Costa Rica65.61
Overall rating
Open country profileCosta Rica vs. United Kingdom: Country Comparison
United Kingdom leads the overall rating with 72.98 points, ahead of Costa Rica with 65.61 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Childcare Cost and Double Taxation Agreements.
Costa Rica
United Kingdom72.98
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Costa Rica scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Childcare Cost.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Double Taxation Agreements.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Costa Rica on UV Radiation.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Costa Rica on EV Charging Infrastructure.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Earthquake Risk.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Volcano Risk.
Costa Rica scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Driving License Cost ($).
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Cinema Density.
Categories Compared
Costa Rica
64 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 56 | 73 | United Kingdom |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 77 | 87 | United Kingdom |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 51 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 74 | 80 | United Kingdom |
| Legal Protection & Property | 61 | 77 | United Kingdom |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 65 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Costa Rica
67 points
❤️ Health
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United Kingdom
81 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 69 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Environmental Health | 59 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 74 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Costa Rica
66 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Kingdom
69 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 69 | 50 | Costa Rica |
| Investment & Capital Access | 69 | 76 | United Kingdom |
| Banking & Fintech | 68 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 52 | 68 | United Kingdom |
| Real Estate & Property | 78 | 59 | Costa Rica |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 45 | 66 | United Kingdom |
| Macroeconomics | 74 | 70 | Costa Rica |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 65 | 79 | United Kingdom |
Costa Rica
63 points
🏠 Costs
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United Kingdom
44 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 64 | 27 | Costa Rica |
| Food & Basic Goods | 15 | 31 | United Kingdom |
| Dining & Going Out | 75 | 42 | Costa Rica |
| Mobility Costs | 75 | 42 | Costa Rica |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 75 | 68 | Costa Rica |
| Personal Services | 76 | 53 | Costa Rica |
Costa Rica
56 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Kingdom
76 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 42 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 43 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Electricity & Energy | 94 | 74 | Costa Rica |
| Internet & Connectivity | 51 | 79 | United Kingdom |
| Public Transport | 48 | 75 | United Kingdom |
Costa Rica
63 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Kingdom
66 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 55 | 69 | United Kingdom |
| Climate & Weather | 79 | 57 | Costa Rica |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 81 | 48 | Costa Rica |
| Leisure & Recreation | 67 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Arts & Entertainment | 49 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 52 | 65 | United Kingdom |
| Family-Friendly | 57 | 58 | United Kingdom |
| Pet-Friendly | 65 | 62 | Costa Rica |
Costa Rica
72 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Kingdom
86 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 73 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 74 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 71 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 74 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 76 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Language & Integration | 60 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 81 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 70 | 84 | United Kingdom |
Costa Rica
72 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Kingdom
82 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 66 | 91 | United Kingdom |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 68 | 94 | United Kingdom |
| Attractions & Activities | 70 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 86 | 72 | Costa Rica |
| Vacation Costs | 74 | 54 | Costa Rica |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 76 | 90 | United Kingdom |
Costa Rica
71 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 80 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Education & Knowledge | 76 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 59 | 64 | United Kingdom |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 71 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 80 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 66 | 88 | United Kingdom |
| Religion & Worldviews | 67 | 62 | Costa Rica |
| Demography | 60 | 60 | Tie |