Is Carrasco Expensive?

Montevideo, Uruguay

+30% vs Montevideo avg

Living in Carrasco, Montevideo

Carrasco is the most expensive area in Montevideo, with a cost of living index of 42.2 — that is +30% compared to the Montevideo average. Only the top 1 of 18 neighborhoods cost more. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $U 27,312/month, compared to a range of $U 14,706 in Cerro to $U 27,312 in Carrasco.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Carrasco, housing takes up roughly 35% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 20%, while transportation costs around 11%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately $U 1,092,470 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Carrasco

Salaries in Carrasco reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 42.2:

After tax and deductions of 29.3% in Uruguay, take-home pay for someone earning $U 1,092,470 would be roughly $U 772,376/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

42.2
COLI Index
1.30x
vs City Avg
$U 27,312
Est. 1BR Rent
#1
of 18 Areas
29.3%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Carrasco

Estimated annual deductions on a $U 1,329,872 salary in Carrasco, Montevideo (local employee).

Income Tax
11%
BPS Contributions
18.1%
Total Deductions: 29.3%
Est. Take-Home: $U 940,877/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Carrasco would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $31,650
London GBP £27,238
Dubai AED AED 158,370

Other Neighborhoods in Montevideo

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Punta Carretas 40.6 1.25x +25%
Pocitos 39.6 1.22x +22%
Punta Gorda 36.4 1.12x +12%
Ciudad Vieja 35.1 1.08x +8%
Parque Rodó 34.1 1.05x +5%

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Carrasco vs Punta Carretas Carrasco vs Cordón Carrasco vs Cerro Carrasco vs Pocitos

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Carrasco:

Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico City KLCC, Kuala Lumpur Las Condes, Santiago Príncipe Real, Lisbon Playa Mujeres, Cancún Polanco, Mexico City

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carrasco expensive in Montevideo?

Yes, Carrasco is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Montevideo. It costs about +30% more than the city average, ranking #1 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Carrasco compare to the Montevideo average?

The cost of living in Carrasco is significantly above the Montevideo average. With a multiplier of 1.30x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +30% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.