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Senior Software Engineer salary in Costa Rica
A mid-level Senior Software Engineer in Costa Rica earns $6,400 – $8,300 per month gross USD — roughly 46% of the equivalent US salary. Ranges below are gross monthly USD.
| Level | Costa Rica | US reference |
|---|---|---|
| junior | $4,600 – $6,000 | $10,000 – $13,000 |
| mid | $6,400 – $8,300 | $14,000 – $18,000 |
| senior | $8,300 – $11,000 | $18,000 – $24,000 |
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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