Costa Rica population (live estimate)
Real-time estimate based on UN demographic growth models.
Annual growth: 0.435%.
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Key demographic indicators.
This map shows first-level administrative regions (ADM1).
Key Facts
- Capital: San José
- Official language: Spanish
- Region: Central America
- Continent: Americas
Languages
A brief overview of the linguistic situation in the country.
Costa Rica has a diverse linguistic landscape shaped by Indigenous heritage, colonial history, and modern migration. Major languages coexist with regional and minority tongues that reflect the country's cultural complexity.
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A brief overview of the religious composition of the country.
The population of Costa Rica varies by region, with urban centers concentrating most residents while rural areas maintain distinct cultural and linguistic traditions. Migration, birth rates, and economic patterns influence demographic change.
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A brief overview of the major cities and urban structure of the country.
The cities shown here represent major urban centres with populations over 50,000, as defined by the UN Degree of Urbanisation (DEGURBA) methodology. Smaller towns and rural settlements are not included.
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