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Cost of living in Escazú, Costa Rica

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Cost & Budget

Comfortable Living

$2,565

Cost of Living for Couple

$2,823

Minimum Needed

$1,960

View budget breakdown
Housing
$1,075
Utilities
$65
Food
$360
Transportation
$460

Estimated 1BR Rent

$1,100

Utilities

$65

Groceries

$360/mo · 101 grocery POIs

Daily Expenses

Dining Out

$130/mo

Transportation

$460

Need for a Car

Car helpful

Property Taxes

Elevated pressure

Overall Feel

Good

How to use this tab

Use the budget value as a planning signal for everyday spending, not as a quote for a specific household. It is most useful when compared with healthcare, safety, and climate on the same page.

What to verify

Housing mix, exchange rates, healthcare needs, car ownership, and travel style can move a real monthly budget materially.