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4,871
TOTAL POPULATION
2,326
MALE POPULATION
2,545
FEMALE POPULATION
91.39
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.42
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$11,869
PER CAPITA INCOME
$23,192
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$19,254
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,300
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,775
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
15.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lares Zip Codes

Lares Area Codes

Race in Lares

The most populous races in Lares are Hispanic or Latino (4,819 | 98.9%), White / Caucasian (3,962 | 81.3%), and Two or more Races (468 | 9.6%).
Race in Lares
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American962.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4,81998.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,96281.3%
Two or more Races4689.6%
Some other Race3457.1%
Total4,871100.0%

Ancestry in Lares

The most populous ancestries reported in Lares are Puerto Rican (4,753 | 97.6%), Central American Indian (77 | 1.6%), Dominican (29 | 0.6%), Italian (21 | 0.4%), and French (12 | 0.3%), together accounting for 100.4% of all Lares residents.
Ancestry in Lares
Ancestry# Population% Population
American30.1%
Central American90.2%
Central American Indian771.6%
Dominican290.6%
French120.3%
Italian210.4%
Nicaraguan90.2%
Puerto Rican4,75397.6%
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Immigrants in Lares

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

Sex and Age in Lares

The most populous age groups in Lares are 10 to 14 Years (199 | 8.6%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (242 | 9.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lares
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (3.4%)113 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Years59 (2.5%)93 (3.6%)
10 to 14 Years199 (8.6%)69 (2.7%)
15 to 19 Years141 (6.1%)115 (4.5%)
20 to 24 Years99 (4.3%)174 (6.8%)
25 to 29 Years172 (7.4%)48 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Years145 (6.2%)164 (6.4%)
35 to 39 Years136 (5.9%)87 (3.4%)
40 to 44 Years147 (6.3%)119 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years177 (7.6%)153 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years92 (4.0%)218 (8.6%)
55 to 59 Years179 (7.7%)216 (8.5%)
60 to 64 Years184 (7.9%)241 (9.5%)
65 to 69 Years97 (4.2%)242 (9.5%)
70 to 74 Years117 (5.0%)115 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years76 (3.3%)142 (5.6%)
80 to 84 Years165 (7.1%)127 (5.0%)
85 Years and over61 (2.6%)109 (4.3%)
Total2,326 (100.0%)2,545 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lares

Median Family Size in Lares

The median family size in Lares is 2.89 persons per family, with single female/mother families (445 | 32.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (719 | 53.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.83 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lares
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple719 (53.2%)2.83
Single Male/Father188 (13.9%)2.83
Single Female/Mother445 (32.9%)3.02
Total Families1,352 (100.0%)2.89

Median Household Size in Lares

The median household size in Lares is 2.37 persons per household, with single female/mother households (445 | 21.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.17 persons per household. non-family households (682 | 33.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lares
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple719 (35.3%)2.83
Single Male/Father188 (9.2%)3.10
Single Female/Mother445 (21.9%)3.17
Non-family682 (33.5%)1.17
Total Households2,034 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lares

Out of a total of 2,034 households in Lares, 1,352 (66.5%) are family households, while 682 (33.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 709, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 564.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lares
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-564 (27.7%)
2-Person Households709 (34.9%)118 (5.8%)
3-Person Households364 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households256 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households23 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,352 (66.5%)682 (33.5%)

Female Fertility in Lares

Fertility by Age in Lares

Average fertility rate in Lares is 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lares
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years29 (100.0%)75.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total29 (100.0%)34.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lares

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lares
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Lares

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lares
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma29 (100.0%)242.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total29 (100.0%)34.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lares

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lares
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
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%)29 (100.0%)

Income in Lares

Income Overview in Lares

Per Capita Income in Lares is $11,869, while median incomes of families and households are $23,192 and $19,254 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,871$11,869
Median Family Income1,352$23,192
Mean Family Income1,352$30,085
Median Household Income2,034$19,254
Mean Household Income2,034$25,925
Income Deficit1,352$11,300
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,87122.20%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,87177.80¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,8710.49

Earnings by Sex in Lares

Average Earnings in Lares are $15,014, $14,122 for men and $18,151 for women, a difference of 22.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Lares
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,016 (61.7%)$14,122
Female630 (38.3%)$18,151
Total1,646 (100.0%)$15,014

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lares

The most common earnings brackets in Lares are $10,000 to $12,499 for men (190 | 18.7%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (73 | 11.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lares
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less74 (7.3%)58 (9.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99961 (6.0%)45 (7.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49932 (3.2%)30 (4.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99966 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499190 (18.7%)67 (10.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999131 (12.9%)68 (10.8%)
$15,000 to $17,499154 (15.2%)28 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99945 (4.4%)73 (11.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49931 (3.0%)50 (7.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99953 (5.2%)22 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99927 (2.7%)50 (7.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99937 (3.6%)64 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99948 (4.7%)31 (4.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99915 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)28 (4.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)11 (1.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99910 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)5 (0.8%)
$100,000+42 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,016 (100.0%)630 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lares

Average earnings in Lares are $14,923 for men and $19,538 for women, a difference of 23.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $140,313, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $12,765. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $30,403, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $4,097.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lares
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$15,904$4,097
High School Diploma$12,765$12,917
College or Associate's Degree$15,675$18,636
Bachelor's Degree$14,141$30,403
Graduate Degree$140,313$0
Total$14,923$19,538

Family Income in Lares

Family Income Brackets in Lares

According to the Lares family income data, there are 329 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 8 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lares
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00029321.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991017.5%
$15,000 to $24,99932924.3%
$25,000 to $34,99919514.4%
$35,000 to $49,99925318.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991128.3%
$75,000 to $99,999322.4%
$100,000 to $149,999191.4%
$150,000 to $199,99990.7%
$200,000+80.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lares

4-person families (190 | 14.1%) account for the highest median family income in Lares with $36,875 per family, while 2-person families (749 | 55.4%) have the highest median income of $11,594 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lares
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families749 (55.4%)$23,189
3-Person Families390 (28.8%)$20,192
4-Person Families190 (14.1%)$36,875
5-Person Families23 (1.7%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,352 (100.0%)$23,192

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lares

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lares
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners513 (37.9%)$16,250
1 Earner517 (38.2%)$28,299
2 Earners314 (23.2%)$39,063
3+ Earners8 (0.6%)$0
Total1,352 (100.0%)$23,192

Household Income in Lares

Household Income Brackets in Lares

With 572 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Lares, accounting for 28.1% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lares
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00057228.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991919.4%
$15,000 to $24,99948023.6%
$25,000 to $34,99925012.3%
$35,000 to $49,99932516.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991386.8%
$75,000 to $99,999331.6%
$100,000 to $149,999261.3%
$150,000 to $199,99980.4%
$200,000+80.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lares

The median household income in Lares is $19,254, with the highest median household income of $27,679 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 411 households (20.2%) 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 21 households (1.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lares
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years21 (1.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years411 (20.2%)$27,679
45 to 64 Years848 (41.7%)$20,536
65+ Years754 (37.1%)$18,015
Total2,034 (100.0%)$19,254

Poverty in Lares

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lares

With 48.8% poverty level for males and 51.8% for females among the residents of Lares, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 59 males (100.0%) and 111 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lares
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years49 (61.3%)111 (100.0%)
5 Years59 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years51 (62.2%)30 (44.8%)
12 to 14 Years45 (39.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years10 (100.0%)13 (61.9%)
16 and 17 Years9 (23.1%)34 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years139 (73.2%)123 (52.6%)
25 to 34 Years126 (39.8%)139 (65.6%)
35 to 44 Years93 (32.9%)86 (41.7%)
45 to 54 Years178 (66.2%)195 (52.6%)
55 to 64 Years133 (36.6%)177 (38.7%)
65 to 74 Years95 (44.4%)151 (42.3%)
75 Years and over143 (48.3%)182 (51.7%)
Total1,130 (48.8%)1,303 (51.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lares

According to the poverty statistics in Lares, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 76.9% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lares
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years31 (38.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (37.8%)37 (55.2%)
12 to 14 Years70 (60.9%)32 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)8 (38.1%)
16 and 17 Years30 (76.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years51 (26.8%)111 (47.4%)
25 to 34 Years191 (60.3%)73 (34.4%)
35 to 44 Years190 (67.1%)120 (58.3%)
45 to 54 Years91 (33.8%)176 (47.4%)
55 to 64 Years230 (63.4%)280 (61.3%)
65 to 74 Years119 (55.6%)206 (57.7%)
75 Years and over153 (51.7%)170 (48.3%)
Total1,187 (51.2%)1,213 (48.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lares

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lares show that 36.3% or 261 of the total 719 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 32.6%, which includes 184 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lares
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children380 (67.4%)184 (32.6%)
1 or 2 Children78 (55.3%)63 (44.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total458 (63.7%)261 (36.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lares

According to the poverty data in Lares, 66.0% or 124 single-father households and 49.9% or 222 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 75 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 117 households (69.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lares
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children49 (43.4%)105 (37.9%)
1 or 2 Children75 (100.0%)117 (69.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total124 (66.0%)222 (49.9%)

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

The poverty data for Lares shows that 261 of the married-couple family households (36.3%) and 346 of the single-parent households (54.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 192 household (79.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lares
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children184 (32.6%)154 (39.5%)
1 or 2 Children63 (44.7%)192 (79.0%)
3 or 4 Children14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total261 (36.3%)346 (54.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Lares

Employment by Class of Employer in Lares

Among the 1,492 employed individuals in Lares, private company employees (783 | 52.5%), state government employees (267 | 17.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (183 | 12.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lares
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees78352.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)100.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)18312.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations805.4%
Local Government Employees15710.5%
State Government Employees26717.9%
Federal Government Employees120.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,492100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lares

According to the labor force statistics for Lares, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,226), 42.0% or 1,775 individuals are in the labor force, with 15.1% or 268 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 86.8% or 191 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 61.1% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lares
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years18 (8.0%)11 (61.1%)
20 to 24 Years180 (65.9%)39 (21.7%)
25 to 29 Years191 (86.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years230 (74.4%)17 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years339 (69.3%)109 (32.2%)
45 to 54 Years443 (69.2%)54 (12.2%)
55 to 59 Years194 (49.1%)19 (9.8%)
60 to 64 Years144 (33.9%)8 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over26 (3.8%)10 (38.5%)
Total1,775 (42.0%)268 (15.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lares

According to labor force statistics for Lares, 62.2% of individuals (1,541) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,478) are in the labor force, with 13.4% or 206 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 69.2% or 616 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.1% or 99 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lares
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School135 (41.7%)19 (5.9%)
High School Diploma358 (56.8%)98 (15.6%)
College / Associate Degree616 (69.2%)143 (16.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher432 (68.1%)65 (10.2%)
Total1,541 (62.2%)332 (13.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lares

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lares are Community & Social Service (153 | 10.2%), Education Instruction & Library (124 | 8.2%), Management (111 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (108 | 7.2%), and Health Technologists (89 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lares

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lares, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Management (72.1%), and Health Technologists (68.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (90.3%), Community & Social Service (89.5%), and Education, Arts & Media (86.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lares
OccupationMaleFemale
Management80 (72.1%)31 (27.9%)
Business & Financial16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)
Community & Social Service 16 (10.5%)137 (89.5%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (13.8%)25 (86.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (9.7%)112 (90.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating61 (56.5%)47 (43.5%)
Health Technologists61 (68.5%)28 (31.5%)
Total (Category)180 (44.3%)226 (55.7%)
Total (Overall)921 (61.2%)585 (38.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lares are Personal Care & Service (88 | 5.8%), Security & Protection (76 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (68 | 4.5%), Law Enforcement (41 | 2.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (35 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Lares

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lares, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (82.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (79.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (56.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lares
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Security & Protection63 (82.9%)13 (17.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement28 (68.3%)13 (31.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance54 (79.4%)14 (20.6%)
Personal Care & Service38 (43.2%)50 (56.8%)
Total (Category)155 (54.4%)130 (45.6%)
Total (Overall)921 (61.2%)585 (38.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lares are Office & Administration (220 | 14.6%), and Sales & Related (101 | 6.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lares

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lares
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related77 (76.2%)24 (23.8%)
Office & Administration57 (25.9%)163 (74.1%)
Total (Category)134 (41.7%)187 (58.3%)
Total (Overall)921 (61.2%)585 (38.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lares are Construction & Extraction (92 | 6.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (43 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (26 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lares

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lares
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)921 (61.2%)585 (38.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lares are Production (177 | 11.7%), Material Moving (133 | 8.8%), and Transportation (23 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lares

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lares
OccupationMaleFemale
Production135 (76.3%)42 (23.7%)
Transportation23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)291 (87.4%)42 (12.6%)
Total (Overall)921 (61.2%)585 (38.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lares

Employment Industries in Lares

The major employment industries in Lares include Public Administration (205 | 13.6%), Manufacturing (204 | 13.6%), Retail Trade (186 | 12.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (169 | 11.2%), and Educational Services (167 | 11.1%).
Employment Industries in Lares

Employment Industries by Sex in Lares

The Lares industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lares
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing159 (77.9%)45 (22.1%)
Wholesale Trade15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade124 (66.7%)62 (33.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support110 (88.7%)14 (11.3%)
Educational Services40 (23.9%)127 (76.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance30 (17.7%)139 (82.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services79 (69.9%)34 (30.1%)
Public Administration138 (67.3%)67 (32.7%)
Total921 (61.2%)585 (38.8%)

Education in Lares

School Enrollment in Lares

The most common levels of schooling among the 891 students in Lares are high school (233 | 26.2%), college / undergraduate (220 | 24.7%), and middle school (184 | 20.6%).
School Enrollment in Lares
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool879.8%
Kindergarten596.6%
Elementary School455.1%
Middle School18420.6%
High School23326.2%
College / Undergraduate22024.7%
Graduate / Professional637.1%
Total891100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lares

Out of a total of 891 students who are enrolled in schools in Lares, 111 (12.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 780 (87.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (100.0% 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 25 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lares
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old151 (99.3%)1 (0.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds254 (94.8%)14 (5.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds104 (99.1%)1 (0.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds87 (67.4%)42 (32.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds133 (92.4%)11 (7.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
35 Years and over26 (61.9%)16 (38.1%)
Total780 (87.5%)111 (12.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lares

Education (262 | 28.8%), arts & humanities (132 | 14.5%), business (122 | 13.4%), science & technology (96 | 10.5%), and psychology (79 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 910 individuals in Lares who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lares
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics192.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural616.7%
Physical & Health Sciences343.7%
Psychology798.7%
Social Sciences424.6%
Engineering364.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies212.3%
Science & Technology9610.5%
Business12213.4%
Education26228.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History60.7%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities13214.5%
Total910100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lares

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lares

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lares are males with 2 vehicles (472, accounting for 52.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (323, making up 80.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lares
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle42 (4.7%)9 (1.5%)
1 Vehicle236 (26.2%)120 (20.5%)
2 Vehicles472 (52.4%)323 (55.2%)
3 Vehicles126 (14.0%)111 (19.0%)
4 Vehicles24 (2.7%)22 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total900 (100.0%)585 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lares

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lares are 20 to 24 minutes (320 commuters, 22.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (255 commuters, 17.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (144 commuters, 9.9%).
Commute Time in Lares
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes332.3%
5 to 9 Minutes25517.5%
10 to 14 Minutes1449.9%
15 to 19 Minutes1389.5%
20 to 24 Minutes32022.0%
25 to 29 Minutes1087.4%
30 to 34 Minutes775.3%
35 to 39 Minutes211.4%
40 to 44 Minutes533.6%
45 to 59 Minutes1198.2%
60 to 89 Minutes1429.8%
90 or more Minutes453.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Lares

The most common commute times in Lares are 20 to 24 minutes (165 commuters, 18.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (155 commuters, 27.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lares
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes10 (1.1%)23 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes110 (12.4%)145 (25.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes95 (10.7%)49 (8.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes121 (13.7%)17 (3.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes165 (18.6%)155 (27.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes95 (10.7%)13 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes52 (5.9%)25 (4.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes21 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes31 (3.5%)22 (3.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes57 (6.4%)62 (10.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes95 (10.7%)47 (8.3%)
90 or more Minutes34 (3.8%)11 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lares

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lares are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (175, 19.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (205, 36.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lares
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM20 (2.3%)34 (6.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM40 (4.5%)26 (4.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM37 (4.2%)28 (4.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM85 (9.6%)29 (5.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM49 (5.5%)68 (11.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM175 (19.8%)205 (36.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM39 (4.4%)67 (11.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM174 (19.6%)60 (10.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM123 (13.9%)13 (2.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (1.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM84 (9.5%)19 (3.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM60 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total886 (100.0%)569 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lares

Occupancy by Ownership in Lares

Of the total 2,034 dwellings in Lares, owner-occupied units account for 1,140 (56.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 894 (44.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lares
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,14056.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units89444.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,034100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lares

Occupancy by Household Size in Lares
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household56427.7%
2-Person Household82740.7%
3-Person Household36417.9%
4+ Person Household27913.7%
Total Housing Units2,034100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lares

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lares
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household294 (52.1%)270 (47.9%)
2-Person Household484 (58.5%)343 (41.5%)
3-Person Household204 (56.0%)160 (44.0%)
4+ Person Household158 (56.6%)121 (43.4%)
Total Housing Units1,140 (56.0%)894 (44.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lares

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lares
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School273 (52.3%)249 (47.7%)
High School Diploma297 (59.5%)202 (40.5%)
College/Associate Degree265 (45.1%)323 (54.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher305 (71.8%)120 (28.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lares

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lares
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2029.9%
35 to 44 Years23011.3%
45 to 54 Years32315.9%
55 to 64 Years52525.8%
65 to 74 Years36718.0%
75 to 84 Years30314.9%
85 Years and Over844.1%
Total2,034100.0%

Housing Finances in Lares

Median Income by Occupancy in Lares

Median Income by Occupancy in Lares
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,140 (56.0%)$21,964
Renter-Occupied894 (44.0%)$14,524
Average2,034 (100.0%)$19,254

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lares

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lares
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00068 (6.0%)256 (28.6%)
$5,000 to $9,999121 (10.6%)127 (14.2%)
$10,000 to $14,999124 (10.9%)68 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $19,999213 (18.7%)77 (8.6%)
$20,000 to $24,999112 (9.8%)78 (8.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99998 (8.6%)152 (17.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999236 (20.7%)90 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999128 (11.2%)10 (1.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (2.0%)10 (1.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)26 (2.9%)
$150,000 or more17 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,140 (100.0%)894 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lares

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lares
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300755 (66.2%)52 (5.8%)
$300 to $49991 (8.0%)279 (31.2%)
$500 to $799174 (15.3%)248 (27.7%)
$800 to $99982 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49925 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99913 (1.1%)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%)
Total1,140 (100.0%)894 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lares

Housing Structures in Lares

Housing Structures in Lares
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,37367.5%
Single Unit, Attached31815.6%
2 Unit Apartments422.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1698.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments753.7%
10 or more Apartments572.8%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total2,034100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lares

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lares
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached945 (68.8%)428 (31.2%)
Single Unit, Attached108 (34.0%)210 (66.0%)
2 Unit Apartments35 (83.3%)7 (16.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments25 (14.8%)144 (85.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)75 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments27 (47.4%)30 (52.6%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,140 (56.0%)894 (44.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lares

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lares
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room4 (0.4%)19 (2.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms17 (1.5%)31 (3.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms926 (81.2%)706 (79.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms139 (12.2%)138 (15.4%)
8 or more Rooms54 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,140 (100.0%)894 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lares

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lares
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas9 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity65 (5.7%)91 (10.2%)
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 Used1,066 (93.5%)803 (89.8%)
Total1,140 (100.0%)894 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lares

Household Vehicle Usage in Lares
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle141 (12.4%)230 (25.7%)
1 Vehicle412 (36.1%)389 (43.5%)
2 Vehicles448 (39.3%)218 (24.4%)
3 or more Vehicles139 (12.2%)57 (6.4%)
Total1,140 (100.0%)894 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lares

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lares

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units803337
Median Property Value$96,800$108,400
Median Household Income$19,408$17
Monthly Housing Costs$153$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$322

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lares

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lares
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000124 (15.4%)7 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999315 (39.2%)104 (30.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999352 (43.8%)226 (67.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99912 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$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%)
Total803 (100.0%)337 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lares

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lares
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000189 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999307 (38.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99978 (9.7%)142 (42.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999135 (16.8%)20 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99980 (10.0%)101 (30.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99914 (1.7%)48 (14.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.7%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total803 (100.0%)337 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lares

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lares
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x139 (17.3%)38,403 (11,395.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x106 (13.2%)85 (25.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x96 (12.0%)94 (27.9%)
4.0x or more439 (54.7%)23 (6.8%)
Total803 (100.0%)337 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lares

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lares
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80031 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49921 (2.6%)10 (3.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total803 (100.0%)337 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lares

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lares

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lares
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years312 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years478 (96.4%)18 (3.6%)
19 to 25 Years405 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years361 (79.9%)91 (20.1%)
35 to 44 Years419 (85.7%)70 (14.3%)
45 to 54 Years599 (93.6%)41 (6.4%)
55 to 64 Years757 (92.3%)63 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years571 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older648 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,550 (94.1%)283 (5.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lares

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lares
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born312 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen478 (96.4%)18 (3.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen405 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lares

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lares
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,469 (95.0%)130 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,422 (92.5%)115 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999383 (92.5%)31 (7.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999149 (95.5%)7 (4.5%)
$100,000 and over117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lares

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lares
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6301 (96.5%)27 (8.6%)
6 to 18 Years366 (73.8%)112 (22.6%)
19 to 25 Years312 (77.0%)109 (26.9%)
25 to 34 Years295 (65.3%)76 (16.8%)
35 to 44 Years335 (68.5%)84 (17.2%)
45 to 54 Years354 (55.3%)245 (38.3%)
55 to 64 Years433 (52.8%)334 (40.7%)
65 to 74 Years543 (95.1%)130 (22.8%)
75 Years and over620 (95.7%)63 (9.7%)
Total3,559 (73.6%)1,180 (24.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lares

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lares
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years26 (8.5%)62 (28.7%)
18 to 34 Years36 (7.1%)53 (11.9%)
35 to 64 Years271 (29.6%)193 (18.7%)
65 to 74 Years68 (31.8%)146 (40.9%)
75 Years and over187 (63.2%)165 (46.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lares

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lares: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)62 (28.7%)
18 to 34 Years10 (2.0%)45 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years61 (6.7%)21 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (6.5%)5 (1.4%)
75 Years and over34 (11.5%)27 (7.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lares: <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%)29 (6.5%)
35 to 64 Years87 (9.5%)84 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years16 (7.5%)25 (7.0%)
75 Years and over125 (42.2%)50 (14.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lares: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years26 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years26 (5.1%)24 (5.4%)
35 to 64 Years177 (19.3%)124 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years68 (31.8%)11 (3.1%)
75 Years and over74 (25.0%)55 (15.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lares: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (3.6%)
35 to 64 Years108 (11.8%)157 (15.2%)
65 to 74 Years30 (14.0%)134 (37.5%)
75 Years and over154 (52.0%)90 (25.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lares: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (3.6%)
35 to 64 Years80 (8.7%)24 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years14 (6.5%)37 (10.4%)
75 Years and over88 (29.7%)33 (9.4%)

Technology Access in Lares

Computing Device Access in Lares

Computing Device Access in Lares
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop84741.6%
Smartphone1,54576.0%
Tablet50825.0%
No Computing Device41120.2%
Total2,034100.0%

Internet Access in Lares

Internet Access in Lares
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet80.4%
Broadband Home83941.2%
Cellular Data Only52425.8%
Satellite Internet1226.0%
No Internet50424.8%
Total2,034100.0%

Lares Summary

Lares, Puerto Rico is a municipality located in the western region of the island of Puerto Rico. It is bordered by the municipalities of Adjuntas, Utuado, and Hatillo. The town of Lares is the administrative center of the municipality and is located in the central part of the municipality.

History

The area of Lares was originally inhabited by the Taíno Indians. The Taíno Indians were the first inhabitants of Puerto Rico and were a peaceful people who lived in small villages and practiced agriculture. The Taíno Indians were eventually displaced by the Spanish who arrived in Puerto Rico in the early 16th century.
The town of Lares was founded in 1827 by Don Salvador Meléndez and Don Manuel de la Torre. The town was named after the Spanish word for “valley”, which is “lares”. The town was originally a small agricultural village and was known for its coffee production.
In 1868, the town of Lares was the site of the Grito de Lares, a revolt against Spanish rule. The revolt was led by Ramón Emeterio Betances and Segundo Ruiz Belvis and was the first major revolt against Spanish rule in Puerto Rico. The revolt was unsuccessful and the leaders were exiled.
In 1898, Puerto Rico was ceded to the United States as a result of the Spanish-American War. The town of Lares was incorporated as a municipality in 1902.

Geography

Lares is located in the western region of Puerto Rico and is bordered by the municipalities of Adjuntas, Utuado, and Hatillo. The municipality has a total area of 79.9 square miles and is divided into 11 barrios. The terrain of the municipality is mostly mountainous and is part of the Cordillera Central mountain range.
The highest point in the municipality is Cerro de Punta, which has an elevation of 4,390 feet. The municipality is also home to several rivers, including the Grande de Lares, the Guajataca, and the Culebrinas.

Economy

The economy of Lares is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The municipality is known for its production of coffee, bananas, and other agricultural products. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with many visitors coming to the municipality to enjoy its natural beauty and outdoor activities.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lares was 24,824. The population is mostly of Puerto Rican descent, with a small percentage of African and European descent. The majority of the population is Roman Catholic.
The median household income in Lares is $14,845, which is lower than the median household income for Puerto Rico as a whole. The unemployment rate in Lares is also higher than the national average, at 16.2%.

Conclusion

Lares, Puerto Rico is a municipality located in the western region of the island of Puerto Rico. It is bordered by the municipalities of Adjuntas, Utuado, and Hatillo. The town of Lares is the administrative center of the municipality and is located in the central part of the municipality. The economy of Lares is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the population is mostly of Puerto Rican descent. The median household income in Lares is lower than the median household income for Puerto Rico as a whole, and the unemployment rate is higher than the national average.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lares?
Total Population of Lares is 4,871.
What is the Total Male Population of Lares?
Total Male Population of Lares is 2,326.
What is the Total Female Population of Lares?
Total Female Population of Lares is 2,545.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lares?
There are 91.39 Males per 100 Females in Lares.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lares?
There are 109.42 Females per 100 Males in Lares.
What is the Median Population Age in Lares?
Median Population Age in Lares is 49.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lares
Average Family Size in Lares is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lares
Average Household Size in Lares is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lares?
Per Capita income in Lares is $11,869.
What is the Median Family Income in Lares?
Median Family Income in Lares is $23,192.
What is the Median Household income in Lares?
Median Household Income in Lares is $19,254.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lares?
Income or Wage Gap in Lares is 22.2%.
Women in Lares earn 77.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lares?
Family Income Deficit in Lares is $11,300.
Families that are below poverty line in Lares earn $11,300 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lares?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lares is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lares?
There are 1,775 People in the Labor Forcein in Lares.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lares?
42.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Lares.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lares?
Unemployment Rate in Lares is 15.1%.