La Dolores, Puerto Rico

Río Grande · 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

La Dolores is a small town in Río Grande, Puerto Rico with a population of 3,534. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

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

Population3,534

Median Age46.1 yrs

Density5,355/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 Temp81°F (27°C)

Rain38.2 in/yr

Sunny Days354/yr

Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.3%

Population	3,534
Population Density	5,355 / sq mi
Elevation	49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates	18.3755°, -65.8557°
Timezone	America/Puerto_Rico
Country	🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
State / Province	Río Grande
Average Temperature	81°F (27°C)
January Average	76°F (25°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation	38.2 inches (969 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	46.1 years

Is La Dolores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Dolores 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. La Dolores 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

La Dolores has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 354 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches.

La Dolores has a population of 3,534 with a density of 5,355 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,534

Total Population

5,355

People / sq mi

46.1yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%

Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

La Dolores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

La Dolores vs U.S. Average

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

Income: La Dolores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$36,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.0%
	66% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	78.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Health Metrics: La Dolores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.1%
	28% above US avg
High Blood Pressure	42.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health


Depression	1.5%

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

La Dolores has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 354 sunny days per year.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	80.6°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	76°F (25°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	354 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.2 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation	49 ft (15 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density	5,355/sq mi
Coordinates	18.3755°N, 65.8557°W
Timezone	America/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 Density	5,355/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

La Dolores, Puerto Rico

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Economy

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Is La Dolores a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

La Dolores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

La Dolores vs U.S. Average

Income: La Dolores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: La Dolores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities