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Barva
City in Heredia, Costa Rica
Overview
Barva is a picturesque town in Heredia province, Costa Rica, renowned for its colonial charm, friendly locals, and proximity to the lush Barva Volcano foothills. The city offers tranquil streets, historic landmarks, and a lively sense of community ideal for slow-paced exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Costa Rica
Province
Heredia
Population
4,419
Time Zone
America/Costa_Rica
Coordinates
10.08°, -84.10°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
73
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$1,096
Local Cost
$600
Local Income
$650
Cashless
45
English
35
Temperature
23.5°C
Summer Avg
23.4°C
Winter Avg
22.9°C
Record High
34.6°C
Record Low
15.8°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1793 mm
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
1
Transport
9
Walk Score
9
Footways
17.0
Airport
SYQ
Distance
15 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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