Poverty Decreases in Costa Rica, But Wage Gaps Persist
Poverty in Costa Rica has been steadily decreasing year-on-year, largely due to increased employment among residents. However, wage disparities across different social groups—particularly by gender, nationality (Costa Ricans vs. Nicaraguans), and education level—are widening. A recent report by the University of Costa Rica’s Institute for Research in Economic Sciences (IICE) revealed that the poverty rate …
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