Town in Colonia, Uruguay
Cost of living in Colonia del Sacramento
How much a month costs in Colonia del Sacramento
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,610–2,480 ($U65,000–100,000).
Prices in Colonia del Sacramento
Typical 2026 ranges in UYU, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | UYU | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | $U900–1,800 | $22–45 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | $U3,500–8,000 | $87–199 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | $U350–600 | $8.7–14.9 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | $U900–1,800 | $22–45 |
| Cappuccino | $U150–250 | $3.7–6.2 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | $U200–350 | $5.0–8.7 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | $U40–60 | $1.0–1.5 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | $U250–450 | $6.2–11.2 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | $U500–1,000 | $12–25 |
Value for money: 54/100
A value score of 54/100 means Colonia del Sacramento gives more quality of life per dollar than 53% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 75/100. It's the 2nd most affordable of 4 places we cover in Uruguay.
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Cost of living across Uruguay
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Punta del Diablo | $1,490–2,360 | 56/100 |
| Colonia del Sacramento | $1,610–2,480 | 54/100 |
| Montevideo | $1,860–2,730 | 35/100 |
| Punta del Este | $2,230–3,470 | 25/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Colonia del Sacramento
Similar safety, lower cost, in South America.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Sucre | Bolivia | $457–706 |
| Uyuni | Bolivia | $499–831 |
| Huaraz | Peru | $697–1,100 |
| Huacachina | Peru | $726–1,160 |
| Salta | Argentina | $788–1,310 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Colonia del Sacramento?
About $869–1,240 on a lean budget, $1,610–2,480 for a comfortable month and $3,470–6,200 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Colonia del Sacramento?
A local meal is $U350–600 ($8.7–14.9); a mid-range restaurant is $U900–1,800 ($22–45) per person.
Is Uruguay expensive?
Prices in Uruguay are about 66% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Colonia Department (Intendencia)
- Buquebus
- Colonia Express
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.