Costa Rica’s industrial contribution to GDP was in 1990, but it followed a declining trend through the decades. By 2003, it had dropped to , influenced by Costa Rica's shift towards high-value services, especially in technology and ecotourism. Industrial activity further decreased to by 2017 as the country pursued sustainable growth and reduced dependence on traditional manufacturing. The COVID-19 pandemic temporarily pushed the sector to in 2020, reflecting heightened demand for Costa Rica's exports, especially medical devices and electronic components. Despite this increase, industrial contribution stabilized at in 2021 and 2022, showing Costa Rica’s continued prioritization of service and sustainable industries over traditional manufacturing.
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