Cost of living in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 29% more expensive than in San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica)
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| Food in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 21% more expensive than in San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| $13 (₡ 8,224) | ₡ 6,211 | 32% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| $7 (₡ 4,205) | ₡ 3,994 | 5% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| $2.82 (₡ 1,731) | ₡ 1,752 | 1% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| $0.73 (₡ 448) | ₡ 855 | 48% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| $2.35 (₡ 1,442) | ₡ 1,759 | 18% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| $3.85 (₡ 2,362) | ₡ 1,007 | 135% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| $4.79 (₡ 2,935) | ₡ 2,522 | 16% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| $2.75 (₡ 1,687) | ₡ 1,966 | 14% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| $1.36 (₡ 831) | ₡ 910 | 9% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| $2.39 (₡ 1,467) | ₡ 1,047 | 40% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| $12 (₡ 7,214) | ₡ 9,609 | 25% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| $1.65 (₡ 1,014) | ₡ 1,534 | 34% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| $2.47 (₡ 1,511) | ₡ 661 | 129% |
| Housing in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 59% more expensive than in San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| $1,428 (₡ 875,297) | ₡ 581,648 | 50% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| $895 (₡ 548,577) | ₡ 286,801 | 91% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| $178 (₡ 109,228) | ₡ 36,713 | 198% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| $928 (₡ 568,587) | ₡ 491,271 | 16% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| $588 (₡ 360,674) | ₡ 233,712 | 54% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| $115 (₡ 70,281) | ₡ 25,480 | 176% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| $34 (₡ 20,938) | ₡ 15,445 | 36% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| $275 (₡ 168,243) | ₡ 199,597 | 16% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $109 (₡ 66,598) | ₡ 60,172 | 11% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| $8 (₡ 4,712) | ₡ 4,622 | 2% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| $17 (₡ 10,148) | ₡ 2,290 | 343% |
| Clothes in Akron, Ohio (United States) is about the same as in San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| $36 (₡ 21,804) | ₡ 36,583 | 40% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| $38 (₡ 23,262) | ₡ 21,003 | 11% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $83 (₡ 50,703) | ₡ 54,069 | 6% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| $93 (₡ 56,836) | ₡ 50,240 | 13% |
| Transportation in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 8% more expensive than in San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| $22,702 (₡ 13,914,131) | ₡ 12,442,400 | 12% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| $0.59 (₡ 360) | ₡ 591 | 39% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| $44 (₡ 27,239) | ₡ 23,064 | 18% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| $14 (₡ 8,353) | ₡ 6,120 | 36% |
| Personal Care in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 9% cheaper than in San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $6 (₡ 3,823) | ₡ 5,464 | 30% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| $11 (₡ 6,651) | ₡ 9,314 | 29% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| $85 (₡ 52,004) | ₡ 46,837 | 11% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| $7 (₡ 4,178) | ₡ 3,171 | 32% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| $3.13 (₡ 1,919) | ₡ 2,698 | 29% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| $4.75 (₡ 2,909) | ₡ 3,565 | 18% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| $2.85 (₡ 1,744) | ₡ 1,593 | 9% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| $1.68 (₡ 1,029) | ₡ 1,346 | 24% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| $14 (₡ 8,849) | ₡ 7,525 | 18% |
| Entertainment in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 60% more expensive than in San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | San Jose, Costa Rica (Costa Rica) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| $35 (₡ 21,394) | ₡ 12,943 | 65% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| $24 (₡ 14,777) | ₡ 5,909 | 150% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| $148 (₡ 90,800) | ₡ 23,454 | 287% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| $58 (₡ 35,309) | ₡ 30,460 | 16% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| $8 (₡ 5,138) | ₡ 3,847 | 34% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| $4.50 (₡ 2,760) | ₡ 2,148 | 28% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| $4.07 (₡ 2,497) | ₡ 1,447 | 73% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| $433 (₡ 265,470) | ₡ 353,839 | 25% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| $0.56 (₡ 344) | ₡ 47 | 638% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| $43 (₡ 26,197) | ₡ 38,497 | 32% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| $6 (₡ 3,859) | ₡ 2,260 | 71% |
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For example, you would need at least ₡ 2,250,132 ($3,671) in Akron, Ohio to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with ₡ 1,740,000 in San Jose, Costa Rica.