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Data Engineer salary in Costa Rica
A mid-level Data Engineer in Costa Rica earns $5,100 – $6,400 per month gross USD — roughly 46% of the equivalent US salary. Ranges below are gross monthly USD.
| Level | Costa Rica | US reference |
|---|---|---|
| junior | $3,500 – $4,400 | $7,500 – $9,500 |
| mid | $5,100 – $6,400 | $11,000 – $14,000 |
| senior | $6,900 – $8,700 | $15,000 – $19,000 |
True employer cost
Gross salary is not total cost. In Costa Rica, add ~26% in mandatory employer social contributions, 13th-month pay, and ~1 month of vacation accrual. Total employer uplift is typically 40–55% on top of gross.
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