Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Kuwait is 19.73 times more expensive as compared to Uruguay.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Kuwait and Uruguay. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Kuwait and Uruguay.
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 Indicators  | Kuwait  | Uruguay  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) | 2,000 UYU (50 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 700 UYU (17.50 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 1,300 UYU (32.50 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 3 % | 5 % |
Realtor Commission  | 2 % | 2 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | 0.15 to 0.5 % |
The average housing cost in Kuwait is 53.69 times more expensive than Uruguay.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 1,500 KWD (4,875 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 80 UYU (2 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 70 UYU (1.75 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 50 UYU (1.25 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 30 UYU (0.75 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 12449.13% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Kuwait costs 130.00 times more compared to Uruguay.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 40 UYU (1 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 30 UYU (0.75 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 20 UYU (0.50 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 60 UYU (1.50 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 7700.00% more in Kuwait compared to Uruguay.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 3 UYU (0.08 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 1 UYU (0.03 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 0.60 KWD (1.95 USD) | 1 UYU (0.03 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 1.50 UYU (0.04 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 2.50 UYU (0.06 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 5 UYU (0.13 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 8 UYU (0.20 USD) |
In Kuwait, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 136.50 times more expensive than the cost in Uruguay.
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 13018.18% more for Groceries.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 2 UYU (0.05 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 1 UYU (0.03 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 1.50 UYU (0.04 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 1.80 UYU (0.05 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 1 UYU (0.03 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 1.50 UYU (0.04 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 1.20 UYU (0.03 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 3 UYU (0.08 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 198.00 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 12 UYU (0.30 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 40 UYU (1 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) | 6 UYU (0.15 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 3 UYU (0.08 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 1.50 UYU (0.04 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 10 UYU (0.25 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 12 UYU (0.30 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 3.50 KWD (11.38 USD) | 8 UYU (0.20 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 8121.62% more in Kuwait compared to Uruguay.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 12 UYU (0.30 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) | 6 UYU (0.15 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 2.50 UYU (0.06 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 3 UYU (0.08 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 15 UYU (0.38 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 14 KWD (45.50 USD) | 20 UYU (0.50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 96.67 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 80 UYU (2 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) | 1.50 UYU (0.04 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 60 UYU (1.50 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 10,000 UYU (250 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 50 UYU (1.25 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) | 40 UYU (1 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) | 40 UYU (1 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 20 UYU (0.50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 2.68 times more for transportation.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 25,000 KWD (81,250 USD) | 20,000 UYU (500 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 200 UYU (5 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 500 KWD (1,625 USD) | 1,200 UYU (30 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 100 UYU (2.50 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 3.5 % | 7 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 0.90 KWD (2.93 USD) | 60 UYU (1.50 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 3.40 KWD (11.05 USD) | 228 UYU (5.70 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 5 KWD 16.25 USD | 50 UYU 1.25 USD |
You would have to pay 147.20 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Kuwait compared to that of Uruguay.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 800 UYU (20 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 600 UYU (15 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 800 UYU (20 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 400 UYU (10 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 700 UYU (17.50 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 2,000 UYU (50 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 3,000 UYU (75 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 200 UYU (5 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 150 UYU (3.75 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 75 KWD (243.75 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 8.27 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 2,000 UYU (50 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 800 UYU (20 USD) |
Haircuts  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 4 KWD (13 USD) | 100 UYU (2.50 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 50 UYU (1.25 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 10.92 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 6,000 UYU (150 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 3,500 UYU (87.50 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 1,800 UYU (45 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 180 KWD (585 USD) | 10,000 UYU (250 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 2,500 UYU (62.50 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 2,000 UYU (50 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 3,000 UYU (75 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 2,500 UYU (62.50 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 2,000 UYU (50 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 1,800 UYU (45 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 600 UYU (15 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 600 UYU (15 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 400 UYU (10 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) | 400 UYU (10 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 3,500 UYU (87.50 USD) |
Sportswear  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 2,000 UYU (50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 2.96 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 1,200 UYU (30 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 2,500 UYU (62.50 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 350 KWD (1,137.50 USD) | 1,200 UYU (30 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 300 KWD (975 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 1,200 UYU (30 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 400 UYU (10 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 16.85 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 450 KWD (1,462.50 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 2,000 UYU (50 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 800 KWD (2,600 USD) | 3,000 UYU (75 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) | 5,000 UYU (125 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 2,500 KWD (8,125 USD) | 10,000 UYU (250 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 3,500 KWD (11,375 USD) | 20,000 UYU (500 USD) |
After School Activities  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
Tutoring  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
School Supplies  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 200 UYU (5 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 28.16 times more for school and education.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) | 200 UYU (5 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 600 UYU (15 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 800 UYU (20 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 200 UYU (5 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Bowling  | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 200 UYU (5 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) | 150 UYU (3.75 USD) |
Video Games  | 45 KWD (146.25 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 1,500 UYU (37.50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 9.43 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 800 UYU (20 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Art Classes  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 500 UYU (12.50 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 400 UYU (10 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 800 UYU (20 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 600 UYU (15 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 100 UYU (2.50 USD) |
Educational Software  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 300 UYU (7.50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Uruguay, you would have to pay 14.01 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) | 50,000 UYU (1,250 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) | 40,000 UYU (1,000 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 20 KWD per hour (65 USD) | 666.67 UYU per hour (16.67 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 700 KWD (2,275 USD) | 5,000 UYU (125 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 % | 0 to 22 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 8 % | 15 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 10 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 70 | 70 |
Median Household Income  | 2,000 KWD (6,500 USD) | 45,000 UYU (1,125 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, you would earn 4.45 times more salary as compared to Uruguay.
Indicators | Kuwait | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 1,000 UYU (25 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 800 UYU (20 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 900 UYU (22.50 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 110 KWD (357.50 USD) | 700 UYU (17.50 USD) |
Professional Services cost 18.35 times more in Kuwait, as compared to Uruguay.
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