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Betances, Puerto Rico

Cabo Rojo · 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

Betances is a small town in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico with a population of 835. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
835 Population 6,423/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
46.6 in Annual Rain
America / Puerto Rico Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg

People

Population835
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density6,423/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,981
Unemployment6.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.3%
Population835
Population Density6,423 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates18.0286°, -67.1349°
TimezoneAmerica/Puerto_Rico
Country🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
State / ProvinceCabo Rojo
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation46.6 inches (1,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.1 years

Is Betances a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Betances receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Betances offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Betances has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 354 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches.

Betances has a population of 835 with a density of 6,423 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

835
Total Population
6,423
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Betances vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Betances vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Betances is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Betances vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Betances, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 1.5% report depression.

Health Metrics: Betances vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
High Blood Pressure42.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Depression1.5%

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Betances has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. The area enjoys 354 sunny days per year.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density6,423/sq mi
Coordinates18.0286°N, 67.1349°W
TimezoneAmerica/Puerto_Rico
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,423/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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