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Liberia, Costa Rica

Guanacaste Province · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Liberia is a mid-size city in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica with a population of 45,380. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
45,380 Population 209/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
72.8 in Annual Rain
America / Costa Rica Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
90% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population45,380
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,942
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.3%

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI54 (Moderate)
Rain72.8 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population45,380
Population Density209 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates10.6352°, -85.4378°
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Country🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / ProvinceGuanacaste Province
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation72.8 inches (1,849 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.9 years

Is Liberia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liberia receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Liberia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Liberia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Liberia has a population of 45,380 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

45,380
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
217.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Liberia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Liberia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liberia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Liberia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
90% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Liberia, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 7.6% report depression. 82.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Liberia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Liberia has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 72.8 inches. The area enjoys 207 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.8 inches
92% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median54.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %83.0%

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area217.4 sq mi (563.0 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates10.6352°N, 85.4378°W
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area217.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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