Is Cerro Expensive?

Montevideo, Uruguay

-30% vs Montevideo avg

Living in Cerro, Montevideo

Cerro is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Montevideo, with a cost of living index of 22.8 — that is -30% compared to the Montevideo average. Ranked #18 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $U 14,706/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 Cerro, housing takes up roughly 19% 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 588,253 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Cerro

Salaries in Cerro reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 22.8:

After tax and deductions of 21.9% in Uruguay, take-home pay for someone earning $U 588,253 would be roughly $U 459,426/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

22.8
COLI Index
0.70x
vs City Avg
$U 14,706
Est. 1BR Rent
#18
of 18 Areas
21.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Cerro

Estimated annual deductions on a $U 718,509 salary in Cerro, Montevideo (local employee).

Income Tax
4%
BPS Contributions
18.1%
Total Deductions: 21.9%
Est. Take-Home: $U 561,071/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $17,100
London GBP £14,716
Dubai AED AED 85,565

Other Neighborhoods in Montevideo

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Carrasco 42.2 1.30x +30%
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%

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Compare Cerro

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Cerro:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cerro expensive in Montevideo?

Cerro is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Montevideo. It costs about -30% less than the city average, ranking #18 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Cerro compare to the Montevideo average?

The cost of living in Cerro is well below the Montevideo average. With a multiplier of 0.70x, 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.