Cost of Living in Costa Rica

Renting a one-bedroom apartment in Belén costs approximately:

• ₡250,000

• ₡350,000

• ₡450,000

• ₡600,000

The average monthly cost of electricity, water, and internet for a small apartment is:

• ₡30,000

• ₡60,000

• ₡100,000

• ₡150,000

If you live alone and cook at home, how much should you budget for groceries per month?

• ₡100,000

• ₡150,000

• ₡200,000

• ₡300,000

How much does a bus fare from Belén to San José cost approximately (one way)?

• ₡600

• ₡1,000

• ₡1,500

• ₡2,000

What’s the approximate monthly cost of gas and insurance for a used car in Costa Rica?

• ₡100,000

• ₡150,000

• ₡200,000

• ₡300,000

How much does a typical 'casado' meal (rice, beans, meat, plantains, and salad) cost at a soda?

• ₡2,500

• ₡4,000

• ₡5,500

• ₡7,000

Going to the movies in Costa Rica (ticket + popcorn + drink) costs approximately:

• ₡3,500

• ₡6,500

• ₡12,500

• ₡15,000

How much should you budget for a basic cell phone plan with calls, texts, and data?

• ₡5,000

• ₡10,000

• ₡25,000

• ₡30,000

What is the approximate cost of one semester at a private university in Costa Rica?

• ₡250,000

• ₡500,000

• ₡1,200,000

• ₡2,500,000

How much does a credit card charge in interest per year if you don’t pay off your balance?

• 10%

• 20%

• 35%

• 50%