Is Montevideo more expensive than Riga?

Montevideo is 0.7% more expensive than Riga overall. Rent is 15.6% higher, groceries 15.3% more expensive, and restaurants 2.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Riga or Montevideo?

Riga has a purchasing power index of 81.6 while Montevideo has 63.2 (NYC = 100). Riga offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇱🇻 Riga vs 🇺🇾 Montevideo

2026

Montevideo is 0.7% more expensive

Category	🇱🇻 Riga	🇺🇾 Montevideo	Difference
Cost of Living	57.1	57.5	+0.7%
Rent	14.1	16.3	+15.6%
Groceries	52.8	60.9	+15.3%
Restaurants	59.0	60.6	+2.7%
Purchasing Power	81.6	63.2	-22.5%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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