Ojochal, Costa Rica
Digital Nomad Life in Ojochal, Costa Rica
Summary: Ojochal, Costa Rica is a popular destination for digital nomads due to its stunning natural beauty, low cost of living, and laid-back lifestyle. The best neighborhood to live in Ojochal is Playa Tortuga, which is known for its stunning beaches, lush jungle, and friendly locals. The approximate population of Ojochal is around 4,000 people. The weather in Ojochal, Costa Rica is typically warm and humid, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit (24-30 Celsius). The monthly cost of living for a digital nomad in Ojochal is relatively low, with basic expenses such as food, transportation, and utilities costing around $500-$700 USD per month. The cost of renting a centrally located, one-bedroom apartment with high-speed internet access in Ojochal is around $500-$700 USD per month.
How do I meet people in Ojochal?
When we asked people living in Ojochal about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:
"Expats in Ojochal often join local clubs and activities such as yoga, Spanish classes, and cooking classes. Expats can also join local book clubs, hiking groups, and volunteer organizations. Additionally, expats can meet people by attending local events such as farmers markets, art shows, and music festivals. Expats can also meet people by visiting local restaurants, bars, and cafes. Finally, expats can meet people by attending church services or joining local churches," explained one person living in Ojochal, Costa Rica.
"There is a bunch of expat organizations in Costa Rica to welcome newcomers. The largest is ACRC. In our town there is a group called the Coasta Bellena Women's Club that has about 400 members. We have a great international expat community. Ojochal, Uvita and Dominical are considered to be the southern Pacific Region of Costa Rica. The cost of living is lower here than in many other parts of Costa Rica and the pace of life is slower and more relaxing. We have a pot luck brunch in town, pizza night at a local restaurant (Gringo Mikes) and a local farmer's market on Saturdays," said one expat in Ojochal.
What is life like in Ojochal?
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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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