Is Paso Molino Expensive?

Montevideo, Uruguay

-22% vs Montevideo avg

Living in Paso Molino, Montevideo

Paso Molino is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Montevideo, with a cost of living index of 25.4 — that is -22% compared to the Montevideo average. Ranked #15 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $U 16,387/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 Paso Molino, housing takes up roughly 21% 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 655,482 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Paso Molino

Salaries in Paso Molino reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 25.4:

After tax and deductions of 23.1% in Uruguay, take-home pay for someone earning $U 655,482 would be roughly $U 504,066/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

25.4
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
$U 16,387
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 18 Areas
23.1%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Paso Molino

Estimated annual deductions on a $U 800,444 salary in Paso Molino, Montevideo (local employee).

Income Tax
5%
BPS Contributions
18.1%
Total Deductions: 23.1%
Est. Take-Home: $U 615,885/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $19,050
London GBP £16,394
Dubai AED AED 95,322

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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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Paso Molino:

Nõmme, Tallinn Ülemiste, Tallinn Kman, Split Tlalpan, Mexico City Doctores, Mexico City Ejidal, Playa del Carmen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paso Molino expensive in Montevideo?

Paso Molino is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Montevideo. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Paso Molino compare to the Montevideo average?

The cost of living in Paso Molino is well below the Montevideo average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% 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.