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Costa Rica

Americas·CRC·Spanish

Nomad Score

7.5

Excellent

Pura Vida lifestyle with stunning biodiversity. Stable democracy, no military, and excellent healthcare. Popular with American retirees and nomads.

Key Indices

52.9

Cost of Living

20.3

Rent Index

59.2

Groceries

47.5

Restaurants

49.5

Purchasing Power

Safety

Healthcare

120

Quality of Life

Cost Breakdown

Housing

1BR Apartment (City Center)$550/mo

3BR Apartment (City Center)$900/mo

Food & Drink

Inexpensive Restaurant$8

Mid-Range (2 People)$30

Cappuccino$3

Utilities & Services

Monthly Transport Pass$35/mo

Internet (60 Mbps+)$35/mo

Gym Membership$30/mo

Income

Average Monthly Salary$800

Population5,094,118

Monthly Budget

$1,070

Estimated monthly cost for a single person

Rent (1BR)$550

Food (30 cheap + 4 mid-range)$360

Coffee (20x/month)$60

Transport$35

Internet$35

Gym$30

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