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San José, Costa Rica 🇨🇷
#920
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Nomad Score:
69%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$350.00
$900.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$60.00
$120.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$25.00
$60.00
$5.00
|
Mobile data SIM card daily average |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$180.00
$400.00
$10.00
|
Daily average for snacks and small meals |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$40.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily average using taxis and public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$350.00
$25.00
|
Daily average for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$30.00
$120.00
$15.00
|
Daily average for tours, entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$40.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance separately |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average of annualized fees |
| Total |
$790.00
$2,250.00
$108.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$550.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$2.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup