Costa Rica vs Costa Rica · 20 km apart
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| Expense | Guácima | San José | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.58 | $7.80 | Guácima |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $22.32 | $31.20 | Guácima |
| Cappuccino | $1.67 | $2.34 | Guácima |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $126 | $177 | Guácima |
| Monthly public transport pass | $20.46 | $28.60 | Guácima |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $53.94 | $75.40 | Guácima |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $15.62 | $21.84 | Guácima |
| Fitness club membership | $15.62 | $21.84 | Guácima |
| Cinema ticket | $4.09 | $5.72 | Guácima |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $231 | $351 | Guácima |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $161 | $244 | Guácima |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $482 | $733 | Guácima |
| Total single-person budget | $533 | $764 | Guácima |
| Average net salary | $837 | $1,170 |
Guácima is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Guácima runs about $533 versus $764 in San José — a difference of roughly 43%.
Salary-adjusted, San José leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Guácima · Full cost of living in San José