Costa Rica (officially Republic of Costa Rica) is an independent country located in Central America, Americas. With a population of 5,309,625 people, it ranks #125 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 51,100 km² (#131 globally), with a population density of 104 people per km². The capital city is San José. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
5,309,625
#125 world ranking
Area
51,100 km²
#131 world ranking
Population Density
104/km²
Capital
San José
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-06:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Costa Rican colón (₡)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Nicaragua
PanamaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Costa Rica?
The capital of Costa Rica is San José.
What is the population of Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has a population of 5,309,625 people, ranking #125 in the world by population.
How big is Costa Rica?
Costa Rica covers an area of 51,100 km², ranking #131 in the world by area. The population density is 104 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Costa Rica?
The official languages of Costa Rica are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Costa Rica?
The currency of Costa Rica is Costa Rican colón (₡).
What countries border Costa Rica?
Costa Rica shares borders with 2 countries: Nicaragua, Panama.