Arecibo, PR

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Arecibo Overview

40,485
TOTAL POPULATION
18,945
MALE POPULATION
21,540
FEMALE POPULATION
87.95
MALES / 100 FEMALES
113.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$13,305
PER CAPITA INCOME
$27,716
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$20,520
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
9.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
90.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,967
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,307
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
41.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
19.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Arecibo Zip Codes

Arecibo Area Codes

Race in Arecibo

The most populous races in Arecibo are Hispanic or Latino (40,243 | 99.4%), White / Caucasian (15,115 | 37.3%), and Two or more Races (13,516 | 33.4%).
Race in Arecibo
Race# Population% Population
Asian5041.2%
Black / African American1,1212.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino40,24399.4%
Native / Alaskan20.0%
White / Caucasian15,11537.3%
Two or more Races13,51633.4%
Some other Race10,22725.3%
Total40,485100.0%

Ancestry in Arecibo

The most populous ancestries reported in Arecibo are Puerto Rican (39,740 | 98.2%), Thai (607 | 1.5%), American (513 | 1.3%), Dominican (286 | 0.7%), and Cuban (92 | 0.2%), together accounting for 101.9% of all Arecibo residents.
Ancestry in Arecibo
Ancestry# Population% Population
African230.1%
American5131.3%
Arab240.1%
Basque60.0%
Central American360.1%
Central American Indian430.1%
Colombian490.1%
Cuban920.2%
Danish200.1%
Dominican2860.7%
French480.1%
German70.0%
Honduran160.0%
Italian510.1%
Mexican170.0%
Norwegian100.0%
Panamanian200.1%
Puerto Rican39,74098.2%
South American560.1%
Spaniard10.0%
Spanish American Indian140.0%
Subsaharan African230.1%
Thai6071.5%
Venezuelan70.0%
West Indian330.1%
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Immigrants in Arecibo

Immigrants in Arecibo
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Arecibo

Sex and Age in Arecibo

The most populous age groups in Arecibo are 10 to 14 Years (1,462 | 7.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,688 | 7.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Arecibo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years846 (4.5%)881 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years899 (4.8%)1,119 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Years1,462 (7.7%)710 (3.3%)
15 to 19 Years1,131 (6.0%)999 (4.6%)
20 to 24 Years1,110 (5.9%)1,542 (7.2%)
25 to 29 Years1,449 (7.6%)1,535 (7.1%)
30 to 34 Years1,187 (6.3%)1,033 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Years1,029 (5.4%)1,305 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years1,001 (5.3%)1,072 (5.0%)
45 to 49 Years1,083 (5.7%)1,016 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years1,281 (6.8%)1,396 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years1,372 (7.2%)1,688 (7.8%)
60 to 64 Years876 (4.6%)1,261 (5.9%)
65 to 69 Years1,037 (5.5%)1,371 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years1,044 (5.5%)1,400 (6.5%)
75 to 79 Years987 (5.2%)1,201 (5.6%)
80 to 84 Years598 (3.2%)1,085 (5.0%)
85 Years and over553 (2.9%)926 (4.3%)
Total18,945 (100.0%)21,540 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Arecibo

Median Family Size in Arecibo

The median family size in Arecibo is 3.39 persons per family, with single male/father families (807 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.77 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (5,124 | 53.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.29 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Arecibo
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple5,124 (53.9%)3.29
Single Male/Father807 (8.5%)3.77
Single Female/Mother3,578 (37.6%)3.44
Total Families9,509 (100.0%)3.39

Median Household Size in Arecibo

The median household size in Arecibo is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (807 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.25 persons per household. non-family households (5,958 | 38.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Arecibo
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple5,124 (33.1%)3.29
Single Male/Father807 (5.2%)4.25
Single Female/Mother3,578 (23.1%)3.58
Non-family5,958 (38.5%)1.13
Total Households15,467 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Arecibo

Out of a total of 15,467 households in Arecibo, 9,509 (61.5%) are family households, while 5,958 (38.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,511, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,455.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Arecibo
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-5,455 (35.3%)
2-Person Households4,511 (29.2%)460 (3.0%)
3-Person Households2,575 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households1,861 (12.0%)43 (0.3%)
5-Person Households535 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households27 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,509 (61.5%)5,958 (38.5%)

Female Fertility in Arecibo

Fertility by Age in Arecibo

Average fertility rate in Arecibo is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Arecibo
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years34 (9.7%)34.0
20 to 34 years290 (82.9%)71.0
35 to 50 years26 (7.4%)7.0
Total350 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Arecibo

41.1% of women with births (350) in Arecibo are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 50.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Arecibo
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years144 (49.7%)146 (50.3%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total144 (41.1%)206 (58.9%)

Fertility by Education in Arecibo

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Arecibo
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School39 (11.1%)50.0
High School Diploma26 (7.4%)12.0
College or Associate's Degree221 (63.1%)65.0
Bachelor's Degree64 (18.3%)34.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total350 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Arecibo

58.9% of women with births in Arecibo are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 52.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Arecibo
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree115 (52.0%)106 (48.0%)
Bachelor's Degree29 (45.3%)35 (54.7%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total144 (41.1%)206 (58.9%)

Income in Arecibo

Income Overview in Arecibo

Per Capita Income in Arecibo is $13,305, while median incomes of families and households are $27,716 and $20,520 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income40,485$13,305
Median Family Income9,509$27,716
Mean Family Income9,509$36,762
Median Household Income15,467$20,520
Mean Household Income15,467$29,971
Income Deficit9,509$11,967
Wage / Income Gap (%)40,4859.64%
Wage / Income Gap ($)40,48590.36¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index40,4850.55

Earnings by Sex in Arecibo

Average Earnings in Arecibo are $17,893, $18,562 for men and $16,772 for women, a difference of 9.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Arecibo
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,080 (54.7%)$18,562
Female5,860 (45.3%)$16,772
Total12,940 (100.0%)$17,893

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Arecibo

The most common earnings brackets in Arecibo are $17,500 to $19,999 for men (803 | 11.3%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (677 | 11.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Arecibo
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less647 (9.1%)392 (6.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999471 (6.7%)480 (8.2%)
$5,000 to $7,499349 (4.9%)336 (5.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999321 (4.5%)677 (11.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499331 (4.7%)198 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,999348 (4.9%)504 (8.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499732 (10.3%)484 (8.3%)
$17,500 to $19,999803 (11.3%)469 (8.0%)
$20,000 to $22,499389 (5.5%)309 (5.3%)
$22,500 to $24,999346 (4.9%)351 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999641 (9.0%)317 (5.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999228 (3.2%)268 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $39,999324 (4.6%)394 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999269 (3.8%)163 (2.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999120 (1.7%)100 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999109 (1.5%)65 (1.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999259 (3.7%)110 (1.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99955 (0.8%)62 (1.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999172 (2.4%)33 (0.6%)
$100,000+166 (2.3%)148 (2.5%)
Total7,080 (100.0%)5,860 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Arecibo

Average earnings in Arecibo are $19,377 for men and $18,668 for women, a difference of 3.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,962, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $10,885. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $38,494, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $9,344.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Arecibo
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$10,885$10,329
High School Diploma$17,022$9,344
College or Associate's Degree$19,468$14,702
Bachelor's Degree$23,497$23,060
Graduate Degree$41,962$38,494
Total$19,377$18,668

Family Income in Arecibo

Family Income Brackets in Arecibo

According to the Arecibo family income data, there are 2,140 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 76 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Arecibo
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,14022.5%
$10,000 to $14,9998088.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991,47415.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991,42615.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991,40714.8%
$50,000 to $74,9991,29313.6%
$75,000 to $99,9995045.3%
$100,000 to $149,9993043.2%
$150,000 to $199,999760.8%
$200,000+760.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Arecibo

5-person families (337 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Arecibo with $50,078 per family, while 2-person families (4,804 | 50.5%) have the highest median income of $12,608 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Arecibo
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families4,804 (50.5%)$25,217
3-Person Families2,674 (28.1%)$20,561
4-Person Families1,667 (17.5%)$40,210
5-Person Families337 (3.5%)$50,078
6-Person Families27 (0.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total9,509 (100.0%)$27,716

Family Income by Number of Earners in Arecibo

The median family income in Arecibo is $27,716, with families comprising 3+ earners (174) having the highest median family income of $79,200, while families with no earners (4,027) have the lowest median family income of $14,885, accounting for 1.8% and 42.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Arecibo
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners4,027 (42.3%)$14,885
1 Earner3,198 (33.6%)$26,274
2 Earners2,110 (22.2%)$44,921
3+ Earners174 (1.8%)$79,200
Total9,509 (100.0%)$27,716

Household Income in Arecibo

Household Income Brackets in Arecibo

With 4,733 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Arecibo, accounting for 30.6% of all households. In contrast, only 77 households (0.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Arecibo
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004,73330.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991,4859.6%
$15,000 to $24,9992,76917.9%
$25,000 to $34,9991,94912.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991,77911.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,64010.6%
$75,000 to $99,9996194.0%
$100,000 to $149,9993252.1%
$150,000 to $199,999770.5%
$200,000+1080.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Arecibo

The median household income in Arecibo is $20,520, with the highest median household income of $22,699 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,187 households (33.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 406 households (2.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Arecibo
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years406 (2.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years3,991 (25.8%)$20,434
45 to 64 Years5,187 (33.5%)$22,699
65+ Years5,883 (38.0%)$20,324
Total15,467 (100.0%)$20,520

Poverty in Arecibo

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Arecibo

With 42.5% poverty level for males and 46.1% for females among the residents of Arecibo, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 176 males (86.7%) and 655 females (74.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Arecibo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years571 (67.7%)655 (74.6%)
5 Years176 (86.7%)45 (32.9%)
6 to 11 Years906 (68.4%)902 (72.7%)
12 to 14 Years472 (57.9%)148 (32.7%)
15 Years122 (41.5%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years147 (58.8%)301 (52.3%)
18 to 24 Years919 (55.0%)1,054 (55.7%)
25 to 34 Years799 (30.8%)1,425 (55.5%)
35 to 44 Years476 (24.3%)1,049 (44.6%)
45 to 54 Years772 (32.9%)927 (38.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,263 (56.6%)1,070 (36.4%)
65 to 74 Years613 (29.6%)1,003 (36.3%)
75 Years and over731 (34.4%)1,279 (40.3%)
Total7,967 (42.5%)9,858 (46.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Arecibo

According to the poverty statistics in Arecibo, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 75.7% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Arecibo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years272 (32.3%)223 (25.4%)
5 Years27 (13.3%)92 (67.1%)
6 to 11 Years419 (31.6%)338 (27.3%)
12 to 14 Years343 (42.1%)304 (67.3%)
15 Years172 (58.5%)43 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years103 (41.2%)275 (47.7%)
18 to 24 Years752 (45.0%)839 (44.3%)
25 to 34 Years1,798 (69.2%)1,141 (44.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,483 (75.7%)1,302 (55.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,572 (67.1%)1,459 (61.2%)
55 to 64 Years968 (43.4%)1,869 (63.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,459 (70.4%)1,761 (63.7%)
75 Years and over1,397 (65.6%)1,895 (59.7%)
Total10,765 (57.5%)11,541 (53.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Arecibo

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Arecibo show that 24.0% or 1,232 of the total 5,124 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 39.0%, comprising of 37 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 23.5%, which includes 871 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Arecibo
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,835 (76.5%)871 (23.5%)
1 or 2 Children999 (75.5%)324 (24.5%)
3 or 4 Children58 (61.1%)37 (39.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,892 (76.0%)1,232 (24.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Arecibo

According to the poverty data in Arecibo, 37.4% or 302 single-father households and 68.3% or 2,444 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Arecibo
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children156 (34.0%)562 (36.7%)
1 or 2 Children104 (34.0%)1,665 (91.7%)
3 or 4 Children42 (100.0%)205 (94.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total302 (37.4%)2,444 (68.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Arecibo

The poverty data for Arecibo shows that 1,232 of the married-couple family households (24.0%) and 2,746 of the single-parent households (62.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (39.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Arecibo
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children871 (23.5%)718 (36.1%)
1 or 2 Children324 (24.5%)1,769 (83.4%)
3 or 4 Children37 (39.0%)247 (95.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total1,232 (24.0%)2,746 (62.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Arecibo

Employment by Class of Employer in Arecibo

Among the 10,965 employed individuals in Arecibo, private company employees (7,277 | 66.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (1,190 | 10.8%), and state government employees (1,180 | 10.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Arecibo
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7,27766.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3132.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,19010.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations3283.0%
Local Government Employees4944.5%
State Government Employees1,18010.8%
Federal Government Employees1781.6%
Unpaid Family Workers50.1%
Total10,965100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Arecibo

According to the labor force statistics for Arecibo, out of the total population over 16 years of age (34,227), 41.8% or 14,307 individuals are in the labor force, with 19.3% or 2,761 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 78.5% or 1,743 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 46.1% or 205 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Arecibo
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years445 (24.9%)205 (46.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,559 (58.8%)504 (32.3%)
25 to 29 Years2,232 (74.8%)520 (23.3%)
30 to 34 Years1,743 (78.5%)329 (18.9%)
35 to 44 Years3,177 (72.1%)356 (11.2%)
45 to 54 Years2,937 (61.5%)602 (20.5%)
55 to 59 Years1,135 (37.1%)173 (15.2%)
60 to 64 Years459 (21.5%)28 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years466 (9.6%)31 (6.7%)
75 Years and over171 (3.2%)18 (10.7%)
Total14,307 (41.8%)2,761 (19.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Arecibo

According to labor force statistics for Arecibo, 59.7% of individuals (11,692) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (19,584) are in the labor force, with 17.2% or 2,011 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 70.8% or 4,470 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 39.3% or 200 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Arecibo
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School510 (25.5%)786 (39.3%)
High School Diploma2,975 (54.3%)1,282 (23.4%)
College / Associate Degree3,731 (64.4%)881 (15.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,470 (70.8%)770 (12.2%)
Total11,692 (59.7%)3,368 (17.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Arecibo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Arecibo are Community & Social Service (1,126 | 9.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (866 | 7.5%), Health Technologists (732 | 6.4%), Management (653 | 5.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (547 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Arecibo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Arecibo, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (75.9%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (74.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (77.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Arecibo
OccupationMaleFemale
Management400 (61.3%)253 (38.7%)
Business & Financial126 (48.3%)135 (51.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science99 (71.2%)40 (28.8%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering77 (70.0%)33 (30.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science22 (75.9%)7 (24.1%)
Community & Social Service 560 (49.7%)566 (50.3%)
Education, Arts & Media125 (50.0%)125 (50.0%)
Legal Services & Support14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library185 (33.8%)362 (66.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment236 (74.9%)79 (25.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating221 (25.5%)645 (74.5%)
Health Technologists164 (22.4%)568 (77.6%)
Total (Category)1,406 (46.2%)1,639 (53.8%)
Total (Overall)6,177 (53.6%)5,342 (46.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Arecibo are Security & Protection (815 | 7.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (777 | 6.8%), Law Enforcement (491 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (418 | 3.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (324 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Arecibo

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Arecibo, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.2%), Security & Protection (79.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (73.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.0%), Healthcare Support (64.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Arecibo
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support101 (35.8%)181 (64.2%)
Security & Protection650 (79.7%)165 (20.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention227 (70.1%)97 (29.9%)
Law Enforcement423 (86.2%)68 (13.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving331 (42.6%)446 (57.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance307 (73.4%)111 (26.6%)
Personal Care & Service28 (15.0%)158 (85.0%)
Total (Category)1,417 (57.2%)1,061 (42.8%)
Total (Overall)6,177 (53.6%)5,342 (46.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Arecibo are Sales & Related (1,414 | 12.3%), and Office & Administration (1,407 | 12.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Arecibo

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Arecibo
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related541 (38.3%)873 (61.7%)
Office & Administration212 (15.1%)1,195 (84.9%)
Total (Category)753 (26.7%)2,068 (73.3%)
Total (Overall)6,177 (53.6%)5,342 (46.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Arecibo are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (437 | 3.8%), Construction & Extraction (413 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (110 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Arecibo

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Arecibo
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction395 (95.6%)18 (4.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair437 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)942 (98.1%)18 (1.9%)
Total (Overall)6,177 (53.6%)5,342 (46.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Arecibo are Production (1,352 | 11.7%), Transportation (450 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (413 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Arecibo

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Arecibo
OccupationMaleFemale
Production951 (70.3%)401 (29.7%)
Transportation383 (85.1%)67 (14.9%)
Material Moving325 (78.7%)88 (21.3%)
Total (Category)1,659 (74.9%)556 (25.1%)
Total (Overall)6,177 (53.6%)5,342 (46.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Arecibo

Employment Industries in Arecibo

The major employment industries in Arecibo include Manufacturing (1,755 | 15.2%), Retail Trade (1,674 | 14.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,533 | 13.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,236 | 10.7%), and Public Administration (996 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Arecibo

Employment Industries by Sex in Arecibo

The Arecibo industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (90.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (87.3%), Finance & Insurance (84.4%), and Educational Services (74.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Arecibo
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction461 (90.6%)48 (9.4%)
Manufacturing1,200 (68.4%)555 (31.6%)
Wholesale Trade131 (85.1%)23 (14.9%)
Retail Trade891 (53.2%)783 (46.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing177 (79.4%)46 (20.6%)
Utilities149 (73.4%)54 (26.6%)
Information19 (12.8%)130 (87.3%)
Finance & Insurance46 (15.7%)248 (84.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing59 (76.6%)18 (23.4%)
Professional & Scientific225 (70.5%)94 (29.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support422 (67.5%)203 (32.5%)
Educational Services241 (25.2%)714 (74.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance476 (31.0%)1,057 (69.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services421 (34.1%)815 (65.9%)
Public Administration630 (63.2%)366 (36.7%)
Total6,177 (53.6%)5,342 (46.4%)

Education in Arecibo

School Enrollment in Arecibo

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,753 students in Arecibo are college / undergraduate (2,356 | 26.9%), elementary school (1,795 | 20.5%), and middle school (1,711 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in Arecibo
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6006.9%
Kindergarten3293.8%
Elementary School1,79520.5%
Middle School1,71119.6%
High School1,55917.8%
College / Undergraduate2,35626.9%
Graduate / Professional4034.6%
Total8,753100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Arecibo

Out of a total of 8,753 students who are enrolled in schools in Arecibo, 3,020 (34.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,733 (65.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 265 (79.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,587 (79.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Arecibo
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds378 (68.7%)172 (31.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,587 (79.1%)419 (20.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,549 (71.3%)623 (28.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds774 (67.7%)370 (32.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds365 (49.7%)369 (50.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds914 (65.4%)484 (34.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds95 (22.8%)321 (77.2%)
35 Years and over68 (20.4%)265 (79.6%)
Total5,733 (65.5%)3,020 (34.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Arecibo

Business (2,485 | 28.4%), education (1,757 | 20.1%), science & technology (882 | 10.1%), arts & humanities (819 | 9.3%), and bio, nature & agricultural (794 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 8,758 individuals in Arecibo who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Arecibo
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1802.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7949.1%
Physical & Health Sciences3283.7%
Psychology2212.5%
Social Sciences4054.6%
Engineering4415.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology88210.1%
Business2,48528.4%
Education1,75720.1%
Literature & Languages370.4%
Liberal Arts & History1391.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1301.5%
Communications1401.6%
Arts & Humanities8199.3%
Total8,758100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Arecibo

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Arecibo

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Arecibo are males with 2 vehicles (2,527, accounting for 43.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,926, making up 50.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Arecibo
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle159 (2.7%)99 (2.0%)
1 Vehicle1,378 (23.4%)1,290 (25.7%)
2 Vehicles2,527 (43.0%)1,926 (38.3%)
3 Vehicles1,345 (22.9%)1,356 (27.0%)
4 Vehicles400 (6.8%)314 (6.2%)
5 or more Vehicles71 (1.2%)44 (0.9%)
Total5,880 (100.0%)5,029 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Arecibo

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Arecibo are 15 to 19 minutes (1,978 commuters, 19.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,706 commuters, 16.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,516 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Arecibo
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2592.5%
5 to 9 Minutes1,30512.6%
10 to 14 Minutes1,70616.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1,97819.2%
20 to 24 Minutes1,51614.7%
25 to 29 Minutes5425.2%
30 to 34 Minutes1,39913.5%
35 to 39 Minutes950.9%
40 to 44 Minutes2652.6%
45 to 59 Minutes3863.7%
60 to 89 Minutes5235.1%
90 or more Minutes3563.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Arecibo

The most common commute times in Arecibo are 15 to 19 minutes (979 commuters, 17.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (999 commuters, 21.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Arecibo
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes113 (2.0%)146 (3.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes792 (14.0%)513 (11.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes804 (14.2%)902 (19.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes979 (17.3%)999 (21.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes929 (16.4%)587 (12.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes180 (3.2%)362 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes717 (12.7%)682 (14.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes46 (0.8%)49 (1.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes186 (3.3%)79 (1.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes235 (4.2%)151 (3.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes441 (7.8%)82 (1.8%)
90 or more Minutes239 (4.2%)117 (2.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Arecibo

The most frequent times of departure to work in Arecibo are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (765, 13.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (924, 19.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Arecibo
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM540 (9.5%)131 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM286 (5.1%)81 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM447 (7.9%)278 (5.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM225 (4.0%)241 (5.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM478 (8.4%)314 (6.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM764 (13.5%)924 (19.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM765 (13.5%)820 (17.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM571 (10.1%)241 (5.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM186 (3.3%)351 (7.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM171 (3.0%)343 (7.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM256 (4.5%)17 (0.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM95 (1.7%)170 (3.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM345 (6.1%)453 (9.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM532 (9.4%)305 (6.5%)
Total5,661 (100.0%)4,669 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Arecibo

Occupancy by Ownership in Arecibo

Of the total 15,467 dwellings in Arecibo, owner-occupied units account for 8,797 (56.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,670 (43.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Arecibo
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units8,79756.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6,67043.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units15,467100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Arecibo

Occupancy by Household Size in Arecibo
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5,45535.3%
2-Person Household4,97132.1%
3-Person Household2,57516.7%
4+ Person Household2,46615.9%
Total Housing Units15,467100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Arecibo

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Arecibo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,853 (52.3%)2,602 (47.7%)
2-Person Household3,180 (64.0%)1,791 (36.0%)
3-Person Household1,326 (51.5%)1,249 (48.5%)
4+ Person Household1,438 (58.3%)1,028 (41.7%)
Total Housing Units8,797 (56.9%)6,670 (43.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Arecibo

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Arecibo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,546 (53.8%)1,326 (46.2%)
High School Diploma2,258 (47.6%)2,481 (52.3%)
College/Associate Degree2,024 (56.1%)1,586 (43.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,969 (69.9%)1,277 (30.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Arecibo

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Arecibo
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,52516.3%
35 to 44 Years1,87212.1%
45 to 54 Years2,47116.0%
55 to 64 Years2,71617.6%
65 to 74 Years2,63517.0%
75 to 84 Years2,47416.0%
85 Years and Over7745.0%
Total15,467100.0%

Housing Finances in Arecibo

Median Income by Occupancy in Arecibo

Median Income by Occupancy in Arecibo
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied8,797 (56.9%)$28,119
Renter-Occupied6,670 (43.1%)$10,225
Average15,467 (100.0%)$20,520

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Arecibo

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Arecibo
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000766 (8.7%)2,393 (35.9%)
$5,000 to $9,999678 (7.7%)902 (13.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999773 (8.8%)707 (10.6%)
$15,000 to $19,999818 (9.3%)543 (8.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999894 (10.2%)510 (7.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,359 (15.4%)591 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,192 (13.6%)588 (8.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,322 (15.0%)312 (4.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999550 (6.2%)65 (1.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999261 (3.0%)59 (0.9%)
$150,000 or more184 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,797 (100.0%)6,670 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Arecibo

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Arecibo
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004,657 (52.9%)823 (12.3%)
$300 to $4991,027 (11.7%)1,206 (18.1%)
$500 to $7991,815 (20.6%)1,167 (17.5%)
$800 to $999511 (5.8%)165 (2.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499570 (6.5%)86 (1.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999194 (2.2%)13 (0.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more23 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,797 (100.0%)6,670 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Arecibo

Housing Structures in Arecibo

Housing Structures in Arecibo
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached12,20178.9%
Single Unit, Attached7634.9%
2 Unit Apartments1150.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3582.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6324.1%
10 or more Apartments1,3778.9%
Mobile Home / Other210.1%
Total15,467100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Arecibo

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Arecibo
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached8,317 (68.2%)3,884 (31.8%)
Single Unit, Attached330 (43.2%)433 (56.8%)
2 Unit Apartments26 (22.6%)89 (77.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments15 (4.2%)343 (95.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments65 (10.3%)567 (89.7%)
10 or more Apartments34 (2.5%)1,343 (97.5%)
Mobile Home / Other10 (47.6%)11 (52.4%)
Total8,797 (56.9%)6,670 (43.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Arecibo

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Arecibo
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room67 (0.8%)104 (1.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms213 (2.4%)974 (14.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms4,791 (54.5%)4,350 (65.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms3,035 (34.5%)1,219 (18.3%)
8 or more Rooms691 (7.9%)23 (0.3%)
Total8,797 (100.0%)6,670 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Arecibo

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Arecibo
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas114 (1.3%)10 (0.2%)
Electricity1,187 (13.5%)238 (3.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene10 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels39 (0.4%)8 (0.1%)
No Fuel Used7,447 (84.7%)6,414 (96.2%)
Total8,797 (100.0%)6,670 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Arecibo

Household Vehicle Usage in Arecibo
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle785 (8.9%)1,736 (26.0%)
1 Vehicle3,518 (40.0%)3,097 (46.4%)
2 Vehicles2,955 (33.6%)1,291 (19.4%)
3 or more Vehicles1,539 (17.5%)546 (8.2%)
Total8,797 (100.0%)6,670 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Arecibo

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Arecibo

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5,5373,260
Median Property Value$100,400$116,300
Median Household Income$24,983$58
Monthly Housing Costs$163$23
Real Estate Taxes$626$3,106

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Arecibo

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Arecibo
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000591 (10.7%)28 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $99,9992,163 (39.1%)1,113 (34.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,562 (46.3%)2,059 (63.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99999 (1.8%)60 (1.8%)
$500,000 to $749,99979 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9995 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more38 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,537 (100.0%)3,260 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Arecibo

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Arecibo
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,070 (19.3%)10 (0.3%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,701 (30.7%)374 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999949 (17.1%)784 (24.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999565 (10.2%)410 (12.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999739 (13.4%)627 (19.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999283 (5.1%)583 (17.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999104 (1.9%)267 (8.2%)
$150,000 or more126 (2.3%)157 (4.8%)
Total5,537 (100.0%)3,260 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Arecibo

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Arecibo
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,114 (20.1%)36,360 (1,115.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x794 (14.3%)795 (24.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x691 (12.5%)701 (21.5%)
4.0x or more2,723 (49.2%)296 (9.1%)
Total5,537 (100.0%)3,260 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Arecibo

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Arecibo
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800313 (5.7%)55 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,499111 (2.0%)77 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,499120 (2.2%)61 (1.9%)
Total5,537 (100.0%)3,260 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Arecibo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Arecibo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Arecibo
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,969 (95.5%)92 (4.5%)
6 to 18 Years5,253 (96.1%)212 (3.9%)
19 to 25 Years3,578 (94.9%)193 (5.1%)
26 to 34 Years3,904 (86.9%)590 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years3,784 (87.8%)528 (12.2%)
45 to 54 Years4,149 (87.9%)569 (12.1%)
55 to 64 Years4,816 (93.1%)354 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years4,824 (99.8%)12 (0.3%)
75 Years and older5,237 (98.8%)65 (1.2%)
Total37,514 (93.5%)2,615 (6.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Arecibo

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Arecibo
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,969 (95.5%)92 (4.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,253 (96.1%)212 (3.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,578 (94.9%)193 (5.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Arecibo

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Arecibo
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00017,206 (92.2%)1,453 (7.8%)
$25,000 to $49,99910,792 (95.7%)490 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,195 (91.7%)470 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,102 (96.7%)72 (3.3%)
$100,000 and over1,902 (93.8%)126 (6.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Arecibo

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Arecibo
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,605 (77.9%)448 (21.7%)
6 to 18 Years3,700 (67.7%)1,774 (32.5%)
19 to 25 Years2,137 (56.7%)1,493 (39.6%)
25 to 34 Years2,645 (58.9%)1,333 (29.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,006 (46.5%)1,897 (44.0%)
45 to 54 Years2,379 (50.4%)2,000 (42.4%)
55 to 64 Years3,134 (60.6%)1,874 (36.2%)
65 to 74 Years4,593 (95.0%)926 (19.2%)
75 Years and over5,187 (97.8%)472 (8.9%)
Total27,386 (68.2%)12,217 (30.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Arecibo

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Arecibo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years218 (7.5%)79 (3.2%)
18 to 34 Years468 (11.0%)321 (7.2%)
35 to 64 Years1,319 (20.2%)1,128 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years674 (32.5%)748 (27.1%)
75 Years and over1,057 (49.7%)1,927 (60.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Arecibo

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Arecibo: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years109 (2.6%)75 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years213 (3.3%)32 (0.4%)
65 to 74 Years314 (15.1%)96 (3.5%)
75 Years and over328 (15.4%)455 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Arecibo: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years143 (3.4%)13 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years128 (2.0%)326 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years88 (4.3%)120 (4.3%)
75 Years and over184 (8.6%)503 (15.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Arecibo: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years218 (7.5%)79 (3.2%)
18 to 34 Years251 (5.9%)61 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years754 (11.6%)508 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years198 (9.6%)316 (11.4%)
75 Years and over377 (17.7%)658 (20.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Arecibo: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years93 (2.2%)207 (4.6%)
35 to 64 Years821 (12.6%)563 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years410 (19.8%)481 (17.4%)
75 Years and over653 (30.7%)1,457 (45.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Arecibo: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years23 (0.8%)24 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years41 (1.0%)35 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years391 (6.0%)352 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years283 (13.7%)247 (8.9%)
75 Years and over308 (14.5%)638 (20.1%)

Technology Access in Arecibo

Computing Device Access in Arecibo

Computing Device Access in Arecibo
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop6,88244.5%
Smartphone11,27172.9%
Tablet5,37534.7%
No Computing Device3,44622.3%
Total15,467100.0%

Internet Access in Arecibo

Internet Access in Arecibo
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet970.6%
Broadband Home7,24146.8%
Cellular Data Only3,31421.4%
Satellite Internet7915.1%
No Internet4,24027.4%
Total15,467100.0%

Arecibo Summary

Arecibo is a municipality located in the northern coast of Puerto Rico, in the northern karst region of the island. It is the largest municipality in Puerto Rico by area, and is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is named after the Arecibo River, which passes through the city.

History

The area of Arecibo was originally inhabited by the indigenous Taíno people. The first European to visit the area was Christopher Columbus in 1493. The area was later colonized by the Spanish in 1514, and the city was officially founded in 1616. The city was an important port for the Spanish, and was used to export sugar, coffee, and tobacco.
In the 19th century, the city was a major center for the production of sugar cane. The city was also an important center for the production of tobacco, and was home to several cigar factories.
In 1898, the city was occupied by the United States during the Spanish-American War. The city was later incorporated as a municipality in 1902.

Geography

Arecibo is located in the northern coast of Puerto Rico, in the northern karst region of the island. The city is situated on the banks of the Arecibo River, which passes through the city. The city is surrounded by mountains, and is located near the Atlantic Ocean.
The city has a total area of 545.7 square kilometers (210.7 square miles). The city is divided into several barrios, or neighborhoods.

Economy

Arecibo is an important economic center in Puerto Rico. The city is home to several industries, including pharmaceuticals, electronics, and food processing. The city is also home to several shopping centers, and is a popular tourist destination.
The city is home to several universities, including the University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo, the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, and the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Arecibo had a population of 96,440. The city has a population density of 176.3 people per square kilometer (456.2 people per square mile). The racial makeup of the city is 79.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 16.7% other races, and 2.3% from two or more races.
The median household income in Arecibo is $20,845, and the median family income is $25,845. The city has a poverty rate of 44.3%. The city has a high rate of unemployment, with an unemployment rate of 16.2%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Arecibo?
Total Population of Arecibo is 40,485.
What is the Total Male Population of Arecibo?
Total Male Population of Arecibo is 18,945.
What is the Total Female Population of Arecibo?
Total Female Population of Arecibo is 21,540.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Arecibo?
There are 87.95 Males per 100 Females in Arecibo.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Arecibo?
There are 113.70 Females per 100 Males in Arecibo.
What is the Median Population Age in Arecibo?
Median Population Age in Arecibo is 44.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Arecibo
Average Family Size in Arecibo is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Arecibo
Average Household Size in Arecibo is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Arecibo?
Per Capita income in Arecibo is $13,305.
What is the Median Family Income in Arecibo?
Median Family Income in Arecibo is $27,716.
What is the Median Household income in Arecibo?
Median Household Income in Arecibo is $20,520.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Arecibo?
Income or Wage Gap in Arecibo is 9.6%.
Women in Arecibo earn 90.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Arecibo?
Family Income Deficit in Arecibo is $11,967.
Families that are below poverty line in Arecibo earn $11,967 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Arecibo?
Inequality or Gini Index in Arecibo is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Arecibo?
There are 14,307 People in the Labor Forcein in Arecibo.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Arecibo?
41.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Arecibo.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Arecibo?
Unemployment Rate in Arecibo is 19.3%.