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Ponce zona urbana, PR

Puerto Rico · Juana Díaz Municipio · Metropolitan Area

Ponce zona urbana is a large city in Puerto Rico with a population of 109,765. Residents earn $18,650 per year, which is 75% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
109,765 Population 3,872/sq mi density
$18,650 Median Income $14,584 per capita
$109,900 Home Value $1,052,735 Zillow
$506 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent
80°F Avg Temperature 355 sunny days/yr
2,772 Violent Crime/100K 9,039 property/100K
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$18,650 median income, 5.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$109,900 home value, $506/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 $18,650
75% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 2,772/100K
629% higher than US avg
Median Rent $506
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.1%
280% higher than US avg

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

People

Population109,765
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density3,872/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

D
Median Income$18,650
Per Capita$14,584
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty47.1%
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$109,900
Rent$506
Ownership66.0%
Zillow$1,052,735
Housing Units55,565
Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

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

Health

Obesity25.8%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

Bachelor's+
High School+
Graduate+10.0%
School Score5.70

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband81.8%

Is Ponce zona urbana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponce zona urbana receives an overall livability score of 2.0 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. Ponce zona urbana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ponce zona urbana is $18,650, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 47.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ponce zona urbana is $109,900, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $506 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

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

Ponce zona urbana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 355 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Ponce zona urbana has a population of 109,765 with a density of 3,872 people per square mile, spread across 45.8 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54% female and 46% male. The city is predominantly White (43.2%), with 5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 7.2% of residents, while 92.6% speak Spanish. 1.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

109,765
Total Population
3,872
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
45.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponce zona urbana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 7.2%
91% below US avg
Spanish 92.6%
591% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ponce zona urbana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponce zona urbana is $18,650, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,584 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $631, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 47.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 378 business establishments. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 4.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ponce zona urbana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$18,650
75% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,584
Avg Weekly Wage$631
Gini Index0.482 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate47.1%
280% above US avg
Establishments (County)378

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ponce zona urbana is $109,900, 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 $506 (56% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $496 for a one-bedroom to $574 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 55,565 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. 33.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,052,735

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$506
56% below US avg
Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units55,565
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

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

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)

PM2.5
8.6
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
13.8
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
0.7
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
57.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.2
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
107.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%

Food & Exercise

Ponce 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, Ponce zona urbana receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Ponce 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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Ponce zona urbana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 34.0 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area45.8 sq mi (118.6 km²)
Population Density3,872/sq mi
Coordinates17.9997°N, 66.6237°W
TimezoneAmerica/Puerto_Rico
CountyJuana Díaz Municipio County
Nearest AirportLuis Munoz Marin International (SJU)
51 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.0"
11% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Earthquake History

19,251 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 30, 2025.

Jan 7, 2020 4 km SSE of Indios, Puerto Rico M6.4 20 km
Jan 13, 2014 61 km N of Hatillo, Puerto Rico M6.4 118 km
Sep 24, 2019 67 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M6.0 138 km
Jan 11, 2020 5 km SE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico M5.9 25 km
May 16, 2010 4 km E of Moca, Puerto Rico M5.8 65 km
Jan 6, 2020 14 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico M5.8 25 km
Jan 7, 2020 11 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico M5.6 16 km
Jan 7, 2020 0 km NW of Magas Arriba, Puerto Rico M5.6 16 km
Dec 11, 2000 65 km N of Isabela, Puerto Rico M5.5 131 km
Feb 4, 2008 Puerto Rico region M5.5 118 km
May 2, 2020 6 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico M5.4 13 km
Aug 1, 1993 68 km SSE of Emajagua, Puerto Rico M5.3 117 km
Jul 3, 2020 9 km SSE of La Parguera, Puerto Rico M5.3 42 km
Nov 23, 1992 28 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.3 101 km
Jan 15, 2020 Puerto Rico region M5.2 43 km
Jan 11, 2020 19 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico M5.2 27 km
Jan 10, 2020 4 km S of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico M5.2 28 km
Mar 12, 2009 66 km N of Brenas, Puerto Rico M5.1 122 km
Sep 24, 2019 59 km N of San Antonio, Puerto Rico M5.1 129 km
Feb 4, 2020 15 km SSE of Guánica, Puerto Rico M5.0 32 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 4 270 km
2024 Ernesto Category 1 220 km
2022 Fiona Category 1 37 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 290 km
2019 Dorian Category 1 155 km
2017 Maria Category 5 45 km
2017 Irma Category 5 141 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 3 285 km
2011 Irene Category 1 71 km
2010 Earl Category 4 225 km
2008 Omar Category 4 209 km
2004 Frances Category 4 284 km
2004 Jeanne Category 1 160 km
2000 Debby Category 1 124 km
1999 Lenny Category 4 169 km
1999 Jose Category 1 299 km
1998 Georges Category 3 31 km
1996 Bertha Category 3 163 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 29 km
1995 Luis Category 4 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

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

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 16, 2023 EF1 73 km 0
May 1, 2022 EF1 53 km 0
Aug 30, 1974 EF1 72 km 0
May 5, 1969 EF1 65 km 0
Jun 7, 1962 EF1 65 km 0
Aug 9, 2023 EF0 71 km 0
Mar 16, 2023 EF0 81 km 0
Sep 30, 2019 EF0 67 km 0
Jul 27, 2019 EF0 42 km 0
Mar 26, 2017 EF0 76 km 0
Nov 18, 2016 EF0 50 km 0
Oct 1, 2013 EF0 70 km 0
Sep 13, 2012 EF0 41 km 0
Aug 7, 2011 EF0 65 km 0
Aug 25, 2009 EF0 77 km 0
Aug 6, 2007 EF0 66 km 0
Jun 15, 2006 EF0 68 km 0
Jun 22, 2005 EF0 74 km 0
Oct 16, 2004 EF0 68 km 0
Oct 4, 2002 EF0 68 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 98 km
2020 PUERTO RICO Earthquake 0.1 m 4 20 km
1918 PUERTO RICO Earthquake — — 79 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 38 km
2007 UNNAMED 3,896 37 km
2005 UNNAMED 1,888 44 km
2005 PISTA DE SALINAS CARR 3 1,137 33 km
2005 UNNAMED 725 53 km
2007 CARR 304 606 44 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in
April 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in
May 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
June 82°F (28°C) 2.7 in
July 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in

Ponce zona urbana has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (0.8").

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Ponce zona urbana is located in Juana Díaz Municipio County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 10.0% 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. 81.8% of households have broadband internet access. 84% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Graduate Degree+10.0%
School Test Score5.70

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density3,872/sq mi
Total Area45.8 sq mi
CountyJuana Díaz Municipio County

Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Avg Download Speed69.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed400 Mbps

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home4.9%
Average costs for common services in Ponce 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Juana Díaz Municipio

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,630 29 $41,803 4.38
Retail Trade 1,087 87 $21,755 1.49
Construction 297 31 $22,012 0.77
Professional & Technical Services 137 18 $71,697 0.27
Finance & Insurance 136 10 $43,503 0.46
Real Estate 68 10 $25,151 0.60
Wholesale Trade 54 13 $25,133 0.19
Transportation & Warehousing 20 4 $12,072 0.06

Radio Stations near Ponce zona urbana

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WKAQ 580 (PR) news AAC+ 63 kbps
LA X (PR) — OGG 48 kbps
Fidelity 95.7 (PR) — AAC+ 96 kbps
Echo 355 (PR) acustic, alternative MP3
Isla Rock (PR) rock en espanol MP3 128 kbps
La X 100.7 FM (PR) pop, reggaeton OGG 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Ponce zona urbana

22 campgrounds found near Ponce zona urbana.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Área de Acampar María Soto — — Free
Aura Tiñosa — — Free
Aventureo PR Campsite Guajataca — — Free
Bienteveo — — Free
Campamento Prebisteriano El Guacio — — Free
Comeñame — — Free
El Jilguero — — Free
Falcón Común — — Free
Guajataka Scout Reservation — — Free
Julián Chivi — — Free
La Boba — — Free
La Llorosa — — Free
La Rosa — — Free
Lago Lucchetti — — Free
Los Viveros — — Free
Pájaro Carpintero — — Free
Paseo Isamar Campers — — Free
Reina Mora — — Free
Reinita Común — — Free
Reinita del Bosque Enano — — Free
Reinita Mariposera — — Free
Susua Forest — — Free

National Parks Near Ponce zona urbana

104 national parks and monuments found near Ponce zona urbana.

ParkTypeFee
Área Recreativa José Pepe Díaz Free
Bahía Urbana Free
Bastión Isabel II Free
Caparra Heights Park Free
Cavernas del Río Camuy State Park Free
Colegio Nuestra Señora de la Piedad School Park Free
Complejo Deportivo de Torrimar Cnel. Ramón Barquín López Free
Estrella del Norte Free
Jardín Botánico de la Universidad de Puerto Rico Free
Jardín Botánico de la Universidad de Puerto Rico Free
Jardín Botánico y Escultórico del Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico Free
Jardín de la Princesa Free
Luis A. Ferré Science Park Free
Malecón Alcalde Edwin "Amolao" Rivera Sierra Free
Parque Alturas de Torrimar Free
Parque Borinquen Free
Parque Buenavista Free
Parque Caparra Hills Free
Parque Central de los Niños Free
Parque Central Dr. Hernán Padilla Free
Parque Centro de Convenciones Free
Parque Centro de Convenciones Free
Parque Crissy González Free
Parque de la Beneficencia Free
Parque de la Libertad Free
Parque de la Merced Free
Parque de las Palomas Free
Parque de Recreo Landrau Free
Parque de Santurce Teófilo "Teo" Cruz Downs Free
Parque del Centenario Free
Parque del Indio Free
Parque del Tercer Milenio Free
Parque Dolores Cruz Free
Parque Dr. José Celso Barbosa Free
Parque Dr. José Narciso Gándara Cartagena Free
Parque Elías "Jun-Jun" Dávila Pesquera Free
Parque Emmanueli Free
Parque Estrella Free
Parque Fraigcomar Free
Parque Isabel La Católica Free
Parque Jesús Toribio Piñero Free
Parque La Ventana al Mar Free
Parque Las Lomas Willie Colón Free
Parque Lineal Enrique Martí Coll Free
Parque Los Ramírez Free
Parque Luis Muñoz Marín Free
Parque Luis Muñoz Rivera Free
Parque Manolo Muñiz Free
Parque Nacional Isla de Cabras Free
Parque Nacional Julio Enrique Monagas Free
Parque Nacional Profesor Jaime Benítez Rexach Free
Parque Nacional Punta Guilarte State Park Free
Parque Pasivo de Oriente Free
Parque Pasivo Eurípides Rubio Free
Parque Recreativo Coqui 2 Free
Parque Recreativo El Vedado Free
Parque Recreativo John Fucile Free
Parque Recreativo La Esperanza "José Álvarez Brunet" Free
Parque Recreativo Vista del Mar Free
Parque Reece B. Bothwell Free
Parque Río Bayamón Free
Parque Robert Junghanns Free
Parque San Luis Rey Free
Parque Santander Free
Parque Santiago Iglesias Pantín Free
Parque Santiago Iglesias Pantín Free
Parque Summit Hills Free
Parque Tintillo Free
Parque Truman Free
Parque Urbano Riviera Free
Parque Villa Nevárez Free
Parque Villa Verde / Garden Hills Norte Free
Parquecito de Miramar Free
Paseo de los Presidentes Free
Paseo Lineal Río Bayamón Free
Paseo Puerta de Tierra Free
Placita Andy Montañez Free
Placita Ismael Rivera Free
Placita Pda 25 Free
Placita Roosevelt Free
Plaza Antonia Quiñones Free
Plaza Antonio R. Barceló Free
Plaza Arturo Somohano Free
Plaza Dársenas Free
Plaza de la Convalecencia Free
Plaza de la Libertad Free
Plaza de los Salseros Free
Plaza del Ancla Free
Plaza del Inmigrante Free
Plaza del Quinto Centenario Free
Plaza del Recreo de Cataño Free
Plaza del Recreo de Cataño Free
Plaza del Soportal Free
Plaza Felisa Rincón de Gautier Free
Plaza Licenciado Eugenio María de Hostos Free
Plaza Rafael Cordero Free
Plaza Rafael Hernández Marín Free
Plaza Robles Free
Plaza Román Baldorioty de Castro Free
Plaza Salvador Brau Free
Plaza Simón Bolívar Free
Rotonda de Floral Park Free
San Juan National Historic Site Free
San Juan National Historic Site National Historic Site $10

Trails Near Ponce zona urbana

3 trails found near Ponce zona urbana.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
Cascada El Ancón — — — —
Vereda Caballa — — — —
Trail 30 Vereda Caballa — — — —

Museums in Ponce zona urbana

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Canales
Casa de la Historia Ramón Rivera García "Bonyé"
Casa de la Masacre de Ponce
Centro Ceremonial Indígena de Tibes
Museo Amaury Veray Torregrosa
Museo Casa del Pueblo
Museo de Arqueología, Historia y Epigrafía de Guayanilla
Museo de Arte de Ponce
Museo de la Historia de Ponce
Museo de la masacre de Ponce
Museo de Tibes
Museo El Cemí
Museo Francisco Pancho Coimbre
Parque de Bombas

Libraries in Ponce zona urbana

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Adelina Coppin Alvarado0.0
Biblioteca Encarnación Valdés0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Guayanilla0.0
Biblioteca Municipal e Infantil Mariana Suárez de Longo0.0
Bibloteca Maestra Daisy Muñoz Rodríguez0.0
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico Ponce Campus Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ponce zona urbana

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 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 FamiliarFri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Mercado Agrcola Natural de Ponce34 Calle Aurora03/21/2015 to 12/12/2015Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;YesVisit
Plaza de Mercado Reina Isabel II
Plaza del Mercado

Stadiums & Teams in Ponce zona urbana

TeamLeagueDivision

Bridges in Ponce zona urbana

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199567951,907F
SlabConcrete continuous19656545,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198847639,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198818938,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19962,22733,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198819332,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200786928,400G
SlabConcrete continuous195113527,400F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete197840327,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201315727,200G
CulvertConcrete20104727,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201016927,200G
CulvertConcrete19903526,800F
SlabConcrete continuous19656526,800F
SlabConcrete continuous19619822,950F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199610321,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197412620,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199314020,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196930020,400P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196930020,400P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20088320,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete200744519,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19962,77118,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199612218,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199519518,800P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19961,09918,800P
CulvertConcrete19963418,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199213617,900P
SlabConcrete continuous19619813,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19869212,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19964839,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19964839,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19961639,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19961639,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19961,7829,400F
SlabConcrete1948979,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19961699,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19331958,800P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1990948,400F
SlabConcrete continuous19601608,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19872358,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19941797,500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1997365,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1913491,300P
CulvertConcrete continuous199951200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198685200G

Superfund Sites Near Ponce zona urbana

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CEMEX DE PUERTO RICO INCPR-10PONCE
ECOELECTRICA - COGENERATION PLANT AND LNG TERMINALPR-337 KM 3.7PENUELAS

Airports Near Ponce 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 Ponce zona urbana

32 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Comandancia de la Policía - PonceAvenida Los Caobos
Comandancia de la Policía - Ponce
Cuartel de la Policia
Cuartel de la Policia
Cuartel de la Policía de Jayuya
Cuartel de la Policía de JayuyaCarretera 532
Cuartel de la Policía de Peñuelas Efrén Rogelio Lucca Cruz
Cuartel de la Policía de Peñuelas Efrén Rogelio Lucca CruzCarretera Cedro / Calle Pedro Velázquez Díaz
Cuartel de la Policía de Ponce Este - Precinto Jorge Brenes Escobar
Cuartel de la Policía de Ponce Este - Precinto Jorge Brenes EscobarCalle Villa
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de Adjuntas
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de AdjuntasCalle Rodolfo González
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de GuayanillaCalle Luis Muñoz Rivera
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de Guayanilla
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de Yauco
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de Yauco
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de Yauco Brigadier General Salvador T. Roig
Cuartel de la Policía Estatal de Yauco Brigadier General Salvador T. RoigAvenida Pedro Albizu Campos
Cuartel de la Policía Muncipal de Ponce Sgto. Rurico Rivera Orengo / Sgto. Félix Rivera Collazo
Cuartel de la Policía Muncipal de Ponce Sgto. Rurico Rivera Orengo / Sgto. Félix Rivera Collazo
Cuartel de la Policía Municipal de Yauco Agente Alfred Zanyet PérezCalle 7
Cuartel de la Policía Municipal de Yauco Agente Alfred Zanyet Pérez
FURA
FURA
Negociado de Drogas y Narcóticos Comandante Román Rodríguez Frank
Negociado de Drogas y Narcóticos Comandante Román Rodríguez FrankAvenida Los Caobos
Negociado de Transporte Tte. Luz Soto Segarra
Negociado de Transporte Tte. Luz Soto Segarra
Police Station
Police Station
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Customs and Border Protection60 Calle Pedro García Luciano

Post Offices in Ponce zona urbana

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correos de Ponce

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ponce zona urbana

What is the population of Ponce zona urbana?

Ponce zona urbana has a population of 109,765 residents and is located in Puerto Rico. The population density is 3,872 people per square mile, spread across 45.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54% female and 46% male.

Is Ponce zona urbana expensive to live in?

Ponce 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 $18,650, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,900 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $506 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Ponce zona urbana safe?

Public safety is a concern in Ponce 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, Ponce zona urbana receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ponce zona urbana?

Ponce zona urbana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Ponce zona urbana?

The unemployment rate in Ponce zona urbana is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $631. There are 378 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 4.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ponce zona urbana?

The median home value in Ponce zona urbana is $109,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,052,735. For renters, the median monthly rent is $506. Fair market rent is $496 for a 1-bedroom and $574 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

How are the schools in Ponce zona urbana?

Schools in Ponce zona urbana score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ponce zona urbana?

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

What is transportation like in Ponce zona urbana?

The average commute in Ponce zona urbana is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ponce zona urbana?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ponce zona urbana is 43.2% White, 5% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 7.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 92.6% speak Spanish. 1.7% of the population are military veterans. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

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