What is the Population of Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has a population of approximately 5,309,625 people, making it the 124th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.07% of the world's population. With a land area of 51,100 km², the population density is roughly 104 people per km².
| Population | 5,309,625 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 124th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.07% |
| Area | 51,100 km² |
| Population density | 104 / km² |
| Demonym | Costa Rican |
Population of Costa Rica — FAQ
What is the population of Costa Rica?
The population of Costa Rica is approximately 5,309,625 (5.3 million).
How does Costa Rica rank by population?
Costa Rica is the 124th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site.
What is the population density of Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has a population density of roughly 104 people per km².
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