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Florida, Uruguay
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,220
Retiree Score
52.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
4 facilities

With a population of just over 36,000, Florida is a sleepy provincial capital that's far from the glitz and glamour of Montevideo. The scorching summer heat, which regularly exceeds 110°F, is a persistent headache for residents. And the city's bureaucratic infrastructure, while charming, can be a bureaucratic nightmare to navigate. Those seeking a quiet, slow-paced lifestyle may find Florida appealing, but it's hardly the vibrant cultural hub that many expats dream of.

Can I afford Florida?

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Florida

You could save

1,780/mo

Savings Rate59%

Monthly Costs

Rent $335
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$885

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
59/100
Retiree Score
(i)
52/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
58/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Uruguay Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
4
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$11

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) $74
Cappuccino $4
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $194
Mobile Plan (mo) $19
Gym (mo) *$43
Cinema Ticket $7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $134
1BR Outside (mo) *$197
3BR Center (mo) $223
3BR Outside (mo) *$335

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Small
Top Neighborhoods
Centro
Best For
slow travelers

Expat Life Notes

A quiet administrative city in southern Uruguay. Very local atmosphere with minimal expat services.

Pros

  • ✓ Safe and stable
  • ✓ Low cost of living

Cons

  • ✗ Isolated
  • ✗ Zero English spoken locally
  • ✗ Boring social scene

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Florida

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Florida has a population of approximately 36,449 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $837 per month in Florida, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $335/month.

The nearest airport to Florida is MVD, approximately 84km away.

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