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Uruguay
Mate and Beaches, Calm and Easy
Overview
South America's most progressive and stable nation, a small country between giants Brazil and Argentina, known for its beef, wine, and relaxed beach culture.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
South America
Land Area
181,034 km²
Capital
Montevideo
Languages
Spanish
Currencies
Uruguayan peso ($)
At a Glance
78
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
54
Freedom
93
Security
88
Life Expectancy
75 yrs
Median Age
35.8 yrs
Urbanization
96%
Cost Index
66
Housing Index
36
Healthcare Access
60/100
Climate
Average Temperature
16.9°C
Average AQI
41
Most Temperate Cities
1 Villa Constitución 19°C
2 Salto 18.8°C
3 Estación Porvenir 18.2°C
4 Rivera 17.7°C
5 Juan L. Lacaze 17.5°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Chui 15 AQI
2 Juan L. Lacaze 30 AQI
3 Casavalle 42 AQI
4 Estación Porvenir 42 AQI
5 Tres Ombues 42 AQI
Cities
Casavalle Estación Porvenir Tres Ombues Punta Espinillo Punta de Rieles Prado 25 de Agosto 25 de Mayo Perez Castellanos Paso de la Arena Parque Rodó Parque Batlle
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 66
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 36
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 25.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 36.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 31/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 15/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 134 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 55
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 2.00% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 202 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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