La Plena, PR

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La Plena Overview

465
TOTAL POPULATION
170
MALE POPULATION
295
FEMALE POPULATION
57.63
MALES / 100 FEMALES
173.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
56.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$13,328
PER CAPITA INCOME
$25,590
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$22,237
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.33
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
97
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
21.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
23.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in La Plena

The most populous races in La Plena are Hispanic or Latino (448 | 96.3%), Two or more Races (212 | 45.6%), and White / Caucasian (156 | 33.6%).
Race in La Plena
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American418.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino44896.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian15633.6%
Two or more Races21245.6%
Some other Race5612.0%
Total465100.0%

Ancestry in La Plena

The most populous ancestries reported in La Plena are Puerto Rican (448 | 96.3%), and American (17 | 3.7%), together accounting for 100.0% of all La Plena residents.
Ancestry in La Plena
Ancestry# Population% Population
American173.7%
Puerto Rican44896.3%
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Immigrants in La Plena

Immigrants in La Plena
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in La Plena

Sex and Age in La Plena

The most populous age groups in La Plena are 40 to 44 Years (29 | 17.1%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (73 | 24.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in La Plena
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years17 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)23 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years29 (17.1%)23 (7.8%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years25 (14.7%)73 (24.7%)
55 to 59 Years19 (11.2%)30 (10.2%)
60 to 64 Years12 (7.1%)13 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years26 (15.3%)52 (17.6%)
75 to 79 Years24 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years18 (10.6%)52 (17.6%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)29 (9.8%)
Total170 (100.0%)295 (100.0%)

Families and Households in La Plena

Median Family Size in La Plena

The median family size in La Plena is 2.08 persons per family, with single male/father families (12 | 7.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.42 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (111 | 71.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.96 persons per family.
Median Family Size in La Plena
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple111 (71.6%)1.96
Single Male/Father12 (7.7%)2.42
Single Female/Mother32 (20.6%)2.38
Total Families155 (100.0%)2.08

Median Household Size in La Plena

The median household size in La Plena is 1.92 persons per household, with single male/father households (12 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.5 persons per household. non-family households (87 | 35.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in La Plena
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple111 (45.9%)2.17
Single Male/Father12 (5.0%)3.50
Single Female/Mother32 (13.2%)2.38
Non-family87 (35.9%)1.22
Total Households242 (100.0%)1.92

Household Size by Marriage Status in La Plena

Out of a total of 242 households in La Plena, 155 (64.0%) are family households, while 87 (35.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 126, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 72.
Household Size by Marriage Status in La Plena
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-72 (29.7%)
2-Person Households126 (52.1%)15 (6.2%)
3-Person Households29 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total155 (64.0%)87 (35.9%)

Female Fertility in La Plena

Fertility by Age in La Plena

Female Fertility by Age in La Plena
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Plena

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Plena
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in La Plena

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in La Plena
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Plena

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Plena
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in La Plena

Income Overview in La Plena

Per Capita Income in La Plena is $13,328, while median incomes of families and households are $25,590 and $22,237 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income465$13,328
Median Family Income155$25,590
Mean Family Income155$27,811
Median Household Income242$22,237
Mean Household Income242$24,353
Income Deficit155$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4650.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)465100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4650.33

Earnings by Sex in La Plena

Earnings by Sex in La Plena
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male41 (39.1%)$0
Female64 (61.0%)$18,816
Total105 (100.0%)$25,821

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Plena

The most common earnings brackets in La Plena are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (29 | 70.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (23 | 35.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Plena
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)11 (17.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)11 (17.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)19 (29.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99912 (29.3%)23 (35.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99929 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total41 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Plena

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Plena
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in La Plena

Family Income Brackets in La Plena

According to the La Plena family income data, there are 63 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in La Plena
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001811.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991811.6%
$15,000 to $24,9993321.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996340.6%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,9992314.8%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Plena

2-person families (155 | 100.0%) account for the highest median family income in La Plena with $25,590 per family, while 2-person families (155 | 100.0%) have the highest median income of $12,795 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Plena
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families155 (100.0%)$25,590
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total155 (100.0%)$25,590

Family Income by Number of Earners in La Plena

Family Income by Number of Earners in La Plena
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners96 (61.9%)$21,579
1 Earner36 (23.2%)$25,833
2 Earners23 (14.8%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total155 (100.0%)$25,590

Household Income in La Plena

Household Income Brackets in La Plena

With 82 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in La Plena, accounting for 33.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in La Plena
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003916.1%
$10,000 to $14,999187.4%
$15,000 to $24,9998033.1%
$25,000 to $34,9998233.9%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,999239.5%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in La Plena

The median household income in La Plena is $22,237, with the highest median household income of $23,929 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 152 households (62.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in La Plena
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years23 (9.5%)$0
45 to 64 Years67 (27.7%)$17,083
65+ Years152 (62.8%)$23,929
Total242 (100.0%)$22,237

Poverty in La Plena

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Plena

With 25.3% poverty level for males and 42.0% for females among the residents of La Plena, 45 to 54 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 25 males (100.0%) and 23 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Plena
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years25 (100.0%)36 (49.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)32 (74.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (42.9%)33 (40.7%)
Total43 (25.3%)124 (42.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Plena

According to the poverty statistics in La Plena, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 35 to 44 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Plena
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years29 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)37 (50.7%)
55 to 64 Years31 (100.0%)11 (25.6%)
65 to 74 Years26 (100.0%)52 (100.0%)
75 Years and over24 (57.1%)48 (59.3%)
Total127 (74.7%)171 (58.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Plena

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in La Plena show that 16.2% or 18 of the total 111 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 16.2%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 16.2%, which includes 18 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Plena
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children93 (83.8%)18 (16.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (83.8%)18 (16.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Plena

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Plena
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)18 (56.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)18 (56.2%)

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

The poverty data for La Plena shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (16.2%) and 18 of the single-parent households (40.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (16.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 household (56.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Plena
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children18 (16.2%)18 (56.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (16.2%)18 (40.9%)

Employment Characteristics in La Plena

Employment by Class of Employer in La Plena

Among the 74 employed individuals in La Plena, local government employees (29 | 39.2%), state government employees (23 | 31.1%), and private company employees (22 | 29.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in La Plena
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2229.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees2939.2%
State Government Employees2331.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total74100.0%

Employment Status by Age in La Plena

According to the labor force statistics for La Plena, out of the total population over 16 years of age (448), 21.7% or 97 individuals are in the labor force, with 23.7% or 23 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 23 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in La Plena
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years23 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years11 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (21.7%)23 (23.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Plena

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Plena
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma11 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total74 (33.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in La Plena

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Plena are Management (29 | 39.2%), Community & Social Service (23 | 31.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (23 | 31.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in La Plena

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in La Plena
OccupationMaleFemale
Management29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)29 (55.8%)23 (44.2%)
Total (Overall)29 (39.2%)45 (60.8%)

Services Occupations

Services Occupations in La Plena

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in La Plena
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)29 (39.2%)45 (60.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in La Plena are , and Sales & Related (11 | 14.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in La Plena

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in La Plena
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)29 (39.2%)45 (60.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in La Plena

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in La Plena
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)29 (39.2%)45 (60.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in La Plena are , and Production (11 | 14.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in La Plena

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in La Plena
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)29 (39.2%)45 (60.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in La Plena

Employment Industries in La Plena

The major employment industries in La Plena include Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (29 | 39.2%), Educational Services (23 | 31.1%), Manufacturing (11 | 14.9%), and Retail Trade (11 | 14.9%).
Employment Industries in La Plena

Employment Industries by Sex in La Plena

Employment Industries by Sex in La Plena
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (39.2%)45 (60.8%)

Education in La Plena

School Enrollment in La Plena

The most common levels of schooling among the 40 students in La Plena are college / undergraduate (23 | 57.5%), and middle school (17 | 42.5%).
School Enrollment in La Plena
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School1742.5%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate2357.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total40100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Plena

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Plena
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Plena

Education (44 | 65.7%), and psychology (23 | 34.3%) are the most common fields of study among 67 individuals in La Plena who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Plena
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology2334.3%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education4465.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total67100.0%

Transportation & Commute in La Plena

Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Plena

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in La Plena are males with 2 vehicles (29, accounting for 100.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (23, making up 64.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Plena
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)22 (48.9%)
2 Vehicles29 (100.0%)23 (51.1%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Commute Time in La Plena

The most frequently occuring commute durations in La Plena are 30 to 34 minutes (29 commuters, 39.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (23 commuters, 31.1%), and 5 to 9 minutes (11 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in La Plena
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1114.9%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2331.1%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2939.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1114.9%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in La Plena

The most common commute times in La Plena are 30 to 34 minutes (29 commuters, 100.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (23 commuters, 51.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in La Plena
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (24.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)23 (51.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (24.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Plena

The most frequent times of departure to work in La Plena are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (29, 100.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (23, 51.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Plena
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)23 (51.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)22 (48.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in La Plena

Occupancy by Ownership in La Plena

Of the total 242 dwellings in La Plena, owner-occupied units account for 232 (95.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 10 (4.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in La Plena
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units23295.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units104.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units242100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in La Plena

Occupancy by Household Size in La Plena
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household7229.7%
2-Person Household14158.3%
3-Person Household2912.0%
4+ Person Household00.0%
Total Housing Units242100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Plena

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Plena
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household62 (86.1%)10 (13.9%)
2-Person Household141 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units232 (95.9%)10 (4.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Plena

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Plena
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School44 (81.5%)10 (18.5%)
High School Diploma126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Plena

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Plena
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years239.5%
45 to 54 Years3614.9%
55 to 64 Years3112.8%
65 to 74 Years4418.2%
75 to 84 Years9438.8%
85 Years and Over145.8%
Total242100.0%

Housing Finances in La Plena

Median Income by Occupancy in La Plena

Median Income by Occupancy in La Plena
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied232 (95.9%)$23,036
Renter-Occupied10 (4.1%)$0
Average242 (100.0%)$22,237

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Plena

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Plena
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99929 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99918 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99947 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99933 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99982 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total232 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Plena

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Plena
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300182 (78.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79933 (14.2%)10 (100.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49917 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total232 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in La Plena

Housing Structures in La Plena

Housing Structures in La Plena
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached14660.3%
Single Unit, Attached7932.6%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other177.0%
Total242100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Plena

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Plena
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached136 (93.1%)10 (6.9%)
Single Unit, Attached79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total232 (95.9%)10 (4.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Plena

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Plena
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms39 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms140 (60.3%)10 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms53 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total232 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Plena

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Plena
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used232 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total232 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in La Plena

Household Vehicle Usage in La Plena
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle84 (36.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle82 (35.3%)10 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles66 (28.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total232 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in La Plena

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in La Plena

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units18250
Median Property Value$86,500$0
Median Household Income$19,500$0
Monthly Housing Costs$120$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Plena

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Plena
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00017 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999101 (55.5%)23 (46.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99964 (35.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)27 (54.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total182 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Plena

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Plena
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00029 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99998 (53.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99955 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)27 (54.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)23 (46.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total182 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Plena

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Plena
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x74 (40.7%)23 (46.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x12 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more96 (52.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total182 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Plena

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Plena
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)17 (34.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total182 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in La Plena

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Plena

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Plena
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years79 (80.6%)19 (19.4%)
55 to 64 Years74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total446 (95.9%)19 (4.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Plena

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Plena
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Plena

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Plena
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000214 (91.8%)19 (8.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99952 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Plena

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Plena
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years79 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years63 (85.1%)11 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total383 (82.4%)63 (13.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Plena

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Plena
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (40.0%)37 (26.6%)
65 to 74 Years16 (61.5%)18 (34.6%)
75 Years and over42 (100.0%)14 (17.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in La Plena

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in La Plena: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (17.6%)19 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)18 (34.6%)
75 Years and over42 (100.0%)14 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in La Plena: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (22.4%)37 (26.6%)
65 to 74 Years16 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (42.9%)14 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in La Plena: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (17.6%)19 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (42.9%)14 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in La Plena: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (17.6%)19 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years16 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (42.9%)14 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in La Plena: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (17.6%)19 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (17.3%)

Technology Access in La Plena

Computing Device Access in La Plena

Computing Device Access in La Plena
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4116.9%
Smartphone7932.6%
Tablet2610.7%
No Computing Device16367.4%
Total242100.0%

Internet Access in La Plena

Internet Access in La Plena
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home10443.0%
Cellular Data Only3715.3%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet10141.7%
Total242100.0%

La Plena Summary

La Plena is a small municipality located in the northern region of Puerto Rico. It is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area. La Plena is bordered by the municipalities of Toa Alta, Bayamón, and Naranjito. The population of La Plena was 8,845 in the 2010 census.

History

La Plena was founded in 1824 by Don Francisco de la Plena. The name of the town is derived from the surname of its founder. The town was originally part of the municipality of Toa Alta, but it was separated in 1824. La Plena was officially recognized as a municipality in 1825.

Geography

La Plena is located in the northern region of Puerto Rico. It is bordered by the municipalities of Toa Alta, Bayamón, and Naranjito. The municipality covers an area of 8.3 square miles (21.5 km2). The terrain is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of the municipality. The highest point is Cerro La Plena, which is located in the northern part of the municipality and has an elevation of 1,067 feet (325 m).

Climate

La Plena has a tropical climate, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature is 78°F (26°C). The average annual precipitation is 64 inches (1,630 mm).

Economy

The economy of La Plena is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the municipality are sugarcane, coffee, and bananas. The municipality also has some light manufacturing and tourism.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, La Plena had a population of 8,845. The population is mostly of Puerto Rican descent. The median household income is $17,845, and the poverty rate is 44.3%. The majority of the population (90.3%) speaks Spanish as their first language.

Education

La Plena has two public schools: Escuela Primaria La Plena and Escuela Secundaria La Plena. The municipality also has two private schools: Colegio San Antonio and Colegio San Juan Bautista.

Conclusion

La Plena is a small municipality located in the northern region of Puerto Rico. It was founded in 1824 and has a population of 8,845. The economy of La Plena is largely based on agriculture, and the main crops grown in the municipality are sugarcane, coffee, and bananas. The majority of the population speaks Spanish as their first language, and the median household income is $17,845. La Plena has two public schools and two private schools.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of La Plena?
Total Population of La Plena is 465.
What is the Total Male Population of La Plena?
Total Male Population of La Plena is 170.
What is the Total Female Population of La Plena?
Total Female Population of La Plena is 295.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in La Plena?
There are 57.63 Males per 100 Females in La Plena.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in La Plena?
There are 173.53 Females per 100 Males in La Plena.
What is the Median Population Age in La Plena?
Median Population Age in La Plena is 56.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in La Plena
Average Family Size in La Plena is 2.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in La Plena
Average Household Size in La Plena is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in La Plena?
Per Capita income in La Plena is $13,328.
What is the Median Family Income in La Plena?
Median Family Income in La Plena is $25,590.
What is the Median Household income in La Plena?
Median Household Income in La Plena is $22,237.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in La Plena?
Inequality or Gini Index in La Plena is 0.33.
How Large is the Labor Force in La Plena?
There are 97 People in the Labor Forcein in La Plena.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in La Plena?
21.7% of People are in the Labor Force in La Plena.
What is the Unemployment Rate in La Plena?
Unemployment Rate in La Plena is 23.7%.