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Arecibo zona urbana, PR

Puerto Rico · Arecibo Municipio · Metropolitan Area

Arecibo zona urbana is a mid-size city in Puerto Rico with a population of 40,255. Residents earn $21,984 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
40,255 Population 2,594/sq mi density
$21,984 Median Income $14,311 per capita
$110,900 Home Value $1,052,735 Zillow
$494 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
78°F Avg Temperature 356 sunny days/yr
2,772 Violent Crime/100K 9,039 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$21,984 median income, 7.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $494/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
2,772 violent crimes/100K (629% above avg)

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Full City Profile
Median Income $21,984
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 2,772/100K
629% higher than US avg
Median Rent $494
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.2%
224% higher than US avg

How Arecibo zona urbana Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population40,255
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density2,594/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

F
Median Income$21,984
Per Capita$14,311
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty40.2%
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$494
Ownership56.1%
Zillow$1,052,735
Housing Units20,120
Rent Burden27.3%

Crime

F
Violent2,772/100K
Property9,039/100K

Health

Obesity25.8%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

Bachelor's+N/A
High School+N/A
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.70

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband74.9%

Is Arecibo zona urbana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arecibo zona urbana receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Arecibo zona urbana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arecibo zona urbana is $21,984, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 40.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arecibo zona urbana is $110,900, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 2,772 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,039 per 100,000, 361% above the national average.

Education

Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Arecibo zona urbana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Arecibo zona urbana has a population of 40,255 with a density of 2,594 people per square mile, spread across 18.0 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (26.7%), with 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.6% of residents, while 93.3% speak Spanish. 3.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

40,255
Total Population
2,594
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
18.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Arecibo zona urbana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.6%
92% below US avg
Spanish 93.3%
596% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Arecibo zona urbana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arecibo zona urbana is $21,984, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,311 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $614, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,198 business establishments. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Arecibo zona urbana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,984
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,311
Avg Weekly Wage$614
Gini Index0.531 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.2%
224% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,198

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Arecibo zona urbana is $110,900, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,052,735, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $494 (58% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $496 for a one-bedroom to $574 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 20,120 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. 27.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,052,735

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$494
58% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$486
1 Bedroom$496
2 Bedrooms$574
3 Bedrooms$753
4 Bedrooms$864

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.1%
Owner-Occupied56.1%
Renter-Occupied43.9%
Housing Units20,120
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

In Arecibo zona urbana, 25.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%.

Health Metrics: Arecibo zona urbana vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%

Food & Exercise

Arecibo zona urbana has a violent crime rate of 2,772 per 100,000 residents, 629% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 9,039 per 100,000, 361% above the U.S. average. Overall, Arecibo zona urbana receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Arecibo zona urbana vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent2,771.8/100K
629% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property9,039.3/100K
361% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Arecibo zona urbana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area18.0 sq mi (46.5 km²)
Population Density2,594/sq mi
Coordinates18.4549°N, 66.7354°W
TimezoneAmerica/Puerto_Rico
CountyArecibo Municipio County
Nearest AirportLuis Munoz Marin International (SJU)
48 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.5"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Earthquake History

22,441 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 30, 2025.

Jan 13, 2014 61 km N of Hatillo, Puerto Rico M6.4 66 km
Jan 7, 2020 4 km SSE of Indios, Puerto Rico M6.4 56 km
Sep 24, 2019 67 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M6.0 89 km
Jan 11, 2020 5 km SE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico M5.9 58 km
Jan 6, 2020 14 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico M5.8 66 km
May 16, 2010 4 km E of Moca, Puerto Rico M5.8 36 km
Jan 7, 2020 11 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico M5.6 63 km
May 15, 2024 92 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.6 116 km
Jan 7, 2020 0 km NW of Magas Arriba, Puerto Rico M5.6 48 km
Dec 11, 2000 65 km N of Isabela, Puerto Rico M5.5 80 km
Feb 4, 2008 Puerto Rico region M5.5 66 km
May 2, 2020 6 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico M5.4 58 km
Jul 3, 2020 9 km SSE of La Parguera, Puerto Rico M5.3 68 km
Nov 23, 1992 28 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.3 56 km
Jan 15, 2020 Puerto Rico region M5.2 67 km
Jan 10, 2020 4 km S of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico M5.2 60 km
Jan 11, 2020 19 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico M5.2 70 km
Aug 14, 2009 92 km N of Suárez, Puerto Rico M5.1 139 km
Mar 12, 2009 66 km N of Brenas, Puerto Rico M5.1 79 km
Sep 24, 2019 59 km N of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.1 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erin (2025, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erin Category 4 227 km
2024 Ernesto Category 1 168 km
2022 Fiona Category 2 64 km
2019 Dorian Category 1 137 km
2017 Maria Category 5 16 km
2017 Irma Category 5 100 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 3 259 km
2011 Irene Category 1 39 km
2010 Earl Category 4 183 km
2008 Omar Category 4 254 km
2004 Frances Category 4 241 km
2004 Jeanne Category 1 134 km
2000 Debby Category 1 83 km
1999 Lenny Category 4 221 km
1998 Georges Category 3 43 km
1998 Bonnie Category 1 300 km
1996 Bertha Category 3 125 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 54 km
1995 Luis Category 4 264 km
1995 Marilyn Category 3 115 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

29 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1. Total: 1 injury.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 16, 2023 EF1 50 km 0
May 1, 2022 EF1 1 km 0
Aug 30, 1974 EF1 81 km 0
May 5, 1969 EF1 69 km 0
Jun 7, 1962 EF1 57 km 0
Aug 9, 2023 EF0 38 km 0
Mar 16, 2023 EF0 96 km 0
Sep 30, 2019 EF0 62 km 0
Jul 27, 2019 EF0 55 km 0
Mar 26, 2017 EF0 75 km 0
Nov 18, 2016 EF0 27 km 0
Oct 1, 2013 EF0 50 km 0
Sep 13, 2012 EF0 25 km 0
Aug 7, 2011 EF0 39 km 0
Aug 25, 2009 EF0 42 km 0
Aug 6, 2007 EF0 50 km 0
Jun 15, 2006 EF0 50 km 0
Jun 22, 2005 EF0 41 km 0
Oct 16, 2004 EF0 50 km 0
Oct 4, 2002 EF0 50 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.1 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1918 PUERTO RICO: MONA PASSAGE Eruption + Earthquake 6.1 m 144 55 km
2020 PUERTO RICO Earthquake 0.1 m 4 56 km
1918 PUERTO RICO Earthquake — — 51 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CAMPAMENTO SANTIAGO (3,927 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 CAMPAMENTO SANTIAGO 3,927 69 km
2007 UNNAMED 3,896 68 km
2005 UNNAMED 1,888 74 km
2005 PISTA DE SALINAS CARR 3 1,137 67 km
2005 UNNAMED 725 85 km
2007 CARR 304 606 61 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in
February 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
April 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in
May 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 8.0 in
November 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.0 in

Arecibo zona urbana has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (2.8").

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Arecibo zona urbana is located in Arecibo Municipio County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. 74.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 86% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.70

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,594/sq mi
Total Area18.0 sq mi
CountyArecibo Municipio County

Services

Broadband Access74.9%
Avg Download Speed103.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home6.3%
Average costs for common services in Arecibo zona urbana. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Top Industries in Arecibo Municipio

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,614 57 $39,379 1.88
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,578 250 $31,191 1.06
Retail Trade 2,436 259 $24,829 1.04
Accommodation & Food Services 1,460 119 $15,268 0.68
Educational Services 774 21 $27,959 1.60
Finance & Insurance 585 36 $40,081 0.61
Construction 571 57 $25,420 0.46
Other Services 341 61 $17,799 0.48
Administrative & Waste Services 338 40 $30,660 0.24
Information & Technology 194 13 $28,974 0.44
Real Estate 96 32 $35,904 0.26
Arts & Entertainment 32 3 $17,342 0.08

Hospitals in Arecibo zona urbana

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
HOSPITAL PAVIA ARECIBO Acute Care Hospitals — Yes (787) 650-7272

Radio Stations near Arecibo zona urbana

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Echo 355 (PR) acustic, alternative MP3
Salseo Radio (PR) — MP3 192 kbps
Radio Paraiso 92.9 FM (PR) christian, christmas music AAC+ 128 kbps
Isla Rock (PR) rock en espanol MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Arecibo zona urbana

3 national parks and monuments found near Arecibo zona urbana.

ParkTypeFee
Cavernas del Río Camuy State Park Free
Parque Nacional Punta Guilarte State Park Free
San Juan National Historic Site National Historic Site $10

Farmers Markets in Arecibo zona urbana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Centro Agropecuario de San Sebastian Puerto Rico (ADEA)Carr. 111 Km. 18 Bo. BahomameyFri: 12:00 AM-9:00 PM;
El Mercado Familiar01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
El Mercado Familiar01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Bridges in Arecibo zona urbana

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198019728,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198030628,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198030828,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198010728,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198010728,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198019726,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19744,89926,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198021615,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198022015,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19744,92115,350F
Tee BeamConcrete19633414,100F
SlabConcrete19552814,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19673,18013,200P
SlabConcrete19493312,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20043,27610,750F
CulvertConcrete1955219,700P
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1955719,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19202611,600P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19791,138500P

Superfund Sites Near Arecibo zona urbana

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
PREPA - CAMBALACHE POWER STATIONPR-2 KM 73.5 ISLOTE WARDARECIBO

Airports Near Arecibo zona urbana

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Luis Munoz Marin International AirportSJULarge Airport
Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol AirportAREMedium Airport
Eugenio Maria De Hostos AirportMAZMedium Airport
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci AirportSIGMedium Airport
Mercedita International AirportPSEMedium Airport
Rafael Hernández International AirportBQNMedium Airport
Adjuntas Airport—Small Airport
Boqueron Airport—Small Airport
Cocal Airport—Small Airport
Cuylers Airport—Small Airport
Fort Allen Airport—Small Airport
Labadle Airport—Small Airport
Lajas Airpark—Small Airport
Patillas Airport—Small Airport
Santa Isabel Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Arecibo zona urbana

13 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Comandancia Regional de Utuado
Cuartel de la Policía de Florida - Agente Samuel Pellot VendrellCarretera Benito de Jesús Negrón
Cuartel de la Policía de JayuyaCarretera 532
Cuartel de la Policía de Utuado II Agte. Francisco J. "Pancho" Ralat SáezPR-602
Cuartel de la Policia Estatal
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de AreciboAvenida Ingeniero Manuel T. Guillán Urdáz
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de CamuyCalle del Cuartel
Cuartel de la Policía Municipal de Florida Sargento Miguel Girona RiveraCamino Florida
Cuartel de la Policía Municipal de Manatí Ernesto RiveraCarretera Militar
Police station
Policía Municipal de Barceloneta
Unidad Marítima de Fura
Unidad Marítima de Recursos Naturales

Post Offices in Arecibo zona urbana

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Arecibo Post Office
USPS - Arecibo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arecibo zona urbana

What is the population of Arecibo zona urbana?

Arecibo zona urbana has a population of 40,255 residents and is located in Puerto Rico. The population density is 2,594 people per square mile, spread across 18.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Arecibo zona urbana expensive to live in?

Arecibo zona urbana has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $21,984, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,900 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Arecibo zona urbana safe?

Public safety is a concern in Arecibo zona urbana, with a violent crime rate of 2,772 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,039 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Arecibo zona urbana receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Arecibo zona urbana?

Arecibo zona urbana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Arecibo zona urbana?

The unemployment rate in Arecibo zona urbana is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $614. There are 1,198 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Arecibo zona urbana?

The median home value in Arecibo zona urbana is $110,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,052,735. For renters, the median monthly rent is $494. Fair market rent is $496 for a 1-bedroom and $574 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.1%.

How are the schools in Arecibo zona urbana?

Schools in Arecibo zona urbana score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Arecibo zona urbana?

The obesity rate in Arecibo zona urbana is 25.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%).

What is transportation like in Arecibo zona urbana?

The average commute in Arecibo zona urbana is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Arecibo zona urbana?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Arecibo zona urbana is 26.7% White, 2% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.3% speak Spanish. 3.5% of the population are military veterans. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

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