Toa Alta, Puerto Rico

Toa Alta · Puerto Rico

Toa Alta is a small town in Toa Alta, Puerto Rico with a population of 4,483. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

4,483 Population 163/sq mi density

82 ft Elevation 25 meters

81°F Avg Temperature 27°C

38.2 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

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$36,981 median income, 6.0% unemployment

Affordability

4.2 / 5.0

$800/mo rent

Safety

2.1 / 5.0

15 violent crimes/100K (96% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

28.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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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

Population4,483

Median Age46.1 yrs

Density163/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median Income$36,981

Per Capita$36,981

Unemployment6.0%

Poverty43.4%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$800

Ownership62.0%

Crime

Violent15/100K

PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%

UninsuredN/A

Depression1.5%

Heart Disease10.1%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.2 in/yr

Sunny Days354/yr

Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.3%

Population	4,483
Population Density	163 / sq mi
Elevation	82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates	18.3883°, -66.2482°
Timezone	America/Puerto_Rico
Country	🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
State / Province	Toa Alta
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 Household Income	$36,981
Median Age	46.1 years

Is Toa Alta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toa Alta 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. Toa Alta has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toa Alta 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

Toa Alta 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

Toa Alta 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Toa Alta has a population of 4,483 with a density of 163 people per square mile, spread across 27.4 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

4,483

Total Population

163

People / sq mi

46.1yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

27.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%

Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Toa Alta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Toa Alta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toa Alta 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: Toa Alta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.0%
	66% above US avg
Poverty Rate	43.4%
	250% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	78.30 (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

Homeownership	62.0%
Owner-Occupied	62.0%
Renter-Occupied	38.0%

Property Tax

In Toa Alta, 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: Toa Alta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.1%
	28% above US avg
Heart Disease	10.1%
High Blood Pressure	42.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health


Depression	1.5%
Mental Distress	5.4%

Healthcare Access


Premature Death	101/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Toa Alta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	14.6/100K
	96% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.1 / 5.0

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Toa Alta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

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

Geography

Elevation	82 ft (25 m)
Area	27.4 sq mi (71.1 km²)
Population Density	163/sq mi
Coordinates	18.3883°N, 66.2482°W
Timezone	America/Puerto_Rico

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"

0% below US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Aug) 8.03"

Driest Month (Feb) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Earthquake History

22,455 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	94 km
Jan 7, 2020	4 km SSE of Indios, Puerto Rico	M6.4	76 km
Sep 24, 2019	67 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico	M6.0	132 km
Jan 11, 2020	5 km SE of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico	M5.9	80 km
May 16, 2010	4 km E of Moca, Puerto Rico	M5.8	87 km
Jan 6, 2020	14 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico	M5.8	84 km
Jan 7, 2020	0 km NW of Magas Arriba, Puerto Rico	M5.6	69 km
Jan 7, 2020	11 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico	M5.6	75 km
Dec 11, 2000	65 km N of Isabela, Puerto Rico	M5.5	118 km
Feb 4, 2008	Puerto Rico region	M5.5	99 km
May 2, 2020	6 km S of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico	M5.4	71 km
Jul 3, 2020	9 km SSE of La Parguera, Puerto Rico	M5.3	97 km
Nov 23, 1992	28 km NNW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico	M5.3	105 km
Aug 1, 1993	68 km SSE of Emajagua, Puerto Rico	M5.3	124 km
Jan 10, 2020	4 km S of Maria Antonia, Puerto Rico	M5.2	84 km
Jan 11, 2020	19 km S of Indios, Puerto Rico	M5.2	85 km
Jan 15, 2020	Puerto Rico region	M5.2	97 km
Mar 12, 2009	66 km N of Brenas, Puerto Rico	M5.1	77 km
Aug 14, 2009	92 km N of Suárez, Puerto Rico	M5.1	111 km
Sep 24, 2019	59 km N of San Antonio, Puerto Rico	M5.1	123 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 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	218 km
2024	Ernesto	Category 1	196 km
2022	Fiona	Category 1	95 km
2019	Dorian	Category 1	97 km
2017	Maria	Category 5	22 km
2017	Irma	Category 5	90 km
2014	Gonzalo	Category 3	227 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	29 km
2010	Earl	Category 4	168 km
2008	Omar	Category 4	206 km
2004	Frances	Category 4	231 km
2004	Jeanne	Category 1	186 km
2000	Debby	Category 1	70 km
1999	Lenny	Category 4	188 km
1999	Jose	Category 1	261 km
1998	Georges	Category 3	22 km
1996	Bertha	Category 3	104 km
1996	Hortense	Category 1	81 km
1995	Luis	Category 4	227 km
1995	Marilyn	Category 3	83 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	133 km
1918	PUERTO RICO: MONA PASSAGE	Eruption + Earthquake	6.1 m	144	105 km
1868	VIRGIN ISLANDS	Earthquake	1.5 m	—	125 km
2020	PUERTO RICO	Earthquake	0.1 m	4	76 km
1918	PUERTO RICO	Earthquake	—	—	102 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

7 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CAMPAMENTO SANTIAGO (3,927 ac, 2005).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2005	CAMPAMENTO SANTIAGO	3,927	40 km
2007	UNNAMED	3,896	40 km
2005	UNNAMED	1,888	42 km
2005	PISTA DE SALINAS CARR 3	1,137	43 km
2005	UNNAMED	725	50 km
2013	PUERTO NEGRO	631	99 km
2007	CARR 304	606	95 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	76°F (25°C)	5.0 in
February	75°F (24°C)	3.1 in	Coldest, Driest
March	75°F (24°C)	3.5 in
April	77°F (25°C)	4.7 in
May	79°F (26°C)	8.0 in
June	80°F (27°C)	5.4 in
July	83°F (28°C)	6.9 in	Warmest
August	81°F (27°C)	8.0 in	Wettest
September	80°F (27°C)	6.4 in
October	80°F (27°C)	6.5 in
November	78°F (26°C)	7.6 in
December	76°F (24°C)	6.6 in

Toa Alta has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (3.1").

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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 Density	163/sq mi
Total Area	27.4 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	87.3%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Toa Alta

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 Toa Alta

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra	Placita Roosevelt, Calle Federico Calder	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Sun: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
El Mercado Familiar		01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
EL MERCADO FAMILIAR		01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
El Mercado Familiar		01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
El Mercado Familiar		01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
El Mercado Familiar		01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;
El Mercado Familiar		01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Mercado Agricola Natural Viejo San Juan	150 Norzagaray St	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Narranjito farmers market group 787-544-3311		01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Sat: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sun: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;	Yes

Airports Near Toa Alta

12 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport	SJU	Large Airport
Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport	ARE	Medium Airport
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport	SIG	Medium Airport
José Aponte de la Torre Airport	NRR	Medium Airport
Mercedita International Airport	PSE	Medium Airport
Adjuntas Airport	—	Small Airport
Cocal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cuylers Airport	—	Small Airport
Dr Hermenegildo Ortiz Quinones Airport	HUC	Small Airport
Fort Allen Airport	—	Small Airport
Patillas Airport	—	Small Airport
Santa Isabel Airport	—	Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Toa Alta

What is the population of Toa Alta?

Toa Alta has a population of 4,483 residents and is located in Puerto Rico. The population density is 163 people per square mile, spread across 27.4 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 Toa Alta expensive to live in?

Toa Alta 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 Toa Alta safe?

Toa Alta 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, Toa Alta receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Toa Alta?

Toa Alta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Toa Alta?

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

How much does housing cost in Toa Alta?

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

How are the schools in Toa Alta?

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

How healthy is Toa Alta?

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

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People 4/10

Economy 4/13

Housing 3/17

Health 6/26

Crime & Safety 1/12

Climate & Environment 8/19

Community 4/14

Cost of Services 0/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 3/6

Places & Facilities 3/32

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