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6,325
TOTAL POPULATION
2,972
MALE POPULATION
3,353
FEMALE POPULATION
88.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.82
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$10,702
PER CAPITA INCOME
$21,912
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$17,273
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,572
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,133
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
39.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
21.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Puerto Real

The most populous races in Puerto Real are Hispanic or Latino (6,325 | 100.0%), Some other Race (3,214 | 50.8%), and White / Caucasian (2,349 | 37.1%).
Race in Puerto Real
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American2373.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino6,325100.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,34937.1%
Two or more Races5258.3%
Some other Race3,21450.8%
Total6,325100.0%

Ancestry in Puerto Real

The most populous ancestries reported in Puerto Real are Puerto Rican (6,233 | 98.6%), Central American Indian (212 | 3.4%), Italian (103 | 1.6%), Mexican (51 | 0.8%), and Thai (44 | 0.7%), together accounting for 105.0% of all Puerto Real residents.
Ancestry in Puerto Real
Ancestry# Population% Population
African70.1%
American280.4%
Central American Indian2123.4%
Dominican410.6%
Italian1031.6%
Mexican510.8%
Puerto Rican6,23398.6%
Subsaharan African70.1%
Thai440.7%
West Indian70.1%
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Immigrants in Puerto Real

Immigrants in Puerto Real
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Puerto Real

Sex and Age in Puerto Real

The most populous age groups in Puerto Real are 35 to 39 Years (294 | 9.9%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (407 | 12.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Puerto Real
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years179 (6.0%)128 (3.8%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)312 (9.3%)
10 to 14 Years147 (5.0%)96 (2.9%)
15 to 19 Years127 (4.3%)187 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years155 (5.2%)179 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years212 (7.1%)407 (12.1%)
30 to 34 Years233 (7.8%)148 (4.4%)
35 to 39 Years294 (9.9%)188 (5.6%)
40 to 44 Years263 (8.8%)119 (3.5%)
45 to 49 Years150 (5.1%)249 (7.4%)
50 to 54 Years264 (8.9%)215 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years208 (7.0%)304 (9.1%)
60 to 64 Years183 (6.2%)214 (6.4%)
65 to 69 Years93 (3.1%)108 (3.2%)
70 to 74 Years163 (5.5%)209 (6.2%)
75 to 79 Years187 (6.3%)213 (6.4%)
80 to 84 Years95 (3.2%)11 (0.3%)
85 Years and over19 (0.6%)66 (2.0%)
Total2,972 (100.0%)3,353 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Puerto Real

Median Family Size in Puerto Real

The median family size in Puerto Real is 3.47 persons per family, with single female/mother families (317 | 21.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (226 | 15.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.24 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Puerto Real
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple945 (63.5%)3.36
Single Male/Father226 (15.2%)3.24
Single Female/Mother317 (21.3%)3.99
Total Families1,488 (100.0%)3.47

Median Household Size in Puerto Real

The median household size in Puerto Real is 2.86 persons per household, with single female/mother households (317 | 14.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.17 persons per household. non-family households (722 | 32.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.30 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Puerto Real
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple945 (42.8%)3.36
Single Male/Father226 (10.2%)3.96
Single Female/Mother317 (14.3%)4.17
Non-family722 (32.7%)1.30
Total Households2,210 (100.0%)2.86

Household Size by Marriage Status in Puerto Real

Out of a total of 2,210 households in Puerto Real, 1,488 (67.3%) are family households, while 722 (32.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 631, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 517.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Puerto Real
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-517 (23.4%)
2-Person Households631 (28.5%)205 (9.3%)
3-Person Households374 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households387 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households71 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households25 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,488 (67.3%)722 (32.7%)

Female Fertility in Puerto Real

Fertility by Age in Puerto Real

Average fertility rate in Puerto Real is 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 38.0 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 Puerto Real
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years28 (100.0%)38.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total28 (100.0%)19.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Puerto Real

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Puerto Real
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Puerto Real

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Puerto Real
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma13 (46.4%)53.0
College or Associate's Degree15 (53.6%)23.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total28 (100.0%)19.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Puerto Real

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Puerto Real
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)

Income in Puerto Real

Income Overview in Puerto Real

Per Capita Income in Puerto Real is $10,702, while median incomes of families and households are $21,912 and $17,273 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,325$10,702
Median Family Income1,488$21,912
Mean Family Income1,488$32,396
Median Household Income2,210$17,273
Mean Household Income2,210$27,971
Income Deficit1,488$12,572
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,3258.63%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,32591.37¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,3250.51

Earnings by Sex in Puerto Real

Average Earnings in Puerto Real are $20,054, $18,945 for men and $20,735 for women, a difference of 8.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Puerto Real
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,080 (58.1%)$18,945
Female780 (41.9%)$20,735
Total1,860 (100.0%)$20,054

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Puerto Real

The most common earnings brackets in Puerto Real are $2,499 or less for men (139 | 12.9%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (135 | 17.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Puerto Real
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less139 (12.9%)23 (2.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99920 (1.8%)62 (8.0%)
$5,000 to $7,499111 (10.3%)30 (3.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99939 (3.6%)38 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49949 (4.5%)75 (9.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999110 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49935 (3.2%)87 (11.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99964 (5.9%)45 (5.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49938 (3.5%)102 (13.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99956 (5.2%)88 (11.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99972 (6.7%)16 (2.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99919 (1.8%)135 (17.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99918 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99963 (5.8%)66 (8.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99990 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)13 (1.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99965 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99960 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,080 (100.0%)780 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Puerto Real

Average earnings in Puerto Real are $21,053 for men and $20,735 for women, a difference of 1.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $23,018, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $13,292. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $23,622, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $11,422.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Puerto Real
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$13,292$0
High School Diploma$17,368$11,422
College or Associate's Degree$23,018$15,598
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$21,053$20,735

Family Income in Puerto Real

Family Income Brackets in Puerto Real

According to the Puerto Real family income data, there are 356 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Puerto Real
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00035623.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991127.5%
$15,000 to $24,99934223.0%
$25,000 to $34,99918912.7%
$35,000 to $49,99915810.6%
$50,000 to $74,99916110.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991328.9%
$100,000 to $149,999402.7%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Puerto Real

3-person families (317 | 21.3%) account for the highest median family income in Puerto Real with $28,750 per family, while 2-person families (734 | 49.3%) have the highest median income of $11,513 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Puerto Real
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families734 (49.3%)$23,026
3-Person Families317 (21.3%)$28,750
4-Person Families396 (26.6%)$0
5-Person Families16 (1.1%)$0
6-Person Families25 (1.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,488 (100.0%)$21,912

Family Income by Number of Earners in Puerto Real

Family Income by Number of Earners in Puerto Real
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners669 (45.0%)$15,437
1 Earner461 (31.0%)$22,292
2 Earners349 (23.4%)$65,063
3+ Earners9 (0.6%)$0
Total1,488 (100.0%)$21,912

Household Income in Puerto Real

Household Income Brackets in Puerto Real

With 623 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Puerto Real, accounting for 28.2% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Puerto Real
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00062328.2%
$10,000 to $14,99927212.3%
$15,000 to $24,99944220.0%
$25,000 to $34,99928312.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991999.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991868.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991647.4%
$100,000 to $149,999401.8%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Puerto Real

The median household income in Puerto Real is $17,273, with the highest median household income of $24,737 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 538 households (24.3%) 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 80 households (3.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Puerto Real
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years80 (3.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years538 (24.3%)$24,737
45 to 64 Years962 (43.5%)$16,560
65+ Years630 (28.5%)$16,651
Total2,210 (100.0%)$17,273

Poverty in Puerto Real

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Puerto Real

With 59.5% poverty level for males and 55.3% for females among the residents of Puerto Real, 12 to 14 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 62 males (100.0%) and 36 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Puerto Real
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years108 (60.3%)81 (63.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)39 (50.0%)
6 to 11 Years73 (85.9%)179 (70.5%)
12 to 14 Years62 (100.0%)23 (30.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years28 (36.4%)12 (14.1%)
18 to 24 Years126 (61.5%)203 (82.9%)
25 to 34 Years224 (50.3%)287 (51.7%)
35 to 44 Years383 (68.8%)107 (34.8%)
45 to 54 Years223 (53.9%)264 (56.9%)
55 to 64 Years208 (53.2%)307 (59.3%)
65 to 74 Years120 (46.9%)207 (65.3%)
75 Years and over212 (70.4%)108 (37.2%)
Total1,767 (59.5%)1,853 (55.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Puerto Real

According to the poverty statistics in Puerto Real, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 63.6% of males and 85.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Puerto Real
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years71 (39.7%)47 (36.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)39 (50.0%)
6 to 11 Years12 (14.1%)75 (29.5%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)53 (69.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years49 (63.6%)73 (85.9%)
18 to 24 Years79 (38.5%)42 (17.1%)
25 to 34 Years221 (49.7%)268 (48.3%)
35 to 44 Years174 (31.2%)200 (65.1%)
45 to 54 Years191 (46.1%)200 (43.1%)
55 to 64 Years183 (46.8%)211 (40.7%)
65 to 74 Years136 (53.1%)110 (34.7%)
75 Years and over89 (29.6%)182 (62.8%)
Total1,205 (40.6%)1,500 (44.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Puerto Real

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Puerto Real show that 32.8% or 310 of the total 945 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 35.0%, comprising of 254 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 25.5%, which includes 56 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Puerto Real
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children471 (65.0%)254 (35.0%)
1 or 2 Children164 (74.6%)56 (25.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total635 (67.2%)310 (32.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Puerto Real

According to the poverty data in Puerto Real, 94.3% or 213 single-father households and 67.2% or 213 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 112 households (75.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Puerto Real
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children43 (100.0%)101 (60.1%)
1 or 2 Children98 (88.3%)112 (75.2%)
3 or 4 Children72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total213 (94.3%)213 (67.2%)

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

The poverty data for Puerto Real shows that 310 of the married-couple family households (32.8%) and 426 of the single-parent households (78.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 254 households (35.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 72 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Puerto Real
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children254 (35.0%)144 (68.2%)
1 or 2 Children56 (25.5%)210 (80.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)72 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total310 (32.8%)426 (78.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Puerto Real

Employment by Class of Employer in Puerto Real

Among the 1,546 employed individuals in Puerto Real, private company employees (850 | 55.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (276 | 17.8%), and state government employees (259 | 16.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Puerto Real
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees85055.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)100.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)27617.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations704.5%
Local Government Employees110.7%
State Government Employees25916.8%
Federal Government Employees513.3%
Unpaid Family Workers191.2%
Total1,546100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Puerto Real

According to the labor force statistics for Puerto Real, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,427), 39.3% or 2,133 individuals are in the labor force, with 21.4% or 456 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 70.1% or 267 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 62.1% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Puerto Real
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years29 (10.4%)18 (62.1%)
20 to 24 Years127 (38.0%)52 (40.9%)
25 to 29 Years357 (57.7%)72 (20.2%)
30 to 34 Years267 (70.1%)20 (7.5%)
35 to 44 Years526 (60.9%)214 (40.7%)
45 to 54 Years470 (53.5%)57 (12.2%)
55 to 59 Years241 (47.1%)21 (8.7%)
60 to 64 Years67 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years42 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,133 (39.3%)456 (21.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Puerto Real

According to labor force statistics for Puerto Real, 52.8% of individuals (1,928) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,651) are in the labor force, with 20.0% or 386 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 74.4% or 791 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 47.7% or 71 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Puerto Real
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School149 (24.4%)291 (47.7%)
High School Diploma483 (57.2%)264 (31.3%)
College / Associate Degree505 (44.5%)238 (21.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher791 (74.4%)74 (7.0%)
Total1,928 (52.8%)730 (20.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Puerto Real

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Puerto Real are Community & Social Service (291 | 17.5%), Education Instruction & Library (165 | 9.9%), Management (108 | 6.5%), Business & Financial (99 | 6.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (81 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Puerto Real

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Puerto Real, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (60.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (77.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Puerto Real
OccupationMaleFemale
Management45 (41.7%)63 (58.3%)
Business & Financial33 (33.3%)66 (66.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 67 (23.0%)224 (77.0%)
Education, Arts & Media40 (49.4%)41 (50.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)165 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment27 (60.0%)18 (40.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)155 (30.0%)362 (70.0%)
Total (Overall)936 (56.3%)726 (43.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Puerto Real are Food Preparation & Serving (224 | 13.5%), Personal Care & Service (77 | 4.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (47 | 2.8%), Security & Protection (42 | 2.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (42 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations in Puerto Real

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Puerto Real, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (70.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (45.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Puerto Real
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Security & Protection42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving123 (54.9%)101 (45.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance30 (63.8%)17 (36.2%)
Personal Care & Service54 (70.1%)23 (29.9%)
Total (Category)249 (61.2%)158 (38.8%)
Total (Overall)936 (56.3%)726 (43.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Puerto Real are Office & Administration (169 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (128 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Puerto Real

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Puerto Real
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related83 (64.8%)45 (35.2%)
Office & Administration52 (30.8%)117 (69.2%)
Total (Category)135 (45.5%)162 (54.5%)
Total (Overall)936 (56.3%)726 (43.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Puerto Real are Construction & Extraction (190 | 11.4%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (51 | 3.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (32 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Puerto Real

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Puerto Real
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction180 (94.7%)10 (5.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)263 (96.3%)10 (3.7%)
Total (Overall)936 (56.3%)726 (43.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Puerto Real are Production (154 | 9.3%), and Material Moving (14 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Puerto Real

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Puerto Real
OccupationMaleFemale
Production120 (77.9%)34 (22.1%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)134 (79.8%)34 (20.2%)
Total (Overall)936 (56.3%)726 (43.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Puerto Real

Employment Industries in Puerto Real

The major employment industries in Puerto Real include Accommodation & Food Services (303 | 18.2%), Retail Trade (209 | 12.6%), Educational Services (165 | 9.9%), Construction (144 | 8.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (131 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Puerto Real

Employment Industries by Sex in Puerto Real

The Puerto Real industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (61.8%), and Professional & Scientific (55.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Puerto Real
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction134 (93.1%)10 (6.9%)
Manufacturing59 (63.4%)34 (36.6%)
Wholesale Trade44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade114 (54.5%)95 (45.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance15 (48.4%)16 (51.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific27 (44.3%)34 (55.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support49 (77.8%)14 (22.2%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)165 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance50 (38.2%)81 (61.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation18 (50.0%)18 (50.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services168 (55.4%)135 (44.6%)
Public Administration47 (44.3%)59 (55.7%)
Total936 (56.3%)726 (43.7%)

Education in Puerto Real

School Enrollment in Puerto Real

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,224 students in Puerto Real are college / undergraduate (400 | 32.7%), elementary school (294 | 24.0%), and high school (189 | 15.4%).
School Enrollment in Puerto Real
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool15512.7%
Kindergarten90.7%
Elementary School29424.0%
Middle School16013.1%
High School18915.4%
College / Undergraduate40032.7%
Graduate / Professional171.4%
Total1,224100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Puerto Real

Out of a total of 1,224 students who are enrolled in schools in Puerto Real, 360 (29.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 864 (70.6%) 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 55 (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 77 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Puerto Real
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old248 (79.5%)64 (20.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds243 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds137 (69.2%)61 (30.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds21 (24.1%)66 (75.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds122 (51.7%)114 (48.3%)
35 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total864 (70.6%)360 (29.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Puerto Real

Business (358 | 30.8%), education (173 | 14.9%), social sciences (129 | 11.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (100 | 8.6%), and psychology (76 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 1,162 individuals in Puerto Real who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Puerto Real
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics252.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1008.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology766.5%
Social Sciences12911.1%
Engineering302.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology756.5%
Business35830.8%
Education17314.9%
Literature & Languages655.6%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts736.3%
Communications342.9%
Arts & Humanities242.1%
Total1,162100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Puerto Real

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Puerto Real

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Puerto Real are males with 2 vehicles (488, accounting for 51.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (337, making up 82.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Puerto Real
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle36 (3.8%)14 (2.4%)
1 Vehicle326 (34.1%)116 (19.7%)
2 Vehicles488 (51.0%)337 (57.1%)
3 Vehicles106 (11.1%)80 (13.6%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)18 (3.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)25 (4.2%)
Total956 (100.0%)590 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Puerto Real

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Puerto Real are 30 to 34 minutes (319 commuters, 22.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (282 commuters, 19.5%), and 5 to 9 minutes (223 commuters, 15.4%).
Commute Time in Puerto Real
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes141.0%
5 to 9 Minutes22315.4%
10 to 14 Minutes28219.5%
15 to 19 Minutes16211.2%
20 to 24 Minutes1298.9%
25 to 29 Minutes1268.7%
30 to 34 Minutes31922.1%
35 to 39 Minutes292.0%
40 to 44 Minutes453.1%
45 to 59 Minutes181.3%
60 to 89 Minutes896.2%
90 or more Minutes90.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Puerto Real

The most common commute times in Puerto Real are 30 to 34 minutes (164 commuters, 19.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (155 commuters, 26.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Puerto Real
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (2.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes156 (18.0%)67 (11.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes156 (18.0%)126 (21.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes54 (6.2%)108 (18.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes102 (11.8%)27 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes103 (11.9%)23 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes164 (19.0%)155 (26.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes13 (1.5%)16 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes19 (2.2%)26 (4.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)18 (3.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes89 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes9 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Puerto Real

The most frequent times of departure to work in Puerto Real are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (207, 23.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (163, 28.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Puerto Real
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 AM33 (3.8%)9 (1.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM207 (23.9%)34 (5.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM13 (1.5%)68 (11.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM187 (21.6%)163 (28.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM59 (6.8%)39 (6.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM89 (10.3%)56 (9.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM60 (6.9%)32 (5.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM106 (12.2%)46 (7.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM31 (3.6%)35 (6.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (2.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM80 (9.2%)69 (11.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)14 (2.4%)
Total865 (100.0%)580 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Puerto Real

Occupancy by Ownership in Puerto Real

Of the total 2,210 dwellings in Puerto Real, owner-occupied units account for 1,680 (76.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 530 (24.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Puerto Real
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,68076.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units53024.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,210100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Puerto Real

Occupancy by Household Size in Puerto Real
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household51723.4%
2-Person Household83637.8%
3-Person Household37416.9%
4+ Person Household48321.9%
Total Housing Units2,210100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Puerto Real

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Puerto Real
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household347 (67.1%)170 (32.9%)
2-Person Household707 (84.6%)129 (15.4%)
3-Person Household270 (72.2%)104 (27.8%)
4+ Person Household356 (73.7%)127 (26.3%)
Total Housing Units1,680 (76.0%)530 (24.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Puerto Real

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Puerto Real
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School541 (74.4%)186 (25.6%)
High School Diploma336 (91.5%)31 (8.5%)
College/Associate Degree402 (69.9%)173 (30.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher401 (74.1%)140 (25.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Puerto Real

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Puerto Real
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years39217.7%
35 to 44 Years22610.2%
45 to 54 Years42919.4%
55 to 64 Years53324.1%
65 to 74 Years35816.2%
75 to 84 Years1999.0%
85 Years and Over733.3%
Total2,210100.0%

Housing Finances in Puerto Real

Median Income by Occupancy in Puerto Real

Median Income by Occupancy in Puerto Real
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,680 (76.0%)$17,813
Renter-Occupied530 (24.0%)$15,167
Average2,210 (100.0%)$17,273

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Puerto Real

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Puerto Real
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000248 (14.8%)105 (19.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999157 (9.3%)113 (21.3%)
$10,000 to $14,999227 (13.5%)45 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999257 (15.3%)104 (19.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99982 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999231 (13.8%)52 (9.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999188 (11.2%)12 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999134 (8.0%)51 (9.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999116 (6.9%)48 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99940 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,680 (100.0%)530 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Puerto Real

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Puerto Real
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300865 (51.5%)77 (14.5%)
$300 to $499227 (13.5%)85 (16.0%)
$500 to $799443 (26.4%)54 (10.2%)
$800 to $999145 (8.6%)23 (4.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)14 (2.6%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)48 (9.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,680 (100.0%)530 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Puerto Real

Housing Structures in Puerto Real

Housing Structures in Puerto Real
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,00190.5%
Single Unit, Attached1044.7%
2 Unit Apartments632.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments421.9%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total2,210100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Puerto Real

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Puerto Real
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,550 (77.5%)451 (22.5%)
Single Unit, Attached104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments26 (41.3%)37 (58.7%)
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%)42 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,680 (76.0%)530 (24.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Puerto Real

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Puerto Real
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms206 (12.3%)227 (42.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,335 (79.5%)270 (50.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms139 (8.3%)33 (6.2%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,680 (100.0%)530 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Puerto Real

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Puerto Real
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)9 (1.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas37 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity105 (6.2%)25 (4.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels20 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used1,518 (90.4%)496 (93.6%)
Total1,680 (100.0%)530 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Puerto Real

Household Vehicle Usage in Puerto Real
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle211 (12.6%)97 (18.3%)
1 Vehicle648 (38.6%)211 (39.8%)
2 Vehicles616 (36.7%)222 (41.9%)
3 or more Vehicles205 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,680 (100.0%)530 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Puerto Real

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Puerto Real

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units956724
Median Property Value$80,600$128,300
Median Household Income$15,328$0
Monthly Housing Costs$156$0
Real Estate Taxes$470$724

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Puerto Real

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Puerto Real
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000288 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999447 (46.8%)185 (25.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999221 (23.1%)505 (69.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)34 (4.7%)
$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%)
Total956 (100.0%)724 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Puerto Real

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Puerto Real
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000286 (29.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999388 (40.6%)119 (16.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999126 (13.2%)178 (24.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (3.1%)105 (14.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99991 (9.5%)158 (21.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (2.8%)43 (5.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (0.8%)89 (12.3%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)32 (4.4%)
Total956 (100.0%)724 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Puerto Real

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Puerto Real
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x168 (17.6%)33,551 (4,634.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x108 (11.3%)181 (25.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x127 (13.3%)109 (15.1%)
4.0x or more437 (45.7%)94 (13.0%)
Total956 (100.0%)724 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Puerto Real

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Puerto Real
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80089 (9.3%)17 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,49910 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total956 (100.0%)724 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Puerto Real

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Puerto Real

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Puerto Real
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years385 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years719 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years486 (96.4%)18 (3.6%)
26 to 34 Years809 (89.7%)93 (10.3%)
35 to 44 Years676 (78.2%)188 (21.8%)
45 to 54 Years841 (98.0%)17 (2.0%)
55 to 64 Years879 (96.7%)30 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years559 (97.6%)14 (2.4%)
75 Years and older591 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,945 (94.3%)360 (5.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Puerto Real

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Puerto Real
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born385 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen719 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen486 (96.4%)18 (3.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Puerto Real

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Puerto Real
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0003,460 (93.5%)242 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,402 (93.9%)91 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999504 (94.9%)27 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999457 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Puerto Real

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Puerto Real
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6252 (65.4%)133 (34.5%)
6 to 18 Years578 (80.4%)141 (19.6%)
19 to 25 Years473 (93.9%)13 (2.6%)
25 to 34 Years498 (55.2%)311 (34.5%)
35 to 44 Years516 (59.7%)160 (18.5%)
45 to 54 Years568 (66.2%)291 (33.9%)
55 to 64 Years668 (73.5%)297 (32.7%)
65 to 74 Years533 (93.0%)79 (13.8%)
75 Years and over591 (100.0%)107 (18.1%)
Total4,677 (74.2%)1,532 (24.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Puerto Real

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Puerto Real
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years37 (16.5%)12 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years147 (22.6%)29 (3.6%)
35 to 64 Years244 (18.2%)274 (21.3%)
65 to 74 Years79 (30.9%)86 (27.1%)
75 Years and over204 (67.8%)163 (56.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Puerto Real

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Puerto Real: <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%)33 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years48 (18.8%)36 (11.4%)
75 Years and over139 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Puerto Real: <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 Years21 (3.2%)19 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (5.5%)15 (4.7%)
75 Years and over19 (6.3%)15 (5.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Puerto Real: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years37 (16.5%)12 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years126 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years53 (4.0%)114 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years17 (6.6%)16 (5.1%)
75 Years and over44 (14.6%)92 (31.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Puerto Real: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years16 (2.5%)10 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years81 (6.0%)146 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years17 (6.6%)35 (11.0%)
75 Years and over135 (44.9%)86 (29.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Puerto Real: <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 Years9 (0.7%)20 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years17 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over110 (36.5%)46 (15.9%)

Technology Access in Puerto Real

Computing Device Access in Puerto Real

Computing Device Access in Puerto Real
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop87539.6%
Smartphone1,44365.3%
Tablet71632.4%
No Computing Device66029.9%
Total2,210100.0%

Internet Access in Puerto Real

Internet Access in Puerto Real
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet351.6%
Broadband Home84138.1%
Cellular Data Only46921.2%
Satellite Internet411.9%
No Internet82637.4%
Total2,210100.0%

Puerto Real Summary

Puerto Real is a municipality located in the southwestern region of Puerto Rico, in the Caribbean Sea. It is part of the Mayagüez-San Germán-Cabo Rojo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The municipality is bordered by the municipalities of Cabo Rojo, San Germán, and Lajas. As of the 2010 census, the population of Puerto Real was 8,845.

History

The area of Puerto Real was originally inhabited by the Taíno Indians. The first Spanish settlers arrived in the area in the early 16th century. The settlement was originally known as “Puerto de los Reyes”, and was founded in 1510 by Juan Ponce de León. The settlement was later renamed “Puerto Real” in 1520.
In the late 18th century, the area was used as a port for the export of sugar and coffee. During the 19th century, the area was used as a port for the export of tobacco and other agricultural products.

In 1878 Puerto Real was officially declared a municipality

Geography

Puerto Real is located in the southwestern region of Puerto Rico, in the Caribbean Sea. It is bordered by the municipalities of Cabo Rojo, San Germán, and Lajas. The municipality has a total area of 11.3 square miles (29.3 km2).
The terrain of Puerto Real is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of the municipality. The highest point in the municipality is Cerro de la Cruz, which has an elevation of 1,067 feet (325 m).
The climate of Puerto Real is tropical, with an average temperature of 79°F (26°C). The average annual precipitation is 52 inches (1,320 mm).

Economy

The economy of Puerto Real is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The main agricultural products produced in the municipality are sugarcane, coffee, and tobacco.
Tourism is also an important part of the economy of Puerto Real. The municipality is home to several beaches, including Playa de Puerto Real, Playa de la Punta, and Playa de la Cruz.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Puerto Real was 8,845. The population is mostly of mixed European and African descent. The majority of the population (90.3%) is Hispanic or Latino.
The median household income in Puerto Real is $17,845, and the median family income is $20,945. The unemployment rate in the municipality is 11.3%.
The most common industries in Puerto Real are agriculture, construction, and retail trade. The most common occupations are farming, fishing, and forestry.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Puerto Real?
Total Population of Puerto Real is 6,325.
What is the Total Male Population of Puerto Real?
Total Male Population of Puerto Real is 2,972.
What is the Total Female Population of Puerto Real?
Total Female Population of Puerto Real is 3,353.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Puerto Real?
There are 88.64 Males per 100 Females in Puerto Real.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Puerto Real?
There are 112.82 Females per 100 Males in Puerto Real.
What is the Median Population Age in Puerto Real?
Median Population Age in Puerto Real is 42.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Puerto Real
Average Family Size in Puerto Real is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Puerto Real
Average Household Size in Puerto Real is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Puerto Real?
Per Capita income in Puerto Real is $10,702.
What is the Median Family Income in Puerto Real?
Median Family Income in Puerto Real is $21,912.
What is the Median Household income in Puerto Real?
Median Household Income in Puerto Real is $17,273.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Puerto Real?
Income or Wage Gap in Puerto Real is 8.6%.
Women in Puerto Real earn 91.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Puerto Real?
Family Income Deficit in Puerto Real is $12,572.
Families that are below poverty line in Puerto Real earn $12,572 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Puerto Real?
Inequality or Gini Index in Puerto Real is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Puerto Real?
There are 2,133 People in the Labor Forcein in Puerto Real.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Puerto Real?
39.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Puerto Real.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Puerto Real?
Unemployment Rate in Puerto Real is 21.4%.