What is the Capital of Costa Rica?
The capital of Costa Rica is San Jose, which was founded 1738. San Jose has been the capital since 1823.
San Jose is the largest city in Costa Rica and functions as: Economical and political center.
San Jose is located at 9.9281° N, 84.0907° W, at an elevation of 3845' ft.
Cathedral in San Jose, Costa Rica
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2024 Population
1,482,460
2024 Growth Rate
1.4%
Founded
1738
Capital as of
1823
Elevation
3845'
Largest City
Yes
Role in Country
Economical and political center