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Puerto Cortés, Costa Rica

Puntarenas Province · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Puerto Cortés is a small town in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica with a population of 3,850. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,850 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
131.8 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

Population3,850
Median Age33.9 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI54 (Moderate)
Rain131.8 in/yr
Sunny Days139/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population3,850
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates8.9617°, -83.5246°
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Country🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / ProvincePuntarenas Province
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation131.8 inches (3,347 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.9 years

Is Puerto Cortés a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puerto Cortés 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. Puerto Cortés 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

Puerto Cortés has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 139 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 131.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Puerto Cortés has a population of 3,850. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 16.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,850
Total Population
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Puerto Cortés vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Puerto Cortés vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puerto Cortés is N/A. Per capita income is $16,942 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Puerto Cortés 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 Puerto Cortés, 31.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. 37.8% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.8% report binge drinking. 82.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Puerto Cortés 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

Puerto Cortés has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 139 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 131.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54. 83% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days139 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall131.8 inches
247% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median54.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %83.0%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates8.9617°N, 83.5246°W
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 2.4 in
February 79°F (26°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 14.5 in
June 80°F (26°C) 13.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 14.2 in
August 79°F (26°C) 16.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 17.6 in
October 78°F (26°C) 21.8 in Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 14.5 in Coldest
December 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in

Puerto Cortés has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in November to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 131.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (21.8") and February the driest (1.9").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Puerto Cortés

What is the population of Puerto Cortés?

Puerto Cortés has a population of 3,850 residents and is located in Costa Rica.. The median age of residents is 33.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Puerto Cortés expensive to live in?

Puerto Cortés is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Puerto Cortés?

Puerto Cortés has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 139 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 131.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 54.

How is the job market in Puerto Cortés?

The unemployment rate in Puerto Cortés is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Puerto Cortés?

22.0% of adults in Puerto Cortés hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Puerto Cortés?

The obesity rate in Puerto Cortés is 31.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.5% of adults are smokers. 82.0% are physically inactive. 7.6% of residents report depression.

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