Why do so many Americans retire to Costa Rica?

Question

I mean Americans as in citezens from the US.

I'm sorry if they don't have a clearer name-like Panamanians or Irish...they aren't United Staters...

Answer 1

BEcause of the wonderful tropical climate and very economical prices. Costa rica is a tropical paradise with warm climate, rainforests, volcanoes, mountains and great beaches. Also it is a safe and stable country unlike other counties in central america where there are always mini civil wars.

Answer 2

Its cheap so they get more for the money.

Answer 3

The cost of living is low, the weather and the people.

Answer 4

You mean US citizens or Americans (citizens from all the AMERICAN continent)?

Answer 5

Because they like the warm climate, the proximity to beaches and jungles, the cost of living, which is less than in the U.S., so that with a Social Security pension they can live relatively well.  If they come from states where it snows, they enjoy not being so cold!

Answer 6

Costa Rica and Panama are the safest countries in Central America.The cost of living is way cheaper than in the USA,so a retiree's Social Security check will actually last and the medications are affordable also.Many people have their checks direct deposited in banks in the USA and use their ATM and/or debit cards to withdraw money as they need it.The government ususally charges a penalty if they have to send their checks to another country.