Real-time statistics of Costa Rica

Costa Rica sits in the Americas (subregion: Central America). Its capital city is San José and the national territory covers 51,100 km², offering a variety of landscapes and climates.

The current population (2024) is estimated at 5,129,910 inhabitants, highlighting the demographic weight of the nation. Main languages include Spanish, a sign of its cultural diversity and the historical influence of different communities.

The nominal gross domestic product (2024) reaches 95,350,423,176.596 US dollars. The official currency is Costa Rican colón (CRC), used daily across both metropolitan areas and rural zones for commerce and services.

Economy and development

During the latest period with available data, real GDP grew by 4.32%, providing a view into the performance of productive sectors and development policies. Infrastructure and services in San José act as a hub of innovation and connection with international markets.

Comparison with other countries

It shares borders with NICPAN, facilitating trade and cultural exchange with its neighbors.

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