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Coto Brus
City in Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Overview
Set in the southern highlands of Costa Rica, Coto Brus is a tranquil and scenic canton known for its Italian influence, cool mountain air, and lush biodiversity. The area is a gateway to stunning coffee plantations, nature reserves, and authentic Tico culture, offering a peaceful alternative to Costa Rica's busier destinations.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Costa Rica
Province
Puntarenas
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Costa_Rica
Coordinates
8.88°, -82.97°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
62
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$880
Local Cost
$500
Local Income
$450
Cashless
32
English
28
Temperature
22.0°C
Summer Avg
22.0°C
Winter Avg
21.6°C
Record High
32.0°C
Record Low
14.6°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
2124 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TOO
Distance
6 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 2025-12-09.
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 52/100.
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