Which place is cheaper, Jaco or Salto?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salto or Jaco, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Salto is in the citrus growing region of Northern Interior Uruguay, on the east bank of the Rio Uruguay. It is closely connected to the neighboring Argentinian city of Concordia that lies across the river on the western bank. Salto is Uruguay's second-largest city and the most northerly crossing point to Argentina. Salto is a very picturesque city that has a relaxing feel the entire year. However, people mostly come here for the nearby hot springs and the recreation area above the enormous Salto Grande hydroelectric dam.
Jaco is a beach destination on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. This resort city is located in the county of Garabito in the Puntarenas province. It has a population of about 10,000 residents and a 2.5 mile long beach that is an excellent surfing destination.
Because Jaco is located on the coast, it's weather is influenced by the water. The climate is humid with a relative humidity of about 80%, but climbing to 90% in the month of June. The temperature is usually between 85 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and between 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit at night. There are distinct wet and dry seasons with August through early December being the rainy season and late December through early April being the dry season. Rain is irregular during the rest of the year.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Salto is $71, while the average daily cost in Jaco is $104. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Salto and Jaco in more detail.
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Also for Jaco, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Jaco, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Jaco, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jaco's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Jaco, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Jaco:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salto and Jaco, we can see that Jaco is more expensive. And not only is Salto much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salto is in South America and Jaco is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Salto would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salto and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Jaco would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jaco than you might in Salto.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salto Expensive? and Is Jaco Expensive?.
Salto has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Jaco. When comparing the sizes of Salto and Jaco, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Salto has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jaco experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Salto as well as Jaco. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jaco throughout the year.
Salto is cooler than Jaco in the summer. The daily temperature in Salto averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Jaco fluctuates around 28°C (82°F)in July.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Salto this time of the year. In the summer, Salto often gets more sunshine than Jacoin July. Salto gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Jaco receives 164 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Jaco. Salto receives a lot of rain in the summer. Salto usually gets less rain in January than Jacoin July. Salto gets 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Jaco receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Jaco and Salto are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Jaco because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Salto is cooler than Jaco. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Salto in April average around 19°C (65°F), and Jaco averages at about 27°C (81°F)in October.
Salto usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Jaco during autumn. Salto gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Jaco receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Jaco. It's quite rainy in Salto. In April, Salto usually receives less rain than Jacoin October. Salto gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Jaco receives 254 mm (10 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Jaco and Salto during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jaco year-round.
In July, Salto is generally much colder than Jacoin January. Daily temperatures in Salto average around 12°C (54°F), and Jaco fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In Jaco, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Salto often gets less sunshine than Jacoin January. Salto gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Jaco receives 264 hours of full sun.
Salto usually gets more rain in July than Jacoin January. Salto gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Jaco receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Salto and Jaco. Jaco attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Salto is much colder than Jaco in the spring. The daily temperature in Salto averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Jaco fluctuates around 29°C (85°F)in April.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Jaco this time of the year. In Salto, it's very sunny this time of the year. Salto usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Jaco during spring. Salto gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Jaco receives 255 hours of full sun in the spring.
Salto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Salto usually receives more rain than Jacoin April. Salto gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Jaco receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Salto | Jaco | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Mar | 22°C (71°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
Apr | 19°C (65°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
May | 15°C (59°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) |
Jun | 12°C (54°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) |
Jul | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) |
Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) |
Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 254 mm (10 in) |
Nov | 20°C (69°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
Dec | 23°C (74°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |