Crime Rankings in Costa Rica

Compare cities by Crime metrics and find the best places to live

Costa Rica

The crime ranking by city for Costa Rica is based on a continuously updated index, incorporating data up to 36 months old and calculated twice a year. Cities are ranked on a scale from "very low" to "very high" crime levels, with safety being the inverse, where a high safety index indicates a safer city.

Highest to LowestUpdated: Oct, 2025

San Jose

#1 in Crime•(#99 worldwide)

In 2024, San Jose's crime data shows a moderate yet concerning level of crime. While the city is working to address these issues, several areas of crime remain prevalent. Safety concerns are evident, with significant differences in how residents feel during the day compared to nighttime, often expressing heightened anxiety after dark.