Atenas

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Mon Feb 23
27°C / 81°F
Low: 15°C / 59°F
Tue Feb 24
21°C / 70°F
Low: 15°C / 59°F
Wed Feb 25
23°C / 74°F
Low: 16°C / 61°F

📊 Core Metrics

Rent (1BD)
$413
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
7.0
Out of 10
Internet
108
Mbps Avg
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic estimates.
Safety: Aggregated from national crime statistics and State Department advisory levels.
Note: Prices are estimates only and may vary by neighborhood.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population664,046
  • Region
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation704 m

🛂 Immigration & Visas

Tourist Stay: 90 Days (Extensions Possible)
Tourists can apply for an extension of their stay at the Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería.

Pensionado Visa
For retirees with a lifetime pension.
🕒 Validity: 24 Mo 💰 Income: $1,000/mo
Rentista Visa
For individuals with a stable income from investments or savings.
🕒 Validity: 24 Mo 💰 Income: $2,500/mo
Inversionista Visa
For individuals investing in Costa Rica.
🕒 Validity: 24 Mo
Citizenship Path: Eligible after 7 years of residency. (Dual Citizenship Allowed)

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)95.99 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)48.57 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)10.33 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre568.39 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre413.37 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre1433.03 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre1188.45 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)2.07 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)2.29 USD
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)2.41 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)8.19 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)1.43 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)22187.75 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)34732.12 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)8.27 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant9.30 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)53.74 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)10.33 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)2.79 USD
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)2.48 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)3.93 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)2.18 USD
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)1.76 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)2.20 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)2.44 USD
  • White Rice (1 lb)0.94 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)2.99 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)4.37 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)4.17 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)4.41 USD
  • Apples (1 lb)1.88 USD
  • Bananas (1 lb)0.73 USD
  • Oranges (1 lb)1.13 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)1.03 USD
  • Potatoes (1 lb)1.59 USD
  • Onions (1 lb)1.13 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)1.03 USD
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)2.98 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)17.57 USD
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)2.55 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)5.58 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership45.47 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child894.43 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child6200.61 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)71.81 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)122.68 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes111.61 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)31.44 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)51.67 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1240.12 USD
  • Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %)0.02 USD

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