Loiza, PR

Loiza Overview

2,714
TOTAL POPULATION
1,122
MALE POPULATION
1,592
FEMALE POPULATION
70.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
141.89
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$9,047
PER CAPITA INCOME
$15,808
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$12,104
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,053
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
46.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
33.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Loiza Zip Codes

Race in Loiza

The most populous races in Loiza are Hispanic or Latino (2,714 | 100.0%), Some other Race (1,216 | 44.8%), and Black / African American (893 | 32.9%).
Race in Loiza
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American89332.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,714100.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian40815.0%
Two or more Races1977.3%
Some other Race1,21644.8%
Total2,714100.0%

Ancestry in Loiza

The most populous ancestries reported in Loiza are Puerto Rican (2,650 | 97.6%), Dominican (42 | 1.5%), American (19 | 0.7%), Colombian (16 | 0.6%), and South American (16 | 0.6%), together accounting for 101.1% of all Loiza residents.
Ancestry in Loiza
Ancestry# Population% Population
American190.7%
Colombian160.6%
Dominican421.5%
Mexican60.2%
Puerto Rican2,65097.6%
South American160.6%
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Immigrants in Loiza

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

Sex and Age in Loiza

The most populous age groups in Loiza are 50 to 54 Years (117 | 10.4%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (157 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Loiza
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (1.6%)39 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years69 (6.1%)38 (2.4%)
10 to 14 Years114 (10.2%)157 (9.9%)
15 to 19 Years33 (2.9%)129 (8.1%)
20 to 24 Years114 (10.2%)139 (8.7%)
25 to 29 Years66 (5.9%)81 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)117 (7.3%)
35 to 39 Years43 (3.8%)51 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Years58 (5.2%)124 (7.8%)
45 to 49 Years89 (7.9%)97 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years117 (10.4%)91 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years57 (5.1%)103 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years97 (8.6%)87 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years84 (7.5%)58 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years31 (2.8%)61 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years68 (6.1%)104 (6.5%)
80 to 84 Years28 (2.5%)57 (3.6%)
85 Years and over36 (3.2%)59 (3.7%)
Total1,122 (100.0%)1,592 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Loiza

Median Family Size in Loiza

The median family size in Loiza is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (246 | 34.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (427 | 59.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.68 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Loiza
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple246 (34.2%)3.46
Single Male/Father47 (6.5%)3.17
Single Female/Mother427 (59.3%)2.68
Total Families720 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Loiza

The median household size in Loiza is 2.30 persons per household, with married-couple households (246 | 20.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (459 | 38.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Loiza
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple246 (20.9%)3.51
Single Male/Father47 (4.0%)3.43
Single Female/Mother427 (36.2%)2.76
Non-family459 (38.9%)1.12
Total Households1,179 (100.0%)2.30

Household Size by Marriage Status in Loiza

Out of a total of 1,179 households in Loiza, 720 (61.1%) are family households, while 459 (38.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 405, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 410.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Loiza
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-410 (34.8%)
2-Person Households405 (34.4%)49 (4.2%)
3-Person Households150 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households116 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households39 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households10 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total720 (61.1%)459 (38.9%)

Female Fertility in Loiza

Fertility by Age in Loiza

Female Fertility by Age in Loiza
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 Loiza

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Loiza
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 Loiza

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Loiza
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 Loiza

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Loiza
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 Loiza

Income Overview in Loiza

Per Capita Income in Loiza is $9,047, while median incomes of families and households are $15,808 and $12,104 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,714$9,047
Median Family Income720$15,808
Mean Family Income720$22,637
Median Household Income1,179$12,104
Mean Household Income1,179$19,498
Income Deficit720$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,71427.95%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,71472.05¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,7140.53

Earnings by Sex in Loiza

Average Earnings in Loiza are $16,071, $18,092 for men and $13,036 for women, a difference of 28.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Loiza
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male292 (36.0%)$18,092
Female518 (63.9%)$13,036
Total810 (100.0%)$16,071

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Loiza

The most common earnings brackets in Loiza are $15,000 to $17,499 for men (41 | 14.0%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (126 | 24.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Loiza
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (5.8%)19 (3.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99914 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (3.1%)126 (24.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99930 (10.3%)54 (10.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49914 (4.8%)57 (11.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (4.1%)14 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49941 (14.0%)50 (9.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99938 (13.0%)12 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49911 (3.8%)40 (7.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99918 (6.2%)45 (8.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99930 (10.3%)31 (6.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99919 (6.5%)7 (1.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99930 (10.3%)22 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)19 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9999 (3.1%)12 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)10 (1.9%)
$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%)
Total292 (100.0%)518 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Loiza

Average earnings in Loiza are $18,651 for men and $17,125 for women, a difference of 8.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $24,653, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $16,583. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,125, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $11,023.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Loiza
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$16,583$0
High School Diploma$18,229$11,023
College or Associate's Degree$24,653$22,617
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$18,651$17,125

Family Income in Loiza

Family Income Brackets in Loiza

According to the Loiza family income data, there are 278 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 38.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Loiza
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00027838.6%
$10,000 to $14,999618.5%
$15,000 to $24,99913518.8%
$25,000 to $34,999547.5%
$35,000 to $49,999659.0%
$50,000 to $74,99910714.9%
$75,000 to $99,999202.8%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Loiza

5-person families (49 | 6.8%) account for the highest median family income in Loiza with $55,469 per family, while 3-person families (105 | 14.6%) have the highest median income of $11,701 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Loiza
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families450 (62.5%)$11,277
3-Person Families105 (14.6%)$35,104
4-Person Families116 (16.1%)$0
5-Person Families49 (6.8%)$55,469
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total720 (100.0%)$15,808

Family Income by Number of Earners in Loiza

Family Income by Number of Earners in Loiza
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners321 (44.6%)$0
1 Earner276 (38.3%)$17,596
2 Earners102 (14.2%)$36,196
3+ Earners21 (2.9%)$0
Total720 (100.0%)$15,808

Household Income in Loiza

Household Income Brackets in Loiza

With 439 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Loiza, accounting for 37.2% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Loiza
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00043937.2%
$10,000 to $14,99922218.8%
$15,000 to $24,99921017.8%
$25,000 to $34,999857.2%
$35,000 to $49,999776.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991179.9%
$75,000 to $99,999292.5%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Loiza

The median household income in Loiza is $12,104, with the highest median household income of $16,000 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 364 households (30.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $10,036, with 69 households (5.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Loiza
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years69 (5.9%)$10,036
25 to 44 Years302 (25.6%)$12,195
45 to 64 Years364 (30.9%)$16,000
65+ Years444 (37.7%)$12,283
Total1,179 (100.0%)$12,104

Poverty in Loiza

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Loiza

With 57.7% poverty level for males and 63.5% for females among the residents of Loiza, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 18 males (100.0%) and 39 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Loiza
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
5 Years29 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years54 (90.0%)78 (83.0%)
12 to 14 Years75 (100.0%)74 (73.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)43 (55.8%)
18 to 24 Years79 (57.7%)120 (62.8%)
25 to 34 Years42 (63.6%)156 (78.8%)
35 to 44 Years40 (39.6%)109 (62.3%)
45 to 54 Years129 (62.6%)68 (36.2%)
55 to 64 Years59 (38.3%)75 (39.5%)
65 to 74 Years67 (58.3%)59 (49.6%)
75 Years and over48 (36.4%)190 (86.4%)
Total640 (57.7%)1,011 (63.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Loiza

According to the poverty statistics in Loiza, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 63.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Loiza
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years7 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (10.0%)16 (17.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)27 (26.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (100.0%)34 (44.2%)
18 to 24 Years58 (42.3%)71 (37.2%)
25 to 34 Years24 (36.4%)42 (21.2%)
35 to 44 Years61 (60.4%)66 (37.7%)
45 to 54 Years77 (37.4%)120 (63.8%)
55 to 64 Years95 (61.7%)115 (60.5%)
65 to 74 Years48 (41.7%)60 (50.4%)
75 Years and over84 (63.6%)30 (13.6%)
Total470 (42.3%)581 (36.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Loiza

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Loiza show that 35.4% or 87 of the total 246 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 51.8%, comprising of 43 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 27.0%, which includes 44 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Loiza
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children119 (73.0%)44 (27.0%)
1 or 2 Children40 (48.2%)43 (51.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total159 (64.6%)87 (35.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Loiza

According to the poverty data in Loiza, 57.5% or 27 single-father households and 78.9% or 337 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 10 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Loiza
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children17 (46.0%)137 (71.0%)
1 or 2 Children10 (100.0%)158 (82.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (57.5%)337 (78.9%)

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

The poverty data for Loiza shows that 87 of the married-couple family households (35.4%) and 364 of the single-parent households (76.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (51.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Loiza
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children44 (27.0%)154 (67.0%)
1 or 2 Children43 (51.8%)168 (83.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (35.4%)364 (76.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Loiza

Employment by Class of Employer in Loiza

Among the 693 employed individuals in Loiza, private company employees (406 | 58.6%), state government employees (140 | 20.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (64 | 9.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Loiza
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees40658.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)649.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations101.4%
Local Government Employees628.9%
State Government Employees14020.2%
Federal Government Employees111.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total693100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Loiza

According to the labor force statistics for Loiza, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,279), 46.2% or 1,053 individuals are in the labor force, with 33.2% or 350 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 83.3% or 230 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 45.7% or 16 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Loiza
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years35 (21.6%)16 (45.7%)
20 to 24 Years182 (71.9%)77 (42.3%)
25 to 29 Years111 (75.5%)36 (32.4%)
30 to 34 Years75 (64.1%)25 (33.3%)
35 to 44 Years230 (83.3%)69 (30.0%)
45 to 54 Years250 (63.5%)76 (30.4%)
55 to 59 Years73 (45.6%)19 (26.0%)
60 to 64 Years83 (45.1%)32 (38.6%)
65 to 74 Years14 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,053 (46.2%)350 (33.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Loiza

According to labor force statistics for Loiza, 64.3% of individuals (822) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,278) are in the labor force, with 31.3% or 257 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 81.0% or 94 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 47.7% or 93 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Loiza
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School52 (32.9%)58 (36.5%)
High School Diploma481 (68.0%)213 (30.1%)
College / Associate Degree195 (65.7%)142 (47.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher94 (81.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total822 (64.3%)400 (31.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Loiza

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Loiza are Health Diagnosing & Treating (47 | 6.7%), Business & Financial (33 | 4.7%), Health Technologists (25 | 3.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (16 | 2.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (16 | 2.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Loiza

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Loiza, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (56.2%), Computers & Mathematics (56.2%), and Business & Financial (24.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Loiza
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Business & Financial8 (24.2%)25 (75.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Computers & Mathematics9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Total (Category)17 (14.1%)104 (86.0%)
Total (Overall)245 (34.8%)458 (65.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Loiza are Cleaning & Maintenance (77 | 11.0%), Security & Protection (47 | 6.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (45 | 6.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (42 | 6.0%), and Healthcare Support (35 | 5.0%).
Services Occupations in Loiza

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Loiza, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Security & Protection (44.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (61.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Loiza
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Security & Protection21 (44.7%)26 (55.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention16 (38.1%)26 (61.9%)
Law Enforcement5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance33 (42.9%)44 (57.1%)
Personal Care & Service11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)65 (30.2%)150 (69.8%)
Total (Overall)245 (34.8%)458 (65.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Loiza are Office & Administration (146 | 20.8%), and Sales & Related (50 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Loiza

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Loiza
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related17 (34.0%)33 (66.0%)
Office & Administration11 (7.5%)135 (92.5%)
Total (Category)28 (14.3%)168 (85.7%)
Total (Overall)245 (34.8%)458 (65.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Loiza are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (41 | 5.8%), and Construction & Extraction (30 | 4.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Loiza

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Loiza
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair24 (58.5%)17 (41.5%)
Total (Category)54 (76.1%)17 (23.9%)
Total (Overall)245 (34.8%)458 (65.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Loiza are Production (39 | 5.6%), Material Moving (33 | 4.7%), and Transportation (28 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Loiza

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Loiza
OccupationMaleFemale
Production39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving14 (42.4%)19 (57.6%)
Total (Category)81 (81.0%)19 (19.0%)
Total (Overall)245 (34.8%)458 (65.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Loiza

Employment Industries in Loiza

The major employment industries in Loiza include Health Care & Social Assistance (142 | 20.2%), Retail Trade (88 | 12.5%), Public Administration (80 | 11.4%), Administrative & Support (79 | 11.2%), and Educational Services (61 | 8.7%).
Employment Industries in Loiza

Employment Industries by Sex in Loiza

The Loiza industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Manufacturing (70.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (94.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Loiza
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing14 (70.0%)6 (30.0%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade51 (58.0%)37 (42.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing18 (51.4%)17 (48.6%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance8 (27.6%)21 (72.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support30 (38.0%)49 (62.0%)
Educational Services11 (18.0%)50 (82.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance8 (5.6%)134 (94.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Public Administration17 (21.2%)63 (78.7%)
Total245 (34.8%)458 (65.1%)

Education in Loiza

School Enrollment in Loiza

The most common levels of schooling among the 701 students in Loiza are middle school (203 | 29.0%), college / undergraduate (195 | 27.8%), and elementary school (132 | 18.8%).
School Enrollment in Loiza
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool284.0%
Kindergarten365.1%
Elementary School13218.8%
Middle School20329.0%
High School10715.3%
College / Undergraduate19527.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total701100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Loiza

Out of a total of 701 students who are enrolled in schools in Loiza, 166 (23.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 535 (76.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 101 (85.6% 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 28 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Loiza
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old73 (68.2%)34 (31.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds44 (58.7%)31 (41.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds17 (14.4%)101 (85.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total535 (76.3%)166 (23.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Loiza

Science & technology (60 | 38.7%), business (40 | 25.8%), education (21 | 13.6%), arts & humanities (14 | 9.0%), and communications (12 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 155 individuals in Loiza who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Loiza
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology6038.7%
Business4025.8%
Education2113.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts85.2%
Communications127.7%
Arts & Humanities149.0%
Total155100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Loiza

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Loiza

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Loiza are males with 1 vehicle (102, accounting for 41.6%) and females with 1 vehicle (281, making up 22.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Loiza
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle35 (14.3%)69 (15.4%)
1 Vehicle102 (41.6%)281 (62.7%)
2 Vehicles64 (26.1%)62 (13.8%)
3 Vehicles28 (11.4%)30 (6.7%)
4 Vehicles16 (6.5%)6 (1.3%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total245 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Loiza

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Loiza are 30 to 34 minutes (147 commuters, 22.3%), 40 to 44 minutes (101 commuters, 15.3%), and 90 or more minutes (95 commuters, 14.4%).
Commute Time in Loiza
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes395.9%
5 to 9 Minutes538.1%
10 to 14 Minutes233.5%
15 to 19 Minutes639.6%
20 to 24 Minutes7311.1%
25 to 29 Minutes132.0%
30 to 34 Minutes14722.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes10115.3%
45 to 59 Minutes172.6%
60 to 89 Minutes345.2%
90 or more Minutes9514.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Loiza

The most common commute times in Loiza are 30 to 34 minutes (85 commuters, 36.3%) for males and 40 to 44 minutes (87 commuters, 20.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Loiza
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes18 (7.7%)21 (5.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes12 (5.1%)41 (9.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes15 (6.4%)8 (1.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes30 (12.8%)33 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes10 (4.3%)63 (14.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes13 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes85 (36.3%)62 (14.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (6.0%)87 (20.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (2.1%)12 (2.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes11 (4.7%)23 (5.4%)
90 or more Minutes21 (9.0%)74 (17.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Loiza

The most frequent times of departure to work in Loiza are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (51, 21.8%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (66, 15.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Loiza
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM12 (5.1%)66 (15.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM34 (14.5%)49 (11.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM35 (15.0%)25 (5.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM51 (21.8%)42 (9.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)34 (8.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM31 (13.3%)29 (6.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)48 (11.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM19 (8.1%)21 (5.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (1.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM14 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM17 (7.3%)13 (3.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)58 (13.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM21 (9.0%)31 (7.3%)
Total234 (100.0%)424 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Loiza

Occupancy by Ownership in Loiza

Of the total 1,179 dwellings in Loiza, owner-occupied units account for 524 (44.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 655 (55.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Loiza
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units52444.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units65555.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,179100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Loiza

Occupancy by Household Size in Loiza
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household41034.8%
2-Person Household45438.5%
3-Person Household15012.7%
4+ Person Household16514.0%
Total Housing Units1,179100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Loiza

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Loiza
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household221 (53.9%)189 (46.1%)
2-Person Household139 (30.6%)315 (69.4%)
3-Person Household78 (52.0%)72 (48.0%)
4+ Person Household86 (52.1%)79 (47.9%)
Total Housing Units524 (44.4%)655 (55.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Loiza

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Loiza
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School176 (62.9%)104 (37.1%)
High School Diploma301 (46.0%)354 (54.0%)
College/Associate Degree24 (15.8%)128 (84.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher23 (25.0%)69 (75.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Loiza

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Loiza
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years21318.1%
35 to 44 Years15813.4%
45 to 54 Years18715.9%
55 to 64 Years17715.0%
65 to 74 Years13611.5%
75 to 84 Years21318.1%
85 Years and Over958.1%
Total1,179100.0%

Housing Finances in Loiza

Median Income by Occupancy in Loiza

Median Income by Occupancy in Loiza
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied524 (44.4%)$16,020
Renter-Occupied655 (55.6%)$10,355
Average1,179 (100.0%)$12,104

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Loiza

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Loiza
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00082 (15.7%)195 (29.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99943 (8.2%)118 (18.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999106 (20.2%)116 (17.7%)
$15,000 to $19,999112 (21.4%)49 (7.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99925 (4.8%)24 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (3.8%)65 (9.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (8.2%)34 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99973 (13.9%)44 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (3.8%)10 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total524 (100.0%)655 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Loiza

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Loiza
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300390 (74.4%)200 (30.5%)
$300 to $49939 (7.4%)168 (25.7%)
$500 to $79979 (15.1%)72 (11.0%)
$800 to $99916 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)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%)
Total524 (100.0%)655 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Loiza

Housing Structures in Loiza

Housing Structures in Loiza
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached60251.1%
Single Unit, Attached19716.7%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments252.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments756.4%
10 or more Apartments28023.7%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,179100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Loiza

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Loiza
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached396 (65.8%)206 (34.2%)
Single Unit, Attached123 (62.4%)74 (37.6%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5 (20.0%)20 (80.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)75 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)280 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total524 (44.4%)655 (55.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Loiza

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Loiza
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)13 (2.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms63 (12.0%)125 (19.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms310 (59.2%)433 (66.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms136 (26.0%)84 (12.8%)
8 or more Rooms15 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total524 (100.0%)655 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Loiza

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Loiza
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
Electricity58 (11.1%)6 (0.9%)
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 Used466 (88.9%)639 (97.6%)
Total524 (100.0%)655 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Loiza

Household Vehicle Usage in Loiza
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle130 (24.8%)300 (45.8%)
1 Vehicle280 (53.4%)284 (43.4%)
2 Vehicles68 (13.0%)65 (9.9%)
3 or more Vehicles46 (8.8%)6 (0.9%)
Total524 (100.0%)655 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Loiza

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Loiza

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units43391
Median Property Value$98,100$89,300
Median Household Income$15,280$0
Monthly Housing Costs$134$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Loiza

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Loiza
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00040 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999191 (44.1%)58 (63.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999202 (46.7%)33 (36.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)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%)
Total433 (100.0%)91 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Loiza

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Loiza
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000125 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999212 (49.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (4.6%)31 (34.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99944 (10.2%)23 (25.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (2.8%)29 (31.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)8 (8.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total433 (100.0%)91 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Loiza

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Loiza
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x53 (12.2%)36,576 (40,193.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x9 (2.1%)27 (29.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x26 (6.0%)21 (23.1%)
4.0x or more298 (68.8%)20 (22.0%)
Total433 (100.0%)91 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Loiza

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Loiza
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)8 (8.8%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total433 (100.0%)91 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Loiza

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Loiza

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Loiza
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years454 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years332 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years216 (91.9%)19 (8.1%)
35 to 44 Years254 (92.0%)22 (8.0%)
45 to 54 Years364 (92.4%)30 (7.6%)
55 to 64 Years302 (87.8%)42 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years234 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,601 (95.8%)113 (4.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Loiza

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Loiza
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen454 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen332 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Loiza

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Loiza
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,694 (98.5%)26 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999437 (89.4%)52 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999397 (94.1%)25 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99973 (87.9%)10 (12.0%)
$100,000 and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Loiza

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Loiza
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 678 (83.9%)25 (26.9%)
6 to 18 Years381 (83.9%)95 (20.9%)
19 to 25 Years222 (66.9%)118 (35.5%)
25 to 34 Years195 (83.0%)21 (8.9%)
35 to 44 Years152 (55.1%)102 (37.0%)
45 to 54 Years156 (39.6%)208 (52.8%)
55 to 64 Years226 (65.7%)131 (38.1%)
65 to 74 Years234 (100.0%)67 (28.6%)
75 Years and over352 (100.0%)86 (24.4%)
Total1,996 (73.5%)853 (31.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Loiza

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Loiza
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (6.2%)12 (4.4%)
18 to 34 Years51 (25.1%)20 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years148 (32.1%)68 (12.3%)
65 to 74 Years41 (35.6%)79 (66.4%)
75 Years and over115 (87.1%)168 (76.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Loiza

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Loiza: <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 Years0 (0.0%)21 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over67 (50.8%)28 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Loiza: <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%)20 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years13 (2.8%)19 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years23 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over27 (20.4%)27 (12.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Loiza: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (6.2%)12 (4.4%)
18 to 34 Years51 (25.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (6.3%)37 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)18 (15.1%)
75 Years and over36 (27.3%)63 (28.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Loiza: <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 Years121 (26.3%)55 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (15.7%)79 (66.4%)
75 Years and over84 (63.6%)121 (55.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Loiza: <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 Years34 (7.4%)12 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (10.1%)
75 Years and over36 (27.3%)65 (29.5%)

Technology Access in Loiza

Computing Device Access in Loiza

Computing Device Access in Loiza
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop40534.4%
Smartphone85872.8%
Tablet26222.2%
No Computing Device30826.1%
Total1,179100.0%

Internet Access in Loiza

Internet Access in Loiza
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home42536.0%
Cellular Data Only42135.7%
Satellite Internet221.9%
No Internet30525.9%
Total1,179100.0%

Loiza Summary

Loiza, Puerto Rico is a municipality located on the northeast coast of the island of Puerto Rico. It is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The municipality is known for its rich cultural heritage, which is a mix of African, Taíno, and Spanish influences.

Geography

Loiza is located on the northeast coast of Puerto Rico, about 20 miles east of San Juan. It is bordered by the municipalities of Canóvanas to the west, Carolina to the north, and Naguabo to the east. The municipality covers an area of approximately 24 square miles and is home to a population of approximately 32,000 people.
The terrain of Loiza is mostly flat, with some hills in the western part of the municipality. The municipality is home to several rivers, including the Loíza River, which flows through the center of the municipality. The municipality is also home to several beaches, including the popular Balneario de Luquillo beach.

History

The area that is now Loiza was originally inhabited by the Taíno people. The Taíno were a group of indigenous people who lived in the Caribbean before the arrival of the Spanish. The Taíno were eventually displaced by the Spanish, who established a settlement in the area in the 16th century.
The area was originally part of the municipality of San Juan, but it was separated in 1719 and became its own municipality. The municipality was named after the Loíza River, which flows through the area.
In the 19th century, the area became a popular destination for African slaves who had escaped from the nearby island of St. Thomas. These slaves established a community in the area and brought with them their own culture and traditions. This culture is still evident in the area today, and the municipality is known for its Afro-Caribbean culture.

Economy

The economy of Loiza is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The municipality is home to several popular tourist attractions, including the Balneario de Luquillo beach and the Loíza River. The municipality is also home to several agricultural businesses, including sugar cane and tobacco farms.
The municipality is also home to several manufacturing businesses, including a pharmaceutical plant and a plastics factory. The municipality is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and hotels.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Loiza was 32,097. The population is mostly of mixed African and Taíno descent, with a small percentage of white and Asian residents. The majority of the population is Roman Catholic, and Spanish is the primary language spoken in the municipality.
The median household income in Loiza is $17,000, which is lower than the national average. The unemployment rate in the municipality is also higher than the national average, at around 15%.

Conclusion

Loiza is a municipality located on the northeast coast of Puerto Rico. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, which is a mix of African, Taíno, and Spanish influences. The economy of the municipality is largely based on tourism and agriculture, and the population is mostly of mixed African and Taíno descent. The median household income in Loiza is lower than the national average, and the unemployment rate is higher than the national average.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Loiza?
Total Population of Loiza is 2,714.
What is the Total Male Population of Loiza?
Total Male Population of Loiza is 1,122.
What is the Total Female Population of Loiza?
Total Female Population of Loiza is 1,592.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Loiza?
There are 70.48 Males per 100 Females in Loiza.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Loiza?
There are 141.89 Females per 100 Males in Loiza.
What is the Median Population Age in Loiza?
Median Population Age in Loiza is 44.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Loiza
Average Family Size in Loiza is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Loiza
Average Household Size in Loiza is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Loiza?
Per Capita income in Loiza is $9,047.
What is the Median Family Income in Loiza?
Median Family Income in Loiza is $15,808.
What is the Median Household income in Loiza?
Median Household Income in Loiza is $12,104.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Loiza?
Income or Wage Gap in Loiza is 27.9%.
Women in Loiza earn 72.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Loiza?
Inequality or Gini Index in Loiza is 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Loiza?
There are 1,053 People in the Labor Forcein in Loiza.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Loiza?
46.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Loiza.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Loiza?
Unemployment Rate in Loiza is 33.2%.