Cost of Living in Punta del Este, Uruguay

Last updated on Jun 05, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Punta del Este, Uruguay is generally considered to be quite high. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in the city can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 USD per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Punta del Este can range from $15 to $30 USD per person.

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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Punta del Este, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Punta del Este is generally considered to be quite high. Prices for basic necessities such as food, housing, and transportation are all relatively expensive. Eating out at restaurants can also be costly, with prices for a meal for two people ranging from around $30 to $50. Utilities such as electricity and water are also expensive, with monthly bills ranging from around $50 to $100," explained one expat living in Punta del Este.

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.