General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | San José |
| Country | Costa Rica |
| Currency | Costa Rican colón |
| Main religion | Roman Catholicism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $64.28 billion |
| Size | 51,100 km² |
| Population | 5,163,408 |
| Population density | 101/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.88 |
| City population | 76.3% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 21∘C |
| Summer | 27∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Spanish |
| Population able to read | 94.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 24.6% |
| Population able to speak english | NA% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 45 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Sansa Airlines |
| Main airport | Juan Santamaría International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1 |
| Cigarettes | $3.5 |
| Burger | $4 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $450/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $60/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $200/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 13% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $10000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 30.43/MBits |
| Tld | .cr |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 83.5% |
| Phone mobile data | $15 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.99% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, Type B |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Walmart |
| Pharmacy | Farmacias Fischel |
| Drugstore | Farmacias La Bomba |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 2:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 9/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 8/10 |
| Public Parks | 9/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football (Soccer) |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Gallo Pinto | A traditional Costa Rican breakfast dish made with rice, beans, and vegetables | $2-4 |
| Casado | A typical Costa Rican lunch dish made with rice, beans, meat, and vegetables | $5-8 |
| Arroz con Pollo | A Costa Rican dish made with chicken, rice, and vegetables | $6-9 |
| Olla de Carne | A Costa Rican beef stew made with beef, vegetables, and spices | $7-10 |
| Ceviche | A Costa Rican seafood dish made with raw fish or shrimp marinated in citrus juice | $8-12 |
| Patacones | A Costa Rican dish made with fried plantains | $4-6 |
| Tres Leches Cake | A Costa Rican dessert made with three kinds of milk | $5-7 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Café con Leche | A strong coffee with steamed milk | $2-3 |
| Agua Dulce | A refreshing drink made with pineapple, sugar, and water | $1-2 |
| Horchata | A sweet and creamy drink made with rice, cinnamon, and sugar | $1-2 |
| Chicha | A fermented drink made with corn, sugar, and pineapple | $1-2 |
| Guaro | A clear liquor made from sugarcane | $2-3 |
| Imperial | A popular beer | $2-3 |
| Pilsen | Another popular beer | $2-3 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Handcrafted wooden masks | These masks are typically made from balsa wood and are hand-painted with intricate designs. | $10-$50 |
| Jade jewelry | Jade is a valuable gemstone that is found in Costa Rica. Jade jewelry is often made into necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. | $20-$100 |
| Coffee | Costa Rica is known for its high-quality coffee. You can buy coffee beans, ground coffee, and brewed coffee at most souvenir shops. | $10-$20 per pound |
| Chocolate | Costa Rica also produces high-quality chocolate. You can buy chocolate bars, chocolate truffles, and other chocolate products at most souvenir shops. | $5-$15 |
| Handwoven textiles | Costa Rican textiles are often made from cotton, wool, or silk. They are typically hand-woven and feature colorful designs. | $20-$100 |
| Ceramics | Costa Rican ceramics are often made from clay or porcelain. They are typically hand-painted with intricate designs. | $10-$50 |
| Wood carvings | Costa Rican wood carvings are often made from balsa wood or mahogany. They are typically carved into animal figures, human figures, or other objects. | $10-$50 |
| Leather goods | Costa Rican leather goods are often made from cowhide or crocodile skin. They are typically made into wallets, belts, bags, and other accessories. | $20-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Juan Santamaría Day | April 11 | Commemorates the death of Juan Santamaría, a national hero who died in the Battle of Rivas |
| Easter | March or April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Corpus Christi | May or June | Celebrates the institution of the Eucharist |
| Guanacaste Day | July 25 | Commemorates the annexation of Guanacaste to Costa Rica |
| Independence Day | September 15 | Celebrates Costa Rica’s independence from Spain |
| Columbus Day | October 12 | Commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | La Nación |
| Online news | CRHoy |
| Tv | Teletica |
| Radio | Radio Columbia |