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Ponce, PR Metro Area

Ponce, PR · Metro Area

270,459Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 6 counties (1 central, 5 outlying), part of the Ponce-Coamo, PR combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$22,247
Median home value
$104,900
Land area
365 sq mi
740 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
Ponce Municipio, PRCentral132,760$19,877$110,200
Juana Díaz Municipio, PROutlying46,156$24,852$105,500
Yauco Municipio, PROutlying32,993$24,255$100,200
Villalba Municipio, PROutlying21,556$26,286$104,200
Peñuelas Municipio, PROutlying19,853$22,697$89,600
Guayanilla Municipio, PROutlying17,141$23,915$87,400

Largest cities and towns

0 places in our city pages lie in this area.

No city pages in this area yet.

Also in the Ponce-Coamo, PR combined area

Coamo, PR · micro · 53,901

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
46.9%
Unemployment
14.4%
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
$22,247
Mean Household Income
$33,596

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
47.6%
Female
52.4%

Population Split

Male47.6%
Female52.4%

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

Mexican0.2%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

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
133,534
Median Rent
$533/mo
Median Home Value
$104,900
Median Year Built
1979

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
59,063
College Enrollment
24.7%
High School
22.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
24.8 min
Drive Alone Rate
88.0%
Public Transit
0.2%
Work From Home
4.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
17.3%
18-34 Years
22.2%
35-64 Years
36.8%
65+ Years
23.7%

Population Composition

Under 1817.3%
18-3422.2%
35-6436.8%
65+23.7%

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
$14,087
SNAP Usage
55.3%
Health Insurance
95.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k54.2%
$25k - $50k25.6%
$50k - $100k15.2%
$100k+5.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
10.6%
Retail Trade
13.8%
Education & Health Care
23.8%
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

95.5%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
107.1
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)