Ponce Municipio, PR
Ponce Municipio Map
Ponce Municipio Overview
136,542
TOTAL POPULATION
65,105
MALE POPULATION
71,437
FEMALE POPULATION
91.14
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.73
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$13,507
PER CAPITA INCOME
$24,424
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$18,994
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
1.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
98.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,111
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
43,360
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
37.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Ponce Municipio
The most populous races in Ponce Municipio are Hispanic or Latino (135,589 | 99.3%), White / Caucasian (73,581 | 53.9%), and Two or more Races (43,326 | 31.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 80 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 7,736 | 5.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 135,589 | 99.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 177 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 73,581 | 53.9% |
| Two or more Races | 43,326 | 31.7% |
| Some other Race | 11,642 | 8.5% |
| Total | 136,542 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ponce Municipio
The most populous ancestries reported in Ponce Municipio are Puerto Rican (133,684 | 97.9%), American (1,570 | 1.1%), Dominican (670 | 0.5%), Central American Indian (557 | 0.4%), and Mexican (498 | 0.4%), together accounting for 100.3% of all Ponce Municipio residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 87 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,570 | 1.1% |
| Arab | 81 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 9 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 53 | 0.0% |
| British | 27 | 0.0% |
| British West Indian | 17 | 0.0% |
| Bulgarian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 47 | 0.0% |
| Central American Indian | 557 | 0.4% |
| Chilean | 66 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 105 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 22 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 234 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 670 | 0.5% |
| Ecuadorian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 8 | 0.0% |
| English | 49 | 0.0% |
| European | 27 | 0.0% |
| French | 148 | 0.1% |
| German | 19 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 121 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 39 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 34 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 164 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 498 | 0.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 134 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 23 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Palestinian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Portuguese | 12 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 133,684 | 97.9% |
| Salvadoran | 8 | 0.0% |
| South American | 280 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 78 | 0.1% |
| Spanish American Indian | 21 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 97 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 84 | 0.1% |
| Uruguayan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 82 | 0.1% |
| West Indian | 146 | 0.1% | View All 44 Rows |
Immigrants in Ponce Municipio
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ponce Municipio
Sex and Age in Ponce Municipio
The most populous age groups in Ponce Municipio are 20 to 24 Years (5,109 | 7.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (5,072 | 7.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,650 (4.1%) | 2,508 (3.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 3,311 (5.1%) | 3,092 (4.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 4,187 (6.4%) | 4,144 (5.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 4,339 (6.7%) | 4,155 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 5,109 (7.9%) | 4,474 (6.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 5,008 (7.7%) | 4,401 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 4,121 (6.3%) | 3,950 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 3,625 (5.6%) | 3,753 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 3,607 (5.5%) | 4,024 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 3,713 (5.7%) | 4,049 (5.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 3,737 (5.7%) | 4,288 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 3,815 (5.9%) | 4,864 (6.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 4,103 (6.3%) | 5,072 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 3,887 (6.0%) | 4,914 (6.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 3,648 (5.6%) | 4,665 (6.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 2,708 (4.2%) | 3,949 (5.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 2,041 (3.1%) | 2,693 (3.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 1,496 (2.3%) | 2,442 (3.4%) |
| Total | 65,105 (100.0%) | 71,437 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ponce Municipio
Median Family Size in Ponce Municipio
The median family size in Ponce Municipio is 3.24 persons per family, with single female/mother families (12,483 | 37.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3,258 | 9.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.05 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 17,453 (52.6%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 3,258 (9.8%) | 3.05 |
| Single Female/Mother | 12,483 (37.6%) | 3.37 |
| Total Families | 33,194 (100.0%) | 3.24 |
Median Household Size in Ponce Municipio
The median household size in Ponce Municipio is 2.50 persons per household, with single female/mother households (12,483 | 23.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (19,783 | 37.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 17,453 (32.9%) | 3.18 |
| Single Male/Father | 3,258 (6.1%) | 3.43 |
| Single Female/Mother | 12,483 (23.6%) | 3.51 |
| Non-family | 19,783 (37.3%) | 1.13 |
| Total Households | 52,977 (100.0%) | 2.50 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ponce Municipio
Out of a total of 52,977 households in Ponce Municipio, 33,194 (62.7%) are family households, while 19,783 (37.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 14,636, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 17,527.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 17,527 (33.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 14,636 (27.6%) | 2,143 (4.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 9,853 (18.6%) | 90 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 5,722 (10.8%) | 23 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 2,222 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 604 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 157 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 33,194 (62.7%) | 19,783 (37.3%) |
Female Fertility in Ponce Municipio
Fertility by Age in Ponce Municipio
Average fertility rate in Ponce Municipio is 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 93 (9.9%) | 22.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 756 (80.2%) | 59.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 94 (10.0%) | 7.0 |
| Total | 943 (100.0%) | 32.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ponce Municipio
20.1% of women with births (943) in Ponce Municipio 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 35 to 50 years age bracket with 63.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 93 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 156 (20.6%) | 600 (79.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (36.2%) | 60 (63.8%) |
| Total | 190 (20.2%) | 753 (79.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Ponce Municipio
Average fertility rate in Ponce Municipio is 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 66.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 6.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 30.2% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 26 (2.8%) | 6.0 |
| High School Diploma | 277 (29.4%) | 38.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 285 (30.2%) | 32.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 171 (18.1%) | 26.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 184 (19.5%) | 66.0 |
| Total | 943 (100.0%) | 32.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ponce Municipio
79.8% of women with births in Ponce Municipio are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 64.3% 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.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (3.6%) | 267 (96.4%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 285 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 110 (64.3%) | 61 (35.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 70 (38.0%) | 114 (62.0%) |
| Total | 190 (20.2%) | 753 (79.8%) |
Income in Ponce Municipio
Income Overview in Ponce Municipio
Per Capita Income in Ponce Municipio is $13,507, while median incomes of families and households are $24,424 and $18,994 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 136,542 | $13,507 |
| Median Family Income | 33,194 | $24,424 |
| Mean Family Income | 33,194 | $37,521 |
| Median Household Income | 52,977 | $18,994 |
| Mean Household Income | 52,977 | $32,201 |
| Income Deficit | 33,194 | $12,111 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 136,542 | 1.29% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 136,542 | 98.71¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 136,542 | 0.57 |
Earnings by Sex in Ponce Municipio
Average Earnings in Ponce Municipio are $18,620, $18,518 for men and $18,760 for women, a difference of 1.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 21,957 (52.9%) | $18,518 |
| Female | 19,576 (47.1%) | $18,760 |
| Total | 41,533 (100.0%) | $18,620 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ponce Municipio
The most common earnings brackets in Ponce Municipio are $15,000 to $17,499 for men (2,046 | 9.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (1,773 | 9.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 940 (4.3%) | 1,000 (5.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 1,156 (5.3%) | 1,212 (6.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 1,656 (7.5%) | 1,701 (8.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 1,483 (6.8%) | 1,195 (6.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 1,336 (6.1%) | 1,277 (6.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 1,561 (7.1%) | 1,288 (6.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 2,046 (9.3%) | 1,393 (7.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 1,965 (8.9%) | 1,432 (7.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 1,050 (4.8%) | 814 (4.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 1,041 (4.7%) | 1,158 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,358 (6.2%) | 1,773 (9.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 970 (4.4%) | 1,428 (7.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1,126 (5.1%) | 1,026 (5.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 724 (3.3%) | 682 (3.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 647 (2.9%) | 633 (3.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 410 (1.9%) | 193 (1.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 496 (2.3%) | 362 (1.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 502 (2.3%) | 255 (1.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 751 (3.4%) | 428 (2.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 739 (3.4%) | 326 (1.7%) |
| Total | 21,957 (100.0%) | 19,576 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ponce Municipio
Average earnings in Ponce Municipio are $19,639 for men and $20,108 for women, a difference of 2.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $38,600, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $13,451. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $30,764, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $12,636.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $13,451 | $13,542 |
| High School Diploma | $16,310 | $12,636 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $19,144 | $15,810 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $28,808 | $26,603 |
| Graduate Degree | $38,600 | $30,764 |
| Total | $19,639 | $20,108 |
Family Income in Ponce Municipio
Family Income Brackets in Ponce Municipio
According to the Ponce Municipio family income data, there are 7,900 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.8% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 365 families (1.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 7,900 | 23.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3,220 | 9.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5,809 | 17.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4,182 | 12.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4,348 | 13.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,784 | 11.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,792 | 5.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,361 | 4.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 465 | 1.4% |
| $200,000+ | 365 | 1.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ponce Municipio
7+ person families (129 | 0.4%) account for the highest median family income in Ponce Municipio with $98,346 per family, while 7+ person families (129 | 0.4%) have the highest median income of $14,049 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 15,555 (46.9%) | $22,265 |
| 3-Person Families | 10,185 (30.7%) | $23,980 |
| 4-Person Families | 5,132 (15.5%) | $28,631 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,641 (4.9%) | $31,736 |
| 6-Person Families | 552 (1.7%) | $35,778 |
| 7+ Person Families | 129 (0.4%) | $98,346 |
| Total | 33,194 (100.0%) | $24,424 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ponce Municipio
The median family income in Ponce Municipio is $24,424, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,224) having the highest median family income of $86,765, while families with no earners (13,710) have the lowest median family income of $13,679, accounting for 3.7% and 41.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 13,710 (41.3%) | $13,679 |
| 1 Earner | 12,455 (37.5%) | $25,422 |
| 2 Earners | 5,805 (17.5%) | $53,369 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,224 (3.7%) | $86,765 |
| Total | 33,194 (100.0%) | $24,424 |
Household Income in Ponce Municipio
Household Income Brackets in Ponce Municipio
With 15,787 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Ponce Municipio, accounting for 29.8% of all households. In contrast, only 530 households (1.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 15,787 | 29.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6,410 | 12.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9,271 | 17.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6,145 | 11.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5,880 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,821 | 9.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,119 | 4.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,536 | 2.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 530 | 1.0% |
| $200,000+ | 530 | 1.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ponce Municipio
The median household income in Ponce Municipio is $18,994, with the highest median household income of $23,060 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 18,468 households (34.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $6,712, with 1,152 households (2.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1,152 (2.2%) | $6,712 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 12,599 (23.8%) | $16,975 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 18,468 (34.9%) | $23,060 |
| 65+ Years | 20,758 (39.2%) | $18,614 |
| Total | 52,977 (100.0%) | $18,994 |
Poverty in Ponce Municipio
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ponce Municipio
With 48.5% poverty level for males and 52.1% for females among the residents of Ponce Municipio, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 533 males (76.4%) and 1,862 females (74.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,813 (68.8%) | 1,862 (74.2%) |
| 5 Years | 533 (76.4%) | 505 (67.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 2,953 (66.9%) | 2,888 (73.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,352 (57.6%) | 1,576 (62.0%) |
| 15 Years | 473 (57.0%) | 517 (65.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1,071 (65.3%) | 997 (60.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 3,893 (57.5%) | 3,644 (59.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,732 (44.6%) | 4,884 (58.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,549 (38.6%) | 4,054 (52.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,947 (42.1%) | 3,508 (42.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,483 (45.5%) | 4,606 (46.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,984 (40.8%) | 4,068 (42.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,499 (40.7%) | 3,851 (43.1%) |
| Total | 30,282 (48.5%) | 36,960 (52.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ponce Municipio
According to the poverty statistics in Ponce Municipio, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 61.4% of males and 57.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 823 (31.2%) | 646 (25.8%) |
| 5 Years | 165 (23.6%) | 245 (32.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,462 (33.1%) | 1,036 (26.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 994 (42.4%) | 968 (38.1%) |
| 15 Years | 357 (43.0%) | 278 (35.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 569 (34.7%) | 641 (39.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,883 (42.5%) | 2,472 (40.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 4,636 (55.4%) | 3,457 (41.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,049 (61.4%) | 3,673 (47.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,052 (57.9%) | 4,671 (57.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,177 (54.5%) | 5,309 (53.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,328 (59.2%) | 5,486 (57.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,634 (59.3%) | 5,087 (56.9%) |
| Total | 32,129 (51.5%) | 33,969 (47.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ponce Municipio
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ponce Municipio show that 33.1% or 5,769 of the total 17,453 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 32.2%, which includes 1,233 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 8,668 (67.5%) | 4,169 (32.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,594 (67.8%) | 1,233 (32.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 422 (54.1%) | 358 (45.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 11,684 (66.9%) | 5,769 (33.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ponce Municipio
According to the poverty data in Ponce Municipio, 56.8% or 1,850 single-father households and 64.6% or 8,062 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 233 households (80.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 65 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 628 (39.3%) | 2,551 (45.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 989 (72.2%) | 4,490 (77.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 233 (80.3%) | 956 (92.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,850 (56.8%) | 8,062 (64.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ponce Municipio
The poverty data for Ponce Municipio shows that 5,769 of the married-couple family households (33.1%) and 9,912 of the single-parent households (63.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 65 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 4,169 (32.5%) | 3,179 (44.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,233 (32.2%) | 5,479 (76.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 358 (45.9%) | 1,189 (89.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (100.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
| Total | 5,769 (33.1%) | 9,912 (63.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ponce Municipio
Employment by Class of Employer in Ponce Municipio
Among the 37,276 employed individuals in Ponce Municipio, private company employees (24,972 | 67.0%), state government employees (4,371 | 11.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (2,830 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 24,972 | 67.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 875 | 2.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 2,830 | 7.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,577 | 4.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,687 | 4.5% |
| State Government Employees | 4,371 | 11.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 924 | 2.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 40 | 0.1% |
| Total | 37,276 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ponce Municipio
According to the labor force statistics for Ponce Municipio, out of the total population over 16 years of age (115,013), 37.7% or 43,360 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.7% or 5,507 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 64.9% or 9,741 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.0% or 253 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 665 (9.7%) | 253 (38.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 3,833 (40.0%) | 866 (22.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 5,561 (59.1%) | 717 (12.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 4,972 (61.6%) | 756 (15.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 9,741 (64.9%) | 1,247 (12.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9,662 (61.2%) | 1,034 (10.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 3,966 (45.7%) | 389 (9.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,551 (27.8%) | 219 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,002 (11.7%) | 46 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 399 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 43,360 (37.7%) | 5,507 (12.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ponce Municipio
According to labor force statistics for Ponce Municipio, 55.1% of individuals (36,438) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (66,130) are in the labor force, with 12.0% or 4,373 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 72.8% or 16,423 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.1% or 667 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2,292 (25.9%) | 2,575 (29.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 8,622 (43.5%) | 2,715 (13.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 9,119 (61.2%) | 2,190 (14.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 16,423 (72.8%) | 1,602 (7.1%) |
| Total | 36,438 (55.1%) | 7,936 (12.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ponce Municipio
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ponce Municipio are Community & Social Service (4,940 | 13.1%), Education Instruction & Library (3,534 | 9.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,176 | 8.4%), Management (2,349 | 6.2%), and Health Technologists (2,259 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ponce Municipio, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (84.1%), Architecture & Engineering (65.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (62.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (70.9%), Community & Social Service (68.2%), and Education, Arts & Media (65.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,368 (58.2%) | 981 (41.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 661 (47.5%) | 730 (52.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 756 (62.6%) | 452 (37.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 260 (84.1%) | 49 (15.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 373 (65.2%) | 199 (34.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 123 (37.6%) | 204 (62.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,570 (31.8%) | 3,370 (68.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 297 (34.4%) | 567 (65.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 121 (49.4%) | 124 (50.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 1,027 (29.1%) | 2,507 (70.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 125 (42.1%) | 172 (57.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 1,163 (36.6%) | 2,013 (63.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 803 (35.5%) | 1,456 (64.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 5,518 (42.2%) | 7,546 (57.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 19,642 (52.1%) | 18,058 (47.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ponce Municipio are Security & Protection (2,249 | 6.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (2,247 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,839 | 4.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (1,587 | 4.2%), and Personal Care & Service (898 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ponce Municipio, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (76.9%), Security & Protection (75.3%), and Law Enforcement (71.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (80.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (58.9%), and Personal Care & Service (55.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 160 (19.2%) | 675 (80.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 1,694 (75.3%) | 555 (24.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 1,221 (76.9%) | 366 (23.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 473 (71.5%) | 189 (28.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 924 (41.1%) | 1,323 (58.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 1,264 (68.7%) | 575 (31.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 396 (44.1%) | 502 (55.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,438 (55.0%) | 3,630 (45.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 19,642 (52.1%) | 18,058 (47.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ponce Municipio are Office & Administration (4,901 | 13.0%), and Sales & Related (4,564 | 12.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 2,038 (44.7%) | 2,526 (55.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 1,583 (32.3%) | 3,318 (67.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,621 (38.3%) | 5,844 (61.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 19,642 (52.1%) | 18,058 (47.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ponce Municipio are Construction & Extraction (1,780 | 4.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,046 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (280 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 202 (72.1%) | 78 (27.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,726 (97.0%) | 54 (3.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1,028 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,956 (95.2%) | 150 (4.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 19,642 (52.1%) | 18,058 (47.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ponce Municipio are Production (1,950 | 5.2%), Material Moving (1,132 | 3.0%), and Transportation (915 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,343 (68.9%) | 607 (31.1%) |
| Transportation | 802 (87.6%) | 113 (12.3%) |
| Material Moving | 964 (85.2%) | 168 (14.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,109 (77.8%) | 888 (22.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 19,642 (52.1%) | 18,058 (47.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ponce Municipio
Employment Industries in Ponce Municipio
The major employment industries in Ponce Municipio include Health Care & Social Assistance (5,409 | 14.3%), Retail Trade (5,372 | 14.2%), Educational Services (5,182 | 13.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (3,336 | 8.8%), and Manufacturing (3,218 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ponce Municipio
The Ponce Municipio industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (91.8%), and Wholesale Trade (84.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Educational Services (70.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (67.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 311 (79.9%) | 78 (20.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,895 (91.8%) | 170 (8.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 2,239 (69.6%) | 979 (30.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 539 (84.0%) | 103 (16.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 2,596 (48.3%) | 2,776 (51.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 648 (75.5%) | 210 (24.5%) |
| Utilities | 247 (76.9%) | 74 (23.1%) |
| Information | 386 (74.2%) | 134 (25.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 336 (37.3%) | 564 (62.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 480 (81.4%) | 110 (18.6%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 701 (45.3%) | 845 (54.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 1,219 (63.6%) | 698 (36.4%) |
| Educational Services | 1,546 (29.8%) | 3,636 (70.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,777 (32.9%) | 3,632 (67.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 288 (62.9%) | 170 (37.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,675 (50.2%) | 1,661 (49.8%) |
| Public Administration | 1,662 (54.7%) | 1,378 (45.3%) |
| Total | 19,642 (52.1%) | 18,058 (47.9%) |
Education in Ponce Municipio
School Enrollment in Ponce Municipio
The most common levels of schooling among the 32,604 students in Ponce Municipio are college / undergraduate (8,737 | 26.8%), high school (6,729 | 20.6%), and middle school (6,722 | 20.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 1,890 | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten | 1,287 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 5,097 | 15.6% |
| Middle School | 6,722 | 20.6% |
| High School | 6,729 | 20.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 8,737 | 26.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 2,142 | 6.6% |
| Total | 32,604 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ponce Municipio
Out of a total of 32,604 students who are enrolled in schools in Ponce Municipio, 7,336 (22.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 25,268 (77.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 868 (56.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,480 (89.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 1,480 (89.3%) | 177 (10.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 5,565 (88.3%) | 740 (11.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 7,210 (87.5%) | 1,027 (12.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 4,271 (88.8%) | 536 (11.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,592 (64.6%) | 873 (35.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 3,314 (65.5%) | 1,749 (34.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 1,173 (46.1%) | 1,370 (53.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 659 (43.2%) | 868 (56.8%) |
| Total | 25,268 (77.5%) | 7,336 (22.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ponce Municipio
Business (8,157 | 27.0%), education (6,020 | 19.9%), science & technology (3,778 | 12.5%), arts & humanities (2,273 | 7.5%), and bio, nature & agricultural (1,863 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 30,259 individuals in Ponce Municipio who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 656 | 2.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,863 | 6.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 1,425 | 4.7% |
| Psychology | 1,487 | 4.9% |
| Social Sciences | 964 | 3.2% |
| Engineering | 1,343 | 4.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 88 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 3,778 | 12.5% |
| Business | 8,157 | 27.0% |
| Education | 6,020 | 19.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 278 | 0.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 699 | 2.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 720 | 2.4% |
| Communications | 508 | 1.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 2,273 | 7.5% |
| Total | 30,259 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ponce Municipio
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ponce Municipio
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ponce Municipio are males with 2 vehicles (8,377, accounting for 43.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (6,416, making up 47.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 709 (3.6%) | 494 (2.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 4,642 (23.9%) | 6,562 (37.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 8,377 (43.1%) | 6,416 (36.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 3,684 (19.0%) | 2,712 (15.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,574 (8.1%) | 1,234 (7.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 444 (2.3%) | 263 (1.5%) |
| Total | 19,430 (100.0%) | 17,681 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ponce Municipio
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ponce Municipio are 20 to 24 minutes (8,801 commuters, 24.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (7,525 commuters, 21.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (5,342 commuters, 15.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 463 | 1.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,126 | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 5,342 | 15.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 7,525 | 21.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 8,801 | 24.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,618 | 4.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 4,938 | 13.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 585 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 978 | 2.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,181 | 3.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 942 | 2.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,195 | 3.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ponce Municipio
The most common commute times in Ponce Municipio are 20 to 24 minutes (4,673 commuters, 24.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (4,128 commuters, 24.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 262 (1.4%) | 201 (1.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,012 (5.4%) | 1,114 (6.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,451 (13.1%) | 2,891 (17.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 4,148 (22.1%) | 3,377 (20.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 4,673 (24.9%) | 4,128 (24.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 682 (3.6%) | 936 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,583 (13.8%) | 2,355 (13.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 289 (1.5%) | 296 (1.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 689 (3.7%) | 289 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 629 (3.4%) | 552 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 646 (3.4%) | 296 (1.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 709 (3.8%) | 486 (2.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ponce Municipio
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ponce Municipio are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,328, 17.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,386, 20.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,826 (9.7%) | 788 (4.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 1,209 (6.4%) | 424 (2.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 838 (4.5%) | 697 (4.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,837 (9.8%) | 949 (5.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,357 (7.2%) | 1,193 (7.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 3,328 (17.7%) | 3,386 (20.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,870 (10.0%) | 3,015 (17.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 2,730 (14.5%) | 2,641 (15.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 327 (1.7%) | 800 (4.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 599 (3.2%) | 949 (5.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 431 (2.3%) | 403 (2.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 401 (2.1%) | 429 (2.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 956 (5.1%) | 877 (5.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,064 (5.7%) | 370 (2.2%) |
| Total | 18,773 (100.0%) | 16,921 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ponce Municipio
Occupancy by Ownership in Ponce Municipio
Of the total 52,977 dwellings in Ponce Municipio, owner-occupied units account for 36,982 (69.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 15,995 (30.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 36,982 | 69.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 15,995 | 30.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 52,977 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ponce Municipio
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 17,527 | 33.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 16,779 | 31.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 9,943 | 18.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 8,728 | 16.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 52,977 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ponce Municipio
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 11,595 (66.2%) | 5,932 (33.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 12,759 (76.0%) | 4,020 (24.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 6,743 (67.8%) | 3,200 (32.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 5,885 (67.4%) | 2,843 (32.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 36,982 (69.8%) | 15,995 (30.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ponce Municipio
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 8,089 (69.5%) | 3,544 (30.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 9,686 (64.1%) | 5,413 (35.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 6,287 (62.6%) | 3,749 (37.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 12,920 (79.7%) | 3,289 (20.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ponce Municipio
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 6,776 | 12.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6,975 | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7,965 | 15.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 10,503 | 19.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10,686 | 20.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 7,575 | 14.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 2,497 | 4.7% |
| Total | 52,977 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ponce Municipio
Median Income by Occupancy in Ponce Municipio
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 36,982 (69.8%) | $24,669 |
| Renter-Occupied | 15,995 (30.2%) | $9,477 |
| Average | 52,977 (100.0%) | $18,994 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ponce Municipio
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 3,935 (10.6%) | 5,312 (33.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 3,565 (9.6%) | 2,954 (18.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4,270 (11.6%) | 2,166 (13.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 3,729 (10.1%) | 1,420 (8.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 3,206 (8.7%) | 920 (5.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4,584 (12.4%) | 1,558 (9.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4,970 (13.4%) | 889 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,316 (11.7%) | 506 (3.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,993 (5.4%) | 116 (0.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,506 (4.1%) | 44 (0.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 908 (2.5%) | 110 (0.7%) |
| Total | 36,982 (100.0%) | 15,995 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ponce Municipio
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 21,719 (58.7%) | 3,453 (21.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 3,958 (10.7%) | 2,905 (18.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 4,771 (12.9%) | 3,618 (22.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 2,619 (7.1%) | 1,307 (8.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,458 (6.7%) | 708 (4.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 871 (2.4%) | 139 (0.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 323 (0.9%) | 28 (0.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 46 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 217 (0.6%) | 29 (0.2%) |
| Total | 36,982 (100.0%) | 15,995 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ponce Municipio
Housing Structures in Ponce Municipio
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 38,448 | 72.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 4,589 | 8.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 453 | 0.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,400 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2,907 | 5.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 5,060 | 9.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 120 | 0.2% |
| Total | 52,977 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ponce Municipio
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 32,215 (83.8%) | 6,233 (16.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 3,172 (69.1%) | 1,417 (30.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 186 (41.1%) | 267 (58.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 172 (12.3%) | 1,228 (87.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 613 (21.1%) | 2,294 (78.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 547 (10.8%) | 4,513 (89.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 77 (64.2%) | 43 (35.8%) |
| Total | 36,982 (69.8%) | 15,995 (30.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ponce Municipio
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 218 (0.6%) | 273 (1.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 2,738 (7.4%) | 4,271 (26.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 22,605 (61.1%) | 9,722 (60.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 9,250 (25.0%) | 1,512 (9.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,171 (5.9%) | 217 (1.4%) |
| Total | 36,982 (100.0%) | 15,995 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ponce Municipio
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 36 (0.1%) | 10 (0.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 251 (0.7%) | 93 (0.6%) |
| Electricity | 5,950 (16.1%) | 1,627 (10.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 655 (1.8%) | 44 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 30,090 (81.4%) | 14,221 (88.9%) |
| Total | 36,982 (100.0%) | 15,995 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ponce Municipio
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 4,712 (12.7%) | 4,197 (26.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 15,603 (42.2%) | 8,681 (54.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 11,357 (30.7%) | 2,624 (16.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 5,310 (14.4%) | 493 (3.1%) |
| Total | 36,982 (100.0%) | 15,995 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ponce Municipio
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ponce Municipio
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 26,081 | 10,901 |
| Median Property Value | $96,700 | $130,100 |
| Median Household Income | $19,788 | $580 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $180 | $199 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $589 | $9,849 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ponce Municipio
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 4,444 (17.0%) | 192 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 9,611 (36.8%) | 1,859 (17.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 11,274 (43.2%) | 8,240 (75.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 442 (1.7%) | 423 (3.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 133 (0.5%) | 112 (1.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 118 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 59 (0.2%) | 75 (0.7%) |
| Total | 26,081 (100.0%) | 10,901 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ponce Municipio
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 6,451 (24.7%) | 9 (0.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 9,070 (34.8%) | 1,049 (9.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,927 (11.2%) | 2,135 (19.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,192 (12.2%) | 1,657 (15.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,204 (8.5%) | 1,778 (16.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,167 (4.5%) | 2,112 (19.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 742 (2.8%) | 826 (7.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 328 (1.3%) | 764 (7.0%) |
| Total | 26,081 (100.0%) | 10,901 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ponce Municipio
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 5,370 (20.6%) | 40,429 (370.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 3,550 (13.6%) | 2,344 (21.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 2,828 (10.8%) | 2,320 (21.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 12,269 (47.0%) | 1,672 (15.3%) |
| Total | 26,081 (100.0%) | 10,901 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ponce Municipio
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,291 (5.0%) | 182 (1.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 323 (1.2%) | 546 (5.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 425 (1.6%) | 212 (1.9%) |
| Total | 26,081 (100.0%) | 10,901 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ponce Municipio
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ponce Municipio
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 6,452 (97.7%) | 151 (2.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 19,239 (97.1%) | 566 (2.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 12,444 (94.4%) | 732 (5.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 12,866 (86.6%) | 1,984 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 13,129 (91.6%) | 1,196 (8.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 13,978 (92.4%) | 1,146 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 16,460 (93.7%) | 1,115 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16,809 (99.7%) | 57 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 15,035 (99.8%) | 36 (0.2%) |
| Total | 126,412 (94.8%) | 6,983 (5.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ponce Municipio
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 6,452 (97.7%) | 151 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 19,239 (97.1%) | 566 (2.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 12,444 (94.4%) | 732 (5.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ponce Municipio
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 65,316 (95.5%) | 3,112 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 30,746 (93.9%) | 2,015 (6.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14,364 (93.8%) | 950 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6,131 (93.3%) | 441 (6.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 9,115 (95.9%) | 387 (4.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ponce Municipio
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 5,151 (78.0%) | 1,508 (22.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 13,710 (69.2%) | 6,270 (31.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 7,839 (59.5%) | 4,801 (36.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8,669 (58.4%) | 4,391 (29.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7,515 (52.5%) | 5,768 (40.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7,296 (48.2%) | 7,029 (46.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 9,830 (55.9%) | 7,100 (40.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16,154 (95.8%) | 3,324 (19.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14,726 (97.7%) | 2,850 (18.9%) |
| Total | 90,890 (68.1%) | 43,041 (32.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ponce Municipio
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 84 (3.2%) | 27 (1.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,338 (13.4%) | 703 (7.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,454 (9.6%) | 1,126 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5,318 (25.1%) | 5,835 (22.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,837 (38.8%) | 3,771 (39.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,408 (55.6%) | 5,540 (62.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ponce Municipio
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 34 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (0.6%) | 85 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 67 (0.4%) | 131 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 691 (3.3%) | 561 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 775 (10.6%) | 544 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,166 (19.0%) | 1,115 (12.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 50 (1.9%) | 27 (1.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 294 (2.9%) | 211 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 188 (1.2%) | 316 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,120 (5.3%) | 1,428 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 957 (13.1%) | 999 (10.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,115 (18.2%) | 1,645 (18.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,099 (11.0%) | 420 (4.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 963 (6.4%) | 452 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,733 (8.2%) | 1,505 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 826 (11.3%) | 938 (9.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,013 (16.5%) | 1,558 (17.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 127 (1.3%) | 97 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 414 (2.7%) | 376 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,216 (15.2%) | 4,060 (15.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,905 (26.1%) | 2,898 (30.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,463 (40.2%) | 4,423 (49.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 195 (2.0%) | 16 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 176 (1.2%) | 104 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,287 (6.1%) | 1,368 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 787 (10.8%) | 1,050 (11.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,371 (22.4%) | 2,334 (26.1%) |
Technology Access in Ponce Municipio
Computing Device Access in Ponce Municipio
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 25,445 | 48.0% |
| Smartphone | 37,137 | 70.1% |
| Tablet | 14,003 | 26.4% |
| No Computing Device | 11,927 | 22.5% |
| Total | 52,977 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ponce Municipio
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 166 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 24,325 | 45.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 14,545 | 27.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 5,212 | 9.8% |
| No Internet | 12,253 | 23.1% |
| Total | 52,977 | 100.0% |
Ponce Municipio Summary
Ponce Municipio is located in the southern region of Puerto Rico, and is the second largest city in the country. It is the capital of the Ponce region and is the most populated city in the region. The city is located on the Caribbean Sea, and is known for its rich history, culture, and economy.
History
Ponce Municipio was founded in 1692 by Juan Ponce de Leon, the first governor of Puerto Rico. The city was named after him, and it quickly became an important port city. It was the first city in Puerto Rico to have a university, and it was also the first city to have a public library. The city was also the first to have a public hospital, and it was the first to have a public theater.
In the 19th century, Ponce Municipio was an important center of commerce and industry. It was the first city in Puerto Rico to have a railroad, and it was also the first to have a telegraph. The city was also the first to have a public school system, and it was the first to have a public library.
In the 20th century, Ponce Municipio was an important center of culture and education. It was the first city in Puerto Rico to have a university, and it was also the first to have a public library. The city was also the first to have a public hospital, and it was the first to have a public theater.
Geography
Ponce Municipio is located in the southern region of Puerto Rico, and is the second largest city in the country. It is located on the Caribbean Sea, and is bordered by the municipalities of Adjuntas, Guayanilla, Peñuelas, and Yauco. The city is divided into several districts, including the historic downtown area, the beachfront area, and the industrial area.
The city has a tropical climate, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-90s. The city is known for its beautiful beaches, and it is also home to several parks and nature reserves.
Economy
Ponce Municipio is an important center of commerce and industry in Puerto Rico. The city is home to several large companies, including the Puerto Rico Telephone Company, the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, and the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority. The city is also home to several universities, including the University of Puerto Rico at Ponce, the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, and the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico.
The city is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Ponce Museum of Art, the Ponce Zoo, and the Ponce Historic District. The city is also home to several shopping centers, restaurants, and bars.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Ponce Municipio had a population of 166,327. The population is mostly of Puerto Rican descent, with a small percentage of African, Asian, and European descent. The city is also home to a large number of immigrants from other Caribbean countries, including the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Jamaica.
The city has a high rate of poverty, with nearly 40% of the population living below the poverty line. The city also has a high rate of unemployment, with nearly 20% of the population unemployed.
Conclusion
Ponce Municipio is an important city in Puerto Rico, with a rich history, culture, and economy. The city is home to several large companies, universities, and tourist attractions, and it is also home to a large population of immigrants from other Caribbean countries. The city has a high rate of poverty and unemployment, but it is still an important center of commerce and industry in Puerto Rico.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ponce Municipio?
Total Population of Ponce Municipio is 136,542.
What is the Total Male Population of Ponce Municipio?
Total Male Population of Ponce Municipio is 65,105.
What is the Total Female Population of Ponce Municipio?
Total Female Population of Ponce Municipio is 71,437.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ponce Municipio?
There are 91.14 Males per 100 Females in Ponce Municipio.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ponce Municipio?
There are 109.73 Females per 100 Males in Ponce Municipio.
What is the Median Population Age in Ponce Municipio?
Median Population Age in Ponce Municipio is 43.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ponce Municipio
Average Family Size in Ponce Municipio is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ponce Municipio
Average Household Size in Ponce Municipio is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ponce Municipio?
Per Capita income in Ponce Municipio is $13,507.
What is the Median Family Income in Ponce Municipio?
Median Family Income in Ponce Municipio is $24,424.
What is the Median Household income in Ponce Municipio?
Median Household Income in Ponce Municipio is $18,994.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ponce Municipio?
Income or Wage Gap in Ponce Municipio is 1.3%.
Women in Ponce Municipio earn 98.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Ponce Municipio?
Family Income Deficit in Ponce Municipio is $12,111.
Families that are below poverty line in Ponce Municipio earn $12,111 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ponce Municipio?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ponce Municipio is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ponce Municipio?
There are 43,360 People in the Labor Forcein in Ponce Municipio.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ponce Municipio?
37.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Ponce Municipio.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ponce Municipio?
Unemployment Rate in Ponce Municipio is 12.7%.