Uruguay — Country Facts & Profile
South America, Americas
The Uruguayan peso (UYU) is the official currency of Uruguay, a country of 3,499,451 people in South America. With 181,034 km² of territory and Montevideo as its capital, it sits within the wider South America region. The official language is Spanish.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Uruguay has a GDP per capita of $23,907, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Uruguay, including Estadio Centenario with a capacity of 60,235 seats.
60,235 seats
Geographic Overview
Uruguay is located in South America at coordinates 33.00°S, 56.00°W. It shares borders with 2 countries. Total land area: 181,034 km² (69,898 mi²). Population density: 19 people per km². The highest point is Cerro Catedral at 514 m.
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Uruguay.
Nature Reserves
Uruguay has 17 zoos and 2 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Crime Index
Uruguay has a safety index of 66 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Top Cities of Uruguay
Internal Divisions
Montevideo Department
1 cities · 1,270,737 people
Largest: Montevideo
Canelones
15 cities · 261,178 people
Largest: Las Piedras
Maldonado
5 cities · 106,791 people
Largest: Maldonado
Salto Department
1 cities · 99,823 people
Largest: Salto
Colonia
7 cities · 89,199 people
Largest: Colonia del Sacramento
Paysandú Department
2 cities · 78,300 people
Largest: Paysandú
Rivera Department
2 cities · 71,866 people
Largest: Rivera
Cerro Largo
2 cities · 65,627 people
Largest: Melo
Tacuarembó Department
2 cities · 64,839 people
Largest: Tacuarembó
San José Department
3 cities · 64,668 people
Largest: San José de Mayo
Soriano
2 cities · 59,533 people
Largest: Mercedes
Artigas
2 cities · 54,109 people
Largest: Artigas
Rocha Department
4 cities · 49,707 people
Largest: Rocha
Lavalleja
2 cities · 43,143 people
Largest: Minas
Durazno Department
2 cities · 41,102 people
Largest: Durazno
Río Negro Department
2 cities · 40,035 people
Largest: Fray Bentos
Florida
2 cities · 38,364 people
Largest: Florida
Treinta y Tres Department
1 cities · 25,653 people
Largest: Treinta y Tres
Flores Department
1 cities · 21,429 people
Largest: Trinidad
Frequently Asked Questions about Uruguay
- What is the capital of Uruguay?
- The capital of Uruguay is Montevideo.
- What is the population of Uruguay?
- Uruguay has a population of approximately 3,499,451 people.
- What continent is Uruguay in?
- Uruguay is located in South America, in the South America subregion.
- Where is Uruguay located?
- Uruguay is located in South America, South America, at coordinates 33.0°S, 56.0°W.
- What currency does Uruguay use?
- Uruguay uses the Uruguayan peso ($ UYU).
- What is the capital and currency of Uruguay?
- The capital of Uruguay is Montevideo and the currency is the Uruguayan peso (UYU).
- What language is spoken in Uruguay?
- The official language of Uruguay is Spanish.
- What is the area of Uruguay?
- Uruguay covers a total area of 181,034 km² (69,898 square miles).
- How large is Uruguay in square miles?
- Uruguay has a total area of approximately 69,898 square miles (181,034 km²).
- What is the population density of Uruguay?
- Uruguay has a population density of approximately 19 people per km².
- Is Uruguay an independent country?
- Yes, Uruguay is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Uruguay border?
- Uruguay shares land borders with 2 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Uruguay?
- The GDP per capita of Uruguay is approximately $23,907.
- Is Uruguay safe to visit?
- Uruguay is considered generally safe, with a safety index of 66 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What countries border Uruguay?
- Uruguay shares land borders with: Argentina, Brazil.
- What is the country calling code for Uruguay?
- The international calling code for Uruguay is +598. To call Uruguay from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +598 and the local number.
- What time zone is Uruguay in?
- Uruguay operates on the UTC-03:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Uruguay?
- The highest point in Uruguay is Cerro Catedral at 514 m (1,686 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Uruguay?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Uruguay is approximately $21,650 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Uruguay?
- The average internet speed in Uruguay is 116 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.