7. Cartago
IM Score: 14
Rent Cost: $385
Hospital to Population Ratio: 39,150
Flight to U.S. Cost: $426.88
Number of the Law of Weapons and Explosives Violations: 184
Cartago is probably the city with the shakiest safety situation on the list, but if you can look past it, it can be rewarding. Besides low cost of living, Cartago has an advantage of being situated just 16 miles from the capital San Jose so that the big city life will be at your disposal anytime you like. Cartago has its own charm, offering rich ecological diversity and numerous natural attractions you can explore topped with cultural events happening all year long.
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