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

Population2,349

Median Age46.1 yrs

Density1,545/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 Temp80°F (26°C)

Rain45.4 in/yr

Sunny Days354/yr

Elevation433 ft (132 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.3%

Population	2,349
Population Density	1,545 / sq mi
Elevation	433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates	18.3947°, -66.2677°
Timezone	America/Puerto_Rico
Country	🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
State / Province	Dorado
Average Temperature	80°F (26°C)
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation	45.4 inches (1,152 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	46.1 years

Is Río Lajas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Río Lajas 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. Río Lajas 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

Río Lajas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 75°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 45.4 inches.

Río Lajas has a population of 2,349 with a density of 1,545 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,349

Total Population

1,545

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

Río Lajas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Río Lajas vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Río Lajas 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 Río Lajas, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 1.5% report depression.

Health Metrics: Río Lajas 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

Río Lajas has an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. The area enjoys 354 sunny days per year.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	79.6°F
	47% above US avg
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	354 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.4 inches
	19% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation	433 ft (132 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density	1,545/sq mi
Coordinates	18.3947°N, 66.2677°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	1,545/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Río Lajas, Puerto Rico

People

Economy

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Climate

Education

Community

Is Río Lajas a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Río Lajas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Río Lajas vs U.S. Average

Income: Río Lajas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Río Lajas 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

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