Is Tres Cruces Expensive?

Montevideo, Uruguay

-12% vs Montevideo avg

Living in Tres Cruces, Montevideo

Tres Cruces is a relatively affordable area in Montevideo, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — that is -12% compared to the Montevideo average. At #11 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $U 18,488/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 Tres Cruces, housing takes up roughly 24% 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 739,518 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Tres Cruces

Salaries in Tres Cruces reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 28.6:

After tax and deductions of 24.2% in Uruguay, take-home pay for someone earning $U 739,518 would be roughly $U 560,555/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

28.6
COLI Index
0.88x
vs City Avg
$U 18,488
Est. 1BR Rent
#11
of 18 Areas
24.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Tres Cruces

Estimated annual deductions on a $U 901,288 salary in Tres Cruces, Montevideo (local employee).

Income Tax
6%
BPS Contributions
18.1%
Total Deductions: 24.2%
Est. Take-Home: $U 683,349/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $21,450
London GBP £18,460
Dubai AED AED 107,331

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 Tres Cruces:

Narvarte, Mexico City Bonfim, Porto Spinut, Split El Palo, Málaga Ciudad Jardín, Málaga San Pedro, San José (CR)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tres Cruces expensive in Montevideo?

Tres Cruces is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Montevideo. It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #11 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Tres Cruces compare to the Montevideo average?

The cost of living in Tres Cruces is below the Montevideo average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% 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.