Costa Rica (CRI)

Costa Rica, famed for its rainforests, volcanoes, and pura vida lifestyle, is a country where nature and community go hand in hand. Costa Ricans, or Ticos, value family, environmental stewardship, and a tradition of peaceful living. Roman Catholicism is the main faith, but spiritual life is also expressed through eco-friendly rituals, local fiestas, and the celebration of both religious and national holidays.

People Groups of Costa Rica:

Fast Facts:

TypesStats
Total People Groups:8
Total Population:5,085,800
Unengaged and Unreached:
People Groups:0
Population:0
Engaged yet Unreached:
People Groups:1
Population:50,000
No Longer Unreached:
People Groups:7
Population:5,035,800

Realities:

Weighted GSEC: 5  
Dying Daily: 79  
Dying Daily without Christ: 73  
Birth Rate: 12  
Death Rate: 5

People Groups of Costa Rica

To download a comprehensive people group list in spreadsheet form, visit our Research Data page.

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