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Montevideo, Uruguay 🇺🇾
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major global cities, though prices have risen recently due to inflation.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are mid-range; affordable options exist but quality and location affect cost significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer reasonable prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and efficient, with affordable bus fares and taxi services.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
63%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and cultural events are moderately priced, accessible for most budgets.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
69%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable with many options ranging from budget to premium.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
Uruguayan peso experiences moderate fluctuations; relatively stable but inflationary pressures exist.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 4G/5G coverage in urban areas; average speeds around 50-70 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
68%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in Montevideo, though not as abundant as in larger tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among locals and visitors.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
71%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
55%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche; more popular among South American nomads than global crowd.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages for tourists.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on balance, with relaxed work hours and ample leisure opportunities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Clean urban environment with efforts to maintain green spaces and reduce pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
72%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city streets and public areas, though some neighborhoods vary.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is limited outside tourist and business areas.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes in winter due to heating.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; safe environment suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
78%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with good hospitals and clinics, especially in Montevideo.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private care is more expensive but still reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Accessible and reliable healthcare services with a mix of public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
73%
Weight: 80
Mild temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters; moderate rainfall year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; rare earthquakes and minimal extreme weather events.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and coastal green areas available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
56%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; newer accommodations and coworking spaces typically have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with mild transitions; no extreme seasonal changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
57%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels in central areas; quieter in residential neighborhoods.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
81%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with music, theater, and festivals reflecting European and Latin American influences.
🌃 Nightlife
64%
Weight: 15
Vibrant but laid-back nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music; less intense than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, parks, and nearby countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
62%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Spanish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, food experiences, and historical sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Strong culinary culture with emphasis on grilled meats, seafood, and local produce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, mostly concentrated in central neighborhoods.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
69%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers with modern equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic markets, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC-3 time zone aligns well with North and South American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing tech and entrepreneur meetups; smaller community than major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
56%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community with some platforms and coworking support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
67%
Weight: 30
Decent facilities with reliable internet and comfortable workspaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
54%
Weight: 15
Small but active startup ecosystem, mostly in fintech and software.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Growing adoption of digital payments, though cash is still common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; some local businesses accept crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Carrasco International Airport offers direct flights to major South American cities and some international destinations.
🚇 Public Transit
72%
Weight: 20
Extensive bus network covering the city; reliable but can be crowded during peak hours.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Central neighborhoods are walkable with good sidewalks and pedestrian areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
74%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate widely and are affordable.
🚲 Cycling
61%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lane infrastructure but still limited; cycling is popular but not dominant.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections to other Uruguayan cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of electric scooter rentals; some bike rental shops exist.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
76%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
64%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some parks and public buildings but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; stays up to 90 days without much hassle.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexities for foreigners working remotely.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of expression and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
79%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption levels.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Possible but bureaucratic for foreigners; requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process but can be slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing infrastructure but lacks some dedicated nomad services.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
49%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
53%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups and forums specific to Montevideo digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, though petty crime exists; common sense precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
64%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; women generally feel safe but some cultural conservatism remains.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some social challenges but overall welcoming.