Punta Del Este, Uruguay

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Country

Uruguay

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About Punta Del Este, Uruguay

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$784

Family of 4 / mo

$2,037

Avg salary (after tax)

$1,224

Punta del Este is a beautiful coastal city in Uruguay , known for its stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife. Located on a thin peninsula, it offers both calm waters for swimming and waves for surfing, making it a popular spot for all types of beach lovers. The city is famous for its iconic sculpture, "La Mano," which rises from the sand and has become a symbol of the area.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Punta del Este· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $139.7
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $70.68
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $135.21
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $144.12

Financial

Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,220
Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.2

Food - Beverages

Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $4.49
Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.24
CappuccinoUSD $4.77
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.98
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.77

Food - Dining

Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $64.85
Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $18.3
Fast Food ComboUSD $13.3

Food - Grocery

Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.97
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $9.98
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.98
Milk (1 litre)USD $1.56
Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.96
Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.61
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.64
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.05
Onions (1 kg)USD $1.85
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.48
Apples (1 kg)USD $2.55
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $5.19
White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.85
Dozen EggsUSD $4.24
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $14.42
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $13.05
Beef Round (1 kg)USD $13.87

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $419.67
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $771.98
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $523.86
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,635
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,234
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $243.38

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $77.83
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $36.59
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $11.65
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $415.75
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $7,450

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.48
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.6
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $43,239
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $12.31
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $69.85
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $48,299
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.33

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $52.89
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $171.85