Costa Rica Exchange Rate
Official exchange rate (LCU per US$, period average) PA.NUS.FCRF
Costa Rica's exchange rate was 517.50 in 2025, ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Costa Rica's exchange rate stood at 517.50 in 2025, a rise of +2.39 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 517.50 by 2025. Costa Rica ranked 43rd globally.
Costa Rica’s exchange rate has moved from a historic trough of 5.62 in 1960 to a recent level of 517.50 in 2025, placing the country 43rd globally out of 66 years of data. The all‑time peak of 647.14 was recorded in 2022, reflecting a sharp depreciation that followed a period of fiscal expansion and external shocks to commodity markets. Compared with peers of similar rank, Kazakhstan’s rate of 487.51 and Togo’s 627.43 illustrate that Costa Rica’s depreciation has been less extreme than some emerging economies but more pronounced than others in the region. The long‑term upward trajectory suggests persistent pressure on the colón, driven by current account deficits and modest inflation differentials with the United States. Future movements will likely hinge on the balance between monetary policy adjustments and external demand for Costa Rican exports, which could either stabilize the rate or accelerate further depreciation.
Data & projection
| Year | Exchange Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 474.24 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 495.87 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 517.50 | - | - |
| 2025 | 517.50 | +2.39 | #43 |
| 2024 | 515.11 | −28.94 | #160 |
| 2023 | 544.05 | −103.09 | #164 |
| 2022 | 647.14 | +26.35 | #183 |
| 2021 | 620.78 | +35.88 | #182 |
| 2020 | 584.90 | −2.39 | #183 |
| 2019 | 587.29 | +10.32 | #184 |
| 2018 | 576.97 | +9.46 | #184 |
| 2017 | 567.51 | +22.77 | #170 |
| 2016 | 544.74 | +10.17 | #170 |
| 2015 | 534.57 | −3.75 | #171 |
| 2014 | 538.32 | +38.55 | #185 |
| 2013 | 499.77 | −3.13 | #186 |
| 2012 | 502.90 | −2.76 | #172 |
| 2011 | 505.66 | −20.16 | #187 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Costa Rica matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1995. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw exchange rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Costa Rica's exchange rate was 517.50 in 2025. Ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from the previous year.
Costa Rica's exchange rate peaked at 647.14 in 2022.
The lowest exchange rate in Costa Rica was 5.62 in 1960.
Costa Rica ranks 43rd globally in exchange rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is PA.NUS.FCRF. Data sourced from World Bank.
Costa Rica's exchange rate is projected to reach 517.50 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The exchange rate of Costa Rica in 2025 was 517.50. This ranks 43rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_costa-rica_exchange-rate,
title = {Costa Rica Exchange Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/costa-rica/exchange-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}