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El Puerto, Dominican Republic

San Pedro de Macorís · 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

El Puerto is a small town in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic with a population of 3,278. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,278 Population
400 ft Elevation 122 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
64.9 in Annual Rain
America / Santo Domingo Timezone
$10,630 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$10,630 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.7 / 5.0
11 violent crimes/100K (97% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $10,630
86% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 11/100K
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
41% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population3,278
Median Age28.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C+
Median Income$10,630
Per Capita$10,630
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.8%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent11/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder10.9/100K

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain64.9 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.6%
Population3,278
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Coordinates18.7833°, -69.4667°
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo
Country🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
State / ProvinceSan Pedro de Macorís
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation64.9 inches (1,649 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$10,630
Median Age28.1 years

Is El Puerto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Puerto receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. El Puerto has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Puerto is $10,630, 86% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

El Puerto is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Puerto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

El Puerto has a population of 3,278. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,278
Total Population
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

El Puerto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Puerto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Puerto is $10,630, which is 86% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,630 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Puerto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$10,630
86% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%
Renter-Occupied32.0%

Property Tax

In El Puerto, 29.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 49.1% have high blood pressure. 5.2% report binge drinking. 1.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 4.2% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: El Puerto vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure49.1%
COPD4.4%
Kidney Disease5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking5.2%
Depression1.5%
Mental Distress4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Premature Death174/100K

Food & Exercise

El Puerto has a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents, 97% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 10.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, El Puerto receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: El Puerto vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent10.9/100K
97% below US avg
Murder10.9/100K
73% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.7 / 5.0
El Puerto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.9 inches
71% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Coordinates18.7833°N, 69.4667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
March 76°F (25°C) 2.8 in
April 77°F (25°C) 4.6 in
May 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 8.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.9 in
November 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
December 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in

El Puerto has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (2.1").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. 84.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.7/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Puerto

What is the population of El Puerto?

El Puerto has a population of 3,278 residents and is located in Dominican Republic.. The median age of residents is 28.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is El Puerto expensive to live in?

El Puerto is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $10,630, 86% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is El Puerto safe?

El Puerto is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, El Puerto receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in El Puerto?

El Puerto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in El Puerto?

The unemployment rate in El Puerto is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in El Puerto?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in El Puerto?

15.0% of adults in El Puerto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Puerto?

The obesity rate in El Puerto is 29.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 1.5% of residents report depression.

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