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Nicoya, Costa Rica

Guanacaste Province · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Nicoya is a small city in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica with a population of 15,313. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,313 Population 128/sq mi density
420 ft Elevation 128 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
79.5 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

Population15,313
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density128/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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI54 (Moderate)
Rain79.5 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population15,313
Population Density128 / sq mi
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Coordinates10.1504°, -85.4509°
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Country🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / ProvinceGuanacaste Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation79.5 inches (2,018 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.9 years

Is Nicoya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nicoya 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. Nicoya 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

Nicoya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Nicoya has a population of 15,313 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,313
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
120.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nicoya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nicoya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nicoya 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: Nicoya 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 Nicoya, 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: Nicoya 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

Nicoya has an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 79.5 inches. The area enjoys 203 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall79.5 inches
109% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median54.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %83.0%

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area120.0 sq mi (310.7 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates10.1504°N, 85.4509°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 Density128/sq mi
Total Area120.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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