Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.3M
Population
730 km2
Area
237 Mbps
Internet
41m
Elevation
America/Montevideo
Timezone
MVD (17km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Montevideo is a capital city in Uruguay with a population of 1.3M. Internet speeds average 237 Mbps download. The city has 9,769 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Uruguay
Region
South America
Population
1.3M
Timezone
America/Montevideo
Elevation
41 m
Currency
UYU
Language
Spanish
Status
Capital City
Airport
MVD
GPS
-34.90, -56.19
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
517 restaurants mapped in Montevideo
Tech
237 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
43% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
9,769 total POIs 13.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
517
Cafes
136
Bars
143
Fast Food
155
Shopping
Supermarkets
215
Convenience
800
Shopping Malls
13
Healthcare
Hospitals
41
Clinics
161
Pharmacies
353
Education
Schools
594
Universities
53
Libraries
13
Recreation
Parks
319
Playgrounds
98
Sports
220
Cinemas
11
Museums
48
Theatres
25
Transport
Bus Stops
105
Train Stations
7
Fuel Stations
143
Services
Banks
104
ATMs
153
Post Offices
18
Police
44
Fire Stations
5
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
237 Mbps
Download
56 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
11,889
Tests
4,147
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
11°
J
12°
F
14°
M
17°
A
19°
M
21°
J
22°
J
21°
A
19°
S
17°
O
14°
N
12°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 16.5 C Range: 21.5 - 11.4 C Rain: 853 mm/year Sunshine: 3,282 h/year
CITY SCORES
76.7
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
59.9
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
57.2
Overall
43% cheaper than NYC
15.2
Rent
85% cheaper than NYC
57.2
Groceries
43% cheaper than NYC
59.9
Restaurants
40% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
MVD
Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport
17 km from center
~31 min ride
FUN FACTS
Montevideo (, US also ; Spanish: [monteβiˈðeo] ) is the capital and largest city of Uruguay.
It was also under brief British rule in 1807, but eventually the city was retaken by Spanish criollos who defeated the British invasions of the River Plate.
The 2019 Mercer's report on quality of life rated Montevideo first in Latin America, a rank the city has consistently held since 2005.
As of 2010, Montevideo was the 19th largest city economy in the continent and 9th highest income earner among major cities.
In 2022, it has a projected GDP of $53.9 billion, with a per capita of $30,148.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Montevideo known for?
Montevideo is a city in Uruguay. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Montevideo?
Montevideo has an average download speed of 237 Mbps and upload speed of 56 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Montevideo?
Montevideo has an average year-round temperature of approximately 16.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Montevideo?
Montevideo is served by MVD (Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport), approximately 17 km from the city center.
What is the population of Montevideo?
The population of Montevideo is approximately 1.3M.
What infrastructure does Montevideo have?
Montevideo has 9,769 mapped points of interest, including 517 restaurants, 41 hospitals, 594 schools.
What country is Montevideo in?
Montevideo is located in Uruguay.
