Moving from Split to Montevideo (2026)

Montevideo has a COL index of 55 vs 55 for Split (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$500 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
55 โ†’ 55
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$700 โ†’ $700
per month
State tax
20% โ†’ 12%
income tax
COL difference
55 โ†’ 55
0% more expensive

Salary needed in Montevideo to match your Split lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in SplitEquivalent in Montevideo
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Save ~$5/moon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Split vs Montevideo

ExpenseSplitMontevideo
Monthly take-home$3,491$3,991
1BR rent$700$700
Groceries$380$380
Transport$150$150
Utilities$80$70
Internet$25$30
Left after essentials$2,156$2,661

Frequently asked questions

Is Montevideo cheaper than Split?

No. Montevideo has a cost of living index of 55 vs 55 for Split (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Split to Montevideo?

On a $75K salary, moving from Split to Montevideo saves roughly $500/month on core expenses. That's ~$6,000/year.

What salary do I need in Montevideo to match my Split lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Split, you'd need roughly $75,000/year in Montevideo. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only