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    Safest Country in Central America  
 
According to a study by the Inter-American Institute on Human Rights, and a survey of police forces in the Americas, Managua is the safest capital in the region, and Nicaragua is the safest country in Central America, and among the safest countries in the world.
 
   
Country Reported Crimes per 100,000 Population
When comparing Latin American capital cities, Managua is the safest with a 2.3 intentional homicide rate per 100 thousand, the lowest in the region.
Germany 6822
France 6020
United States 5485
Costa Rica 1520
Nicaragua 1177
   
Competitive Cost
   
Operating Costs in Nicaragua  
Wage and Benefits US $.42 per hr (minimum wage)
  US $.67 per hr (market Wage)
   
Electricity Cost (Over 200 KW) US $.0813/KWh
   
Rent- Industrial facilities US $2.50 - $3.50 per sq. meter
Construction Costs – Industrial facilities US $130 per square meter
• Costs are approximations as of January 2003 and are subject to change.