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Living in Liberia (CR)

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Liberia (CR) is a small city of roughly 60,000 people right by the sea in Costa Rica. The climate is tropical. It has a lively, popular feel with average safety for the region. A typical month of living costs around $1,550. Healthcare is reasonable, and the internet is generally reliable. People come here for surfing, swimming, nightlife.

This is one of the places where living off-grid genuinely works, in law and in space. Anyone born here is a citizen, whatever the nationality of the parents. Income earned abroad is generally not taxed here.

Liberia (CR) at a glance: cost, climate, safety

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People
~60,000
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Cost / mo
~$1,600
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Climate
tropical
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Safety
3/5
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Healthcare
3/5
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Internet
3/5
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Walkable
2/5
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Food
4/5
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Air
3/5Moderate
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Water
2/5Bottled water advised

Who tends to love living in Liberia (CR)

All parameters

🛡️ Safety3/5
🏥 Healthcare3/5
🏛️ Public healthcare4/5
💳 Private healthcare4/5
📶 Internet3/5
🚶 Walkable2/5
🚌 Transit2/5
🍽️ Food4/5
📚 LibrarySeveral within 6 km
🥗 Veg options4/5
🌫️ Air3/5 · 11 µg/m³
🚰 Water2/5 · Bottled water advised
🚀 PopularityGrowing fast
🏠 Rent, 5 yrs+45%
👶 For kids3/5
🛂 Immigration4/5
🏛️ Stability5/5
💸 Tax friendly3/5
🧑‍💻 Business3/5
🕵️ Privacy4/5
🏦 State digital currencyResearch only
🗣️ Free expressionStrong
₿ Bitcoin3/5
🌈 LGBTQ+4/5
🦂 Dangerous animals3/5
🌱 Fertile soil4/5
🔌 Living off-grid5/5
📸 Tourism4/5
👥 Crowding2/5
✈️ Airport4/5
🛰️ StarlinkYes
⚕️ AbortionRestricted

💉 Childhood vaccines: Compulsory by law

The National Vaccination Law makes the schedule compulsory and free for everyone living in the country, residents or not.

If you skip them: Registration at school requires an up to date vaccination record.

Exemptions: Medical only.

Source: Georgetown AMP EID, survey of national legislation, 2024

🚀 Popularity & prices: Growing fast

Accommodation prices have moved about +45% in the last 5 years.

Estimates, for orientation only.

🔭 Where this place is heading

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What to know before moving to Liberia (CR)

⚠️ The downsides of living in Liberia (CR)

Health, air (WHO PM2.5), water & crime figures are rough country-level estimates, verify for your case.

Where is Liberia (CR)?

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Questions, answered

How much does it cost to live in Liberia (CR), Costa Rica?

A typical month in Liberia (CR) costs around $1,550, covering rent and everyday expenses for one person. It is an estimate meant for comparing places, not for budgeting exactly.

Is Liberia (CR), Costa Rica safe?

Arcadia rates personal safety in Liberia (CR) at 3 out of 5, which is reasonable. Natural risks worth checking: earthquakes, volcanic activity.

What is the internet like in Liberia (CR)?

Internet in Liberia (CR) is rated 3 out of 5 for remote work, which is reasonable. Starlink is available in this country.

What is the weather like in Liberia (CR)?

Liberia (CR) has a tropical climate. It is on the coast.

Is healthcare good in Liberia (CR)?

Healthcare in Liberia (CR) is rated 3 out of 5 overall, which is reasonable. Public healthcare is 4/5 and private healthcare 4/5.

How easy is it to move to Costa Rica?

Arcadia rates the ease of getting residency in Costa Rica at 4 out of 5, which is good. The place page lists the visa routes that apply and which depend on your passport.

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