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Artigas, Uruguay
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,510
Retiree Score
46.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
1 facilities

With a population of just 40,658, Artigas is a sleepy outpost, far removed from the hustle and bustle of Uruguay's capital Montevideo. The city's economy revolves around trading grain crops with Argentina and Brazil, and the mining of local precious stones like amethyst. However, the bureaucratic headaches involved in doing business here are a persistent challenge. Artigas' humid subtropical climate also brings its fair share of frosts and fog, a far cry from the country's idyllic beach towns. Overall, this isolated border city is best suited for those seeking a quiet, provincial lifestyle, far from the crowds and complexities of urban Uruguay.

Can I afford Artigas?

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Artigas

You could save

1,490/mo

Savings Rate50%

Monthly Costs

Rent (Uruguay Average Adjusted)$625
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$885

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
50/100
Retiree Score
(i)
46/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
41/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Uruguay Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
1
Healthcare
20
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$1
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) *$5
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$11

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$12
Meal (Mid-range) *$17
Cappuccino *$2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $174
Mobile Plan (mo) *$14
Gym (mo) *$30
Cinema Ticket $9

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) *$250
1BR Outside (mo) *$197
3BR Center (mo) *$431
3BR Outside (mo) *$335

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
None
Top Neighborhoods
Centro
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

A border city with Brazil. It is isolated and primarily a local commercial center.

Pros

  • ✓ Low cost of living

Cons

  • ✗ Safety risks at border
  • ✗ Very isolated
  • ✗ Language barrier

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1626 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Artigas

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Artigas has a population of approximately 40,658 people.

The nearest airport to Artigas is ENO, approximately 365km away.

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