Puerto Rico Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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State Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Puerto Rico | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,169,509 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 594.5 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -1.15% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 42.7 | 37.1 |
| Households | 1,238,240 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Puerto Rico declined by 17.5% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 3,252,607 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Puerto Rico has a the economy index of F, which means it scores poorly in the economy.
| Metric | Puerto Rico | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $25,099 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 3.60% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 12.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Puerto Rico is about 68% lower than in US.
Housing
| Metric | Puerto Rico | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $132,443 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $562 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 68.1% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Puerto Rico is about 19.6 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $562 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 06:00 AM – 06:29 AM .
| Metric | Puerto Rico | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 23.5 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 5.4% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Puerto Rico is 24 minutes, longer than the 22 minutes in US.
Education & Households
Puerto Rico has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Puerto Rico | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.3% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.59 | 2.54 |
Health
| Metric | Puerto Rico | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | — | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | — | 16.3% |
| Smokers | — | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Puerto Rico.
What is the population of Puerto Rico?
The population of Puerto Rico is 3,169,509, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Puerto Rico?
The population density of Puerto Rico is 594.5 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Puerto Rico?
The median household income in Puerto Rico is $25,099, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Puerto Rico?
The median home price in Puerto Rico is $132,443, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Puerto Rico?
The unemployment rate in Puerto Rico is 12.1%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.