Cost of Living 2026

Apartment Rent Price in Costa Rica (2026)

Apartment Rent costs about $673.64 per 1BR city center ($673.64 / Rp12214912.92 IDR) in Costa Rica in 2026, about 4% below the Rp12739278.01 IDR world average. It is the #33 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Pakistan, priciest: Singapore). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.

Costa Rica vs the world

CountryPriceNotes
Costa Rica$673.64 per 1BR city center$673.64 / Rp12214912.92 IDR
World averageRp12739278.01 IDR
World medianRp10505724.49 IDR
Cheapest: PakistanRp2045368.71 IDRrank #85 of 85
Most expensive: SingaporeRp46649456.71 IDRrank #1 of 85

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Costa Rica?
A 1-bedroom apartment costs about $673.64 per 1BR city center (Rp12214912.92 IDR) in Costa Rica in 2026.
Is a 1-bedroom apartment expensive in Costa Rica?
It is the #33 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 4% below the Rp12739278.01 IDR world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Costa Rica is about $673.64 per 1BR city center / Rp12214912.92 IDR.
Which country has the cheapest apartment rent?
The cheapest in this comparison is Pakistan at about Rp2045368.71 IDR.
Which country has the most expensive apartment rent?
The most expensive is Singapore at about Rp46649456.71 IDR.
How does the cost of living in Costa Rica compare?
The world average for a 1-bedroom apartment is about Rp12739278.01 IDR and the median is Rp10505724.49 IDR - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
How do I find my hotel in Costa Rica old-town alleys?
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