Vieques zona urbana, PR

Puerto Rico

Vieques zona urbana is a small town in Puerto Rico with a population of 2,056. Residents earn $15,536 per year, which is 79% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,056 Population 3,545/sq mi density
$15,536 Median Income $6,537 per capita
N/A Home Value
$432 Median Rent
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$15,536 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$432/mo rent
Median Income $15,536
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $432
63% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 60.8%
390% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,056
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density3,545/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

C
Median Income$15,536
Per Capita$6,537
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty60.8%
Commute12 min

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$432
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation17 ft

Education

Bachelor's+N/A
High School+N/A

Community

Commute12 min

Is Vieques zona urbana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vieques zona urbana receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Vieques zona urbana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vieques zona urbana is $15,536, 79% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 60.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Vieques zona urbana has a population of 2,056 with a density of 3,545 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (14.1%), with 6.3% Black.

Population

2,056
Total Population
3,545
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Vieques zona urbana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vieques zona urbana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vieques zona urbana is $15,536, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 60.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Vieques zona urbana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,536
79% below US avg
Per Capita Income$6,537
Avg Weekly Wage$527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate60.8%
390% above US avg
Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.3 min
Work from Home22.7%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $432 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$432
63% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Vieques zona urbana vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density3,545/sq mi
Coordinates18.1485°N, 65.4440°W
County FIPS72147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent.

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,545/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.3 min
Work from Home22.7%

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