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 78.33 UYU (1.67 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 457 UYU (9.75 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 65.96 UYU (1.41 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 114 UYU (2.43 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 98.92 UYU (2.11 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 124 UYU (2.65 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 70.9 UYU (1.51 EUR). Dairy prices in Uruguay, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 50.3 UYU (1.07 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 555 UYU (11.83 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 453 UYU (9.66 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 198 UYU (4.23 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 147 UYU (3.13 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 170 UYU (3.63 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 92.41 UYU (1.97 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 500 UYU (10.66 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 2350 UYU (50.12 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 679 UYU (14.49 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Uruguay?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 54 UYU (1.15 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 2550 UYU (54.39 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 64.5 UYU (1.38 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 131 UYU (2.79 EUR).

Fuel prices in Uruguay

Average fuel prices in Uruguay are 80.5 UYU (1.72 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 49.15 UYU (1.05 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 20048 UYU (428 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 25347 UYU (541 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 132445 UYU (2825 EUR) per square meter.