYU (406 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 23137 UYU (489 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 102192 UYU (2158 EUR) per square meter.