Pacayas, Cartago
Pacayas: district in Alvarado canton, Cartago province, Costa Rica
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Quick Facts about Pacayas
| Population | 5,628 |
| Country | Costa Rica |
| State | Cartago (Costa Rica) |
| County | Cartago |
| Postal code | 30601 |
| Area | 29.68 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 9.8071,-84.0476 |
| Altitude | 5,692 feet / 1735 meters |
| Capital city | Pacayas is capital of Alvarado Canton |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 19:14:27 (15th April 2026) |
Geography
Pacayas is located at 9°48'26"N 84°2'52"W (9.8070900, -84.0476400).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | 1,754 | - | census |
| 1950 | 2,192 | 19.98% | census |
| 1963 | 2,795 | 21.57% | census |
| 1973 | 3,400 | 17.79% | census |
| 1984 | 3,760 | 9.57% | census |
| 2000 | 5,386 | 30.19% | census |
| 2011 | 5,628 | 4.3% | census |