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Mariano Colón, Puerto Rico

Coamo · Puerto Rico

Mariano Colón is a small town in Coamo, Puerto Rico with a population of 2,387. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,387 Population 1,602/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
America / Puerto Rico Timezone
$36,981 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$36,981 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$800/mo rent
C
Safety
2.1 / 5.0
15 violent crimes/100K (96% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $36,981
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 15/100K
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.4%
250% higher than US avg

People

Population2,387
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,602/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

D
Median Income$36,981
Per Capita$36,981
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty43.4%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$800
Ownership62.0%

Crime

C
Violent15/100K
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression1.5%
Heart Disease10.1%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.3%
Population2,387
Population Density1,602 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates18.0233°, -66.3324°
TimezoneAmerica/Puerto_Rico
Country🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
State / ProvinceCoamo
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (840 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$36,981
Median Age46.1 years

Is Mariano Colón a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mariano Colón is $36,981, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 43.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Mariano Colón is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 15 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

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

Mariano Colón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mariano Colón has a population of 2,387 with a density of 1,602 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. 25.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,387
Total Population
1,602
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mariano Colón vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mariano Colón vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mariano Colón is $36,981, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,981. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 43.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mariano Colón vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,981
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate43.4%
250% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 62.0% of housing units are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.0%
Owner-Occupied62.0%
Renter-Occupied38.0%

Property Tax

In Mariano Colón, 41.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. Heart disease affects 10.1% of residents, above the national average. 42.6% have high blood pressure. 1.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 5.4% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Mariano Colón vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Heart Disease10.1%
High Blood Pressure42.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Depression1.5%
Mental Distress5.4%

Healthcare Access

Premature Death101/100K

Food & Exercise

Mariano Colón has a violent crime rate of 15 per 100,000 residents, 96% below the national average of 380. Overall, Mariano Colón receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Mariano Colón vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent14.6/100K
96% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.1 / 5.0
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Mariano Colón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 83°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 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density1,602/sq mi
Coordinates18.0233°N, 66.3324°W
TimezoneAmerica/Puerto_Rico

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Earthquake History

18,967 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 30, 2025.

Jan 13, 2014 61 km N of Hatillo, Puerto Rico M6.4 124 km
Jan 7, 2020 4 km SSE of Indios, Puerto Rico M6.4 51 km
Jan 11, 2020 5 km SE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico M5.9 55 km
Jan 6, 2020 14 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico M5.8 54 km
May 16, 2010 4 km E of Moca, Puerto Rico M5.8 89 km
Jan 7, 2020 11 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico M5.6 44 km
Jan 7, 2020 0 km NW of Magas Arriba, Puerto Rico M5.6 47 km
Dec 11, 2000 65 km N of Isabela, Puerto Rico M5.5 143 km
Feb 4, 2008 Puerto Rico region M5.5 127 km
May 2, 2020 6 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico M5.4 43 km
Aug 1, 1993 68 km SSE of Emajagua, Puerto Rico M5.3 95 km
Nov 23, 1992 28 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.3 119 km
Jul 3, 2020 9 km SSE of La Parguera, Puerto Rico M5.3 72 km
Jan 11, 2020 19 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico M5.2 54 km
Jan 15, 2020 Puerto Rico region M5.2 73 km
Jan 10, 2020 4 km S of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico M5.2 59 km
Mar 12, 2009 66 km N of Brenas, Puerto Rico M5.1 116 km
Sep 24, 2019 59 km N of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.1 145 km
Jan 18, 1999 42 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.0 132 km
Jan 7, 2020 14 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico M5.0 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erin Category 4 259 km
2024 Ernesto Category 1 228 km
2022 Fiona Category 1 65 km
2019 Dorian Category 1 131 km
2017 Maria Category 5 24 km
2017 Irma Category 5 132 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 3 261 km
2011 Irene Category 1 50 km
2010 Earl Category 4 206 km
2008 Omar Category 4 190 km
2004 Frances Category 4 273 km
2004 Jeanne Category 1 187 km
2000 Debby Category 1 111 km
1999 Lenny Category 4 162 km
1999 Jose Category 1 268 km
1998 Georges Category 3 20 km
1996 Bertha Category 3 140 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 50 km
1995 Luis Category 4 261 km
1995 Marilyn Category 3 116 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.2 m (50 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1867 VIRGIN ISLANDS Earthquake 15.2 m 24 142 km
1918 PUERTO RICO: MONA PASSAGE Eruption + Earthquake 6.1 m 144 118 km
1868 VIRGIN ISLANDS Earthquake 1.5 m — 131 km
2020 PUERTO RICO Earthquake 0.1 m 4 51 km
1918 PUERTO RICO Earthquake — — 104 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 7 km
2007 UNNAMED 3,896 6 km
2005 UNNAMED 1,888 13 km
2005 PISTA DE SALINAS CARR 3 1,137 3 km
2005 UNNAMED 725 23 km
2007 CARR 304 606 75 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
February 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 2.4 in
April 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
May 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in
July 83°F (29°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in
September 77°F (25°C) 7.9 in
October 76°F (24°C) 8.7 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in

Mariano Colón has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (2.2").

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28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 87.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,602/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access87.3%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Mariano Colón

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Casa Pueblo community news, environment MP3 48 kbps
WRPG-DB Pura Gracia cristiana, musica cristiana MP3 128 kbps
WKAQ 580 news AAC+ 63 kbps
Hot 102 mainstream, pop music AAC+ 96 kbps
LA X — OGG 48 kbps
Fidelity 95.7 — AAC+ 96 kbps
Echo 355 acustic, alternative MP3
WPAB 550 PONCE spanish pop, spanish talk MP3 128 kbps
WAPA RADIO — MP3 128 kbps
OldiVille 70 80 hits, 70s disco MP3
Isla Rock rock en espanol MP3 128 kbps
La X 100.7 FM pop, reggaeton OGG 48 kbps
Radio Isla 1320 AM (WSKN 1320 AM) — MP3 128 kbps
WIAC 740 AM — MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Mariano Colón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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 FamiliarPlaza Publica01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;
El Mercado Familiar01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;
El Mercado Familiar06/19/2015 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
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 FamiliarFri: 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
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
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

Superfund Sites Near Mariano Colón

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
AES PUERTO RICO, LPCARRETERA #3, KM. 142GUAYAMA MUNICIPIO

Airports Near Mariano Colón

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Luis Munoz Marin International AirportSJULarge Airport
Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol AirportAREMedium Airport
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci AirportSIGMedium Airport
José Aponte de la Torre AirportNRRMedium Airport
Mercedita International AirportPSEMedium Airport
Adjuntas Airport—Small Airport
Cocal Airport—Small Airport
Cuylers Airport—Small Airport
Dr Hermenegildo Ortiz Quinones AirportHUCSmall Airport
Fort Allen Airport—Small Airport
Labadle Airport—Small Airport
Lajas Airpark—Small Airport
Patillas Airport—Small Airport
Santa Isabel Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mariano Colón

What is the population of Mariano Colón?

Mariano Colón has a population of 2,387 residents and is located in Puerto Rico. The population density is 1,602 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Mariano Colón expensive to live in?

Mariano Colón is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $36,981, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Mariano Colón safe?

Mariano Colón is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 15 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Mariano Colón receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mariano Colón?

Mariano Colón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Mariano Colón?

The unemployment rate in Mariano Colón is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Mariano Colón?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 62.0%.

How are the schools in Mariano Colón?

28.0% of adults in Mariano Colón hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mariano Colón?

The obesity rate in Mariano Colón is 41.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 1.5% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Mariano Colón comunidad, PR 1,781 pop · 0.4 mi Parcelas Peñuelas 1,132 pop · 1.8 mi Las Ochenta 1,199 pop · 2.8 mi Las Ochenta comunidad, PR 1,010 pop · 2.9 mi Palmarejo 1,087 pop · 3.1 mi Salinas 6,375 pop · 3.9 mi Salinas zona urbana, PR 4,448 pop · 3.9 mi El Ojo 1,713 pop · 4.1 mi El Ojo comunidad, PR 1,770 pop · 4.1 mi Coamo 11,940 pop · 4.3 mi Coamo zona urbana, PR 9,504 pop · 4.3 mi Jauca 1,838 pop · 4.3 mi Jauca comunidad, PR 1,388 pop · 4.8 mi Coco 5,803 pop · 4.9 mi
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