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Aguadilla, PR Metro Area

Aguadilla, PR · Metro Area

251,769Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 7 counties, part of the Mayagüez-Aguadilla, PR combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$22,398
Median home value
$130,500
Land area
297 sq mi
848 people per sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Aguadilla Municipio, PRCentral54,137$21,540$150,800
Isabela Municipio, PRCentral42,890$23,266$136,200
San Sebastián Municipio, PRCentral39,088$19,920$115,000
Aguada Municipio, PRCentral37,758$21,501$121,500
Moca Municipio, PRCentral37,424$23,586$132,100
Añasco Municipio, PRCentral25,094$24,436$116,300
Rincón Municipio, PRCentral15,378$24,447$154,700

Largest cities and towns

0 places in our city pages lie in this area.

No city pages in this area yet.

Also in the Mayagüez-Aguadilla, PR combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
45.7%
Unemployment
11.4%
College Educated
%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$22,398
Mean Household Income
$33,498

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
48.4%
Female
51.6%

Population Split

Male48.4%
Female51.6%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican0.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

0.0%Foreign Born
0.0%Native Born
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
127,158
Median Rent
$528/mo
Median Home Value
$130,500
Median Year Built
1981

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
50,699
College Enrollment
28.0%
High School
23.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
24.0 min
Drive Alone Rate
81.1%
Public Transit
0.3%
Work From Home
7.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
15.7%
18-34 Years
21.2%
35-64 Years
39.3%
65+ Years
23.8%

Population Composition

Under 1815.7%
18-3421.2%
35-6439.3%
65+23.8%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
0.0%
Single Parent
0.0%
Living Alone
0.0%
Avg Size
N/A

Household Types

No household composition data available.

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$14,199
SNAP Usage
54.3%
Health Insurance
95.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k54.3%
$25k - $50k26.0%
$50k - $100k14.7%
$100k+5.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
10.8%
Retail Trade
13.9%
Education & Health Care
20.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

0.0%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
0.0%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
0.0%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
—
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Not published for this area.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
87.9
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)