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Durazno, Uruguay
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,510
Retiree Score
56.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
6 facilities

Living in Durazno means dealing with a population of just over 40,000 and a transportation system that, despite having an airport, currently lacks any commercial air service. The city, founded in 1821 and elevated to city status in 1906, sits on the south bank of the Yi River and is a hub for Routes 5 and 41. Bureaucracy appears to be a persistent headache, as evidenced by the redesign of the landmark San Pedro de Durazno church after a fire. While the city may hold appeal for some, its remote location and lack of infrastructure make it a dubious choice for all but the most intrepid expats.

Can I afford Durazno?

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Durazno

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)
56/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
60/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Uruguay Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
6
Healthcare
100
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) $116
Cappuccino $3
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $194
Mobile Plan (mo) $19
Gym (mo) *$23
Cinema Ticket $7

* 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
Very Few
Top Neighborhoods
Centro
Best For
slow living

Expat Life Notes

Traditional agricultural and military hub. Authentic Uruguayan lifestyle.

Pros

  • ✓ Safe and stable
  • ✓ Low cost
  • ✓ Traditional culture

Cons

  • ✗ Requires Spanish
  • ✗ Quiet social life
  • ✗ Isolated

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1053 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Oct, Nov

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Durazno

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Durazno has a population of approximately 40,279 people.

The nearest airport to Durazno is MVD, approximately 169km away.

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