Costa Rica Exports
Exports of goods and services BX.GSR.GNFS.CD
Costa Rica's exports was $41.9B in 2025, ranked 74th globally. This represents a 13.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1977–2025.
Overview
Costa Rica's exports stood at $41.9B in 2025, a rise of +$5.0B from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $41.9B by 2025. Costa Rica ranked 74th globally.
Costa Rica's exports have experienced significant growth over the past 49 years, with the latest value reaching 41,890,807,344.29 in 2025. This represents a substantial increase from the all-time trough of 957,700,000.00 in 1977, demonstrating the country's expansion into global markets. In comparison, Costa Rica's exports have surpassed those of peer country Cyprus, which stands at 41,706,268,942.15, and are on par with Pakistan's 43,602,822,799.61. The growth in exports is likely driven by Costa Rica's strategic location, favorable business climate, and export-oriented manufacturing sector. The all-time peak in 2025 suggests that the country's export sector is well-positioned for continued growth, with potential for further expansion in sectors such as technology, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy. However, a decline in global demand or trade tensions could alter the trajectory of Costa Rica's export growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Exports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $50.7B | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $46.3B | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $41.9B | - | - |
| 2025 | $41.9B | +$5.0B | #74 |
| 2024 | $36.9B | +$3.2B | #73 |
| 2023 | $33.7B | +$4.3B | #76 |
| 2022 | $29.4B | +$5.8B | #75 |
| 2021 | $23.6B | +$3.6B | #78 |
| 2020 | $20.0B | −$2.8B | #76 |
| 2019 | $22.7B | +$1.3B | #76 |
| 2018 | $21.5B | +$2.1B | #76 |
| 2017 | $19.4B | +$771.0M | #75 |
| 2016 | $18.6B | +$1.5B | #73 |
| 2015 | $17.1B | +$584.3M | #76 |
| 2014 | $16.6B | +$746.2M | #83 |
| 2013 | $15.8B | +$684.3M | #83 |
| 2012 | $15.1B | +$1.0B | #81 |
| 2011 | $14.1B | +$1.6B | #84 |
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 exports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
One headline directly points to a significant challenge for Costa Rica's exports, highlighting a "reckoning" for its dominant shark trade due to declining silky shark populations. While other headlines discuss export growth in El Salvador and the Philippines' strong position in fruit exports, they do not provide specific data or direct implications for Costa Rica's overall $41.9B export performance. News on Honduras's geopolitics also lacks direct relevance to Costa Rica's export figures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Costa Rica's exports was $41.9B in 2025. Ranked 74th globally. This represents a 13.5% increase from the previous year.
Costa Rica's exports peaked at $41.9B in 2025.
The lowest exports in Costa Rica was $957.7M in 1977.
Costa Rica ranks 74th globally in exports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BX.GSR.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Costa Rica's exports is projected to reach $41.9B by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Costa Rica's exports was approximately 41.89 billion ($41.9B) in 2025.
The exports of Costa Rica in 2025 was $41.9B. This ranks 74th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_costa-rica_exports,
title = {Costa Rica Exports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/costa-rica/exports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}