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Costa Rica: capital, population, borders and facts
Costa Rica is a country in North America. Its capital city is San Jose. Roughly 5 million people live there, based on rounded estimates for around 2024. Costa Rica shares a land border with 2 countries: Nicaragua and Panama.
| Capital city | San Jose |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Population (approx.) | 5 million |
| Land neighbours | 2: Nicaragua, Panama |
| Coastline | Yes. It is not landlocked. |
Outline of Costa Rica
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Costa Rica?
The capital of Costa Rica is San Jose.
What is the population of Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has roughly 5 million people (rounded estimate, around 2024).
Which countries border Costa Rica?
Costa Rica borders Nicaragua and Panama.
Is Costa Rica landlocked?
No, Costa Rica is not landlocked.
Travel basics for Costa Rica
In Costa Rica, traffic drives on the right, plug types A and B and emergency number 911. See plug type, voltage, driving side, emergency number, calling code and currency on the Costa Rica travel basics page.
Put what you know about Costa Rica to the test
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- Capital: the capital of Costa Rica is San Jose. Test yourself on capitals in Capital Hunt or the capital cities quiz.
- Shape: do you recognise the outline above? Try the country outline quiz or Outline.
- Flag: Flags are one of the quickest things to learn. Try Guess the Flag.
- Borders: Costa Rica has 2 land neighbours. Name a country's neighbours against the clock in Neighbour Rush, or find the shortest land route between two countries in Border Run.
- Population: With roughly 5 million people, Costa Rica is a good one to compare in Population Match or Population Showdown.
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