🇺🇾 Uruguay Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Americas · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
54/100
Global Rank
#42/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$1,900
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 30/100 | Expensive |
| Rent | 66/100 | Moderate |
| Property Purchase | 66/100 | Moderate |
| Utilities | 66/100 | Moderate |
| Transport | 48/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 52 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $1,900 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Uruguay
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montevideo | $1,750 | 48 | 62 |
| Punta del Este | $1,900 | 52 | 70 |
| Salto | $1,900 | 52 | 70 |
| Maldonado | $1,900 | 52 | 70 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 36% |
| VAT / GST | 22% |
| Corporate Tax | 25% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 13.7% |
Special Tax Regimes
- Tax holiday for new residents (foreign capital income only; arrival year plus 10, or 7% flat)
IRPF employment tariff to 36% with employee BPS contributions credited at 14% or 8%; the new-resident holiday covers foreign capital income only, with 2026 investment conditions for new arrivals.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 32% | $2,850 |
| $100,000 | 35% | $5,394 |
| $200,000 | 34% | $10,972 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Montevideo |
| Population | 3.4 Million |
| Currency | Uruguayan Peso (UYU) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Region | South America |
| Timezone | UYT (UTC-3) |
| English Proficiency | Low |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Uruguay Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/uy. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.