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San Juan-Bayamón-Caguas, PR Metro Area

San Juan-Bayamón-Caguas, PR · Metro Area

2,052,186Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 40 counties (31 central, 9 outlying), part of the San Juan-Bayamón, PR combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$29,276
Median home value
$145,900
Land area
1,438 sq mi
1,427 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
San Juan Municipio, PRCentral336,160$27,992$171,200
Bayamón Municipio, PRCentral182,469$31,354$149,100
Carolina Municipio, PRCentral152,204$36,958$157,600
Caguas Municipio, PRCentral125,586$31,379$151,000
Guaynabo Municipio, PRCentral89,378$46,731$226,800
Toa Baja Municipio, PRCentral73,039$32,017$148,900
Trujillo Alto Municipio, PRCentral67,088$40,055$164,500
Toa Alta Municipio, PRCentral66,320$35,241$163,900
Vega Baja Municipio, PRCentral53,892$24,244$122,700
Humacao Municipio, PRCentral50,100$27,038$120,100
Río Grande Municipio, PRCentral46,051$28,943$131,600
Canóvanas Municipio, PRCentral41,816$29,642$118,600
Cayey Municipio, PRCentral40,917$30,129$148,300
Gurabo Municipio, PRCentral40,228$42,216$158,500
Cidra Municipio, PRCentral39,643$29,246$153,900
Manatí Municipio, PRCentral38,943$22,683$120,500
San Lorenzo Municipio, PRCentral37,431$22,847$113,900
Juncos Municipio, PRCentral36,829$29,863$120,100
Dorado Municipio, PRCentral35,810$36,391$169,900
Las Piedras Municipio, PRCentral34,951$25,232$127,500
Vega Alta Municipio, PRCentral34,921$25,538$140,700
Corozal Municipio, PRCentral34,444$23,797$119,700
Fajardo Municipio, PROutlying31,489$25,563$121,400
Yabucoa Municipio, PRCentral29,400$22,944$97,800
Naranjito Municipio, PRCentral29,310$22,156$112,900
Barranquitas Municipio, PRCentral29,054$23,407$117,800
Morovis Municipio, PRCentral28,397$25,003$115,100
Aibonito Municipio, PROutlying24,636$21,744$124,100
Aguas Buenas Municipio, PRCentral23,614$23,072$144,000
Naguabo Municipio, PROutlying23,054$23,395$105,500
Loíza Municipio, PROutlying22,768$24,272$111,000
Barceloneta Municipio, PROutlying22,494$24,508$126,300
Cataño Municipio, PRCentral22,467$25,508$144,500
Orocovis Municipio, PRCentral21,309$20,302$100,500
Comerío Municipio, PRCentral18,711$17,134$97,400
Luquillo Municipio, PROutlying17,532$24,225$138,500
Ciales Municipio, PROutlying16,805$22,586$96,500
Florida Municipio, PROutlying11,532$22,332$111,000
Ceiba Municipio, PROutlying10,995$25,454$113,700
Maunabo Municipio, PRCentral10,399$18,045$99,900

Largest cities and towns

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Also in the San Juan-Bayamón, PR combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
37%
Unemployment
10%
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
$29,276
Mean Household Income
$46,892

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
46.9%
Female
53.1%

Population Split

Male46.9%
Female53.1%

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%
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
1,028,553
Median Rent
$623/mo
Median Home Value
$145,900
Median Year Built
1978

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
425,737
College Enrollment
26.8%
High School
22.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
29.4 min
Drive Alone Rate
81.0%
Public Transit
1.1%
Work From Home
6.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
16.0%
18-34 Years
22.6%
35-64 Years
38.3%
65+ Years
23.1%

Population Composition

Under 1816.0%
18-3422.6%
35-6438.3%
65+23.1%

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
$20,176
SNAP Usage
43.3%
Health Insurance
93.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k44.5%
$25k - $50k25.5%
$50k - $100k20.3%
$100k+9.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
7.7%
Retail Trade
12.6%
Education & Health Care
20.6%
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

93.7%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
98.2
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)