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Salinas Overview

4,358
TOTAL POPULATION
1,898
MALE POPULATION
2,460
FEMALE POPULATION
77.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
129.61
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$14,769
PER CAPITA INCOME
$25,112
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$21,023
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
7.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,785
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.54
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,189
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
32.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Salinas Zip Codes

Salinas Area Codes

Race in Salinas

The most populous races in Salinas are Hispanic or Latino (4,338 | 99.5%), Two or more Races (1,831 | 42.0%), and White / Caucasian (1,346 | 30.9%).
Race in Salinas
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American89820.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4,33899.5%
Native / Alaskan441.0%
White / Caucasian1,34630.9%
Two or more Races1,83142.0%
Some other Race2395.5%
Total4,358100.0%

Ancestry in Salinas

The most populous ancestries reported in Salinas are Puerto Rican (4,330 | 99.4%), American (75 | 1.7%), Central American Indian (44 | 1.0%), Arab (20 | 0.5%), and Central American (8 | 0.2%), together accounting for 102.7% of all Salinas residents.
Ancestry in Salinas
Ancestry# Population% Population
American751.7%
Arab200.5%
Central American80.2%
Central American Indian441.0%
Italian60.1%
Puerto Rican4,33099.4%
Salvadoran80.2%
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Immigrants in Salinas

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

Sex and Age in Salinas

The most populous age groups in Salinas are 45 to 49 Years (181 | 9.5%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (284 | 11.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years90 (4.7%)72 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Years131 (6.9%)78 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Years107 (5.6%)202 (8.2%)
15 to 19 Years92 (4.9%)94 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Years33 (1.7%)85 (3.5%)
25 to 29 Years32 (1.7%)128 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Years144 (7.6%)170 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years147 (7.7%)118 (4.8%)
40 to 44 Years166 (8.7%)76 (3.1%)
45 to 49 Years181 (9.5%)86 (3.5%)
50 to 54 Years92 (4.9%)110 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years57 (3.0%)163 (6.6%)
60 to 64 Years154 (8.1%)180 (7.3%)
65 to 69 Years178 (9.4%)284 (11.5%)
70 to 74 Years114 (6.0%)174 (7.1%)
75 to 79 Years69 (3.6%)176 (7.1%)
80 to 84 Years61 (3.2%)134 (5.4%)
85 Years and over50 (2.6%)130 (5.3%)
Total1,898 (100.0%)2,460 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salinas

Median Family Size in Salinas

The median family size in Salinas is 3.15 persons per family, with single female/mother families (441 | 40.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.91 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (502 | 45.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.59 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salinas
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple502 (45.6%)2.59
Single Male/Father159 (14.4%)2.79
Single Female/Mother441 (40.0%)3.91
Total Families1,102 (100.0%)3.15

Median Household Size in Salinas

The median household size in Salinas is 2.51 persons per household, with single female/mother households (441 | 25.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.98 persons per household. non-family households (636 | 36.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salinas
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple502 (28.9%)2.59
Single Male/Father159 (9.1%)3.25
Single Female/Mother441 (25.4%)3.98
Non-family636 (36.6%)1.23
Total Households1,738 (100.0%)2.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salinas

Out of a total of 1,738 households in Salinas, 1,102 (63.4%) are family households, while 636 (36.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 592, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 536.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salinas
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-536 (30.8%)
2-Person Households592 (34.1%)74 (4.3%)
3-Person Households356 (20.5%)26 (1.5%)
4-Person Households114 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households6 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households34 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,102 (63.4%)636 (36.6%)

Female Fertility in Salinas

Fertility by Age in Salinas

Average fertility rate in Salinas is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 57.0 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 Salinas
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years22 (100.0%)57.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total22 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salinas

50.0% of women with births (22) in Salinas are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 50.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 50.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salinas
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)

Fertility by Education in Salinas

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Salinas
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma11 (50.0%)43.0
College or Associate's Degree11 (50.0%)74.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total22 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salinas

50.0% of women with births in Salinas are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salinas
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)

Income in Salinas

Income Overview in Salinas

Per Capita Income in Salinas is $14,769, while median incomes of families and households are $25,112 and $21,023 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,358$14,769
Median Family Income1,102$25,112
Mean Family Income1,102$36,197
Median Household Income1,738$21,023
Mean Household Income1,738$32,883
Income Deficit1,102$11,785
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,3587.21%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,35892.79¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,3580.54

Earnings by Sex in Salinas

Average Earnings in Salinas are $17,420, $16,915 for men and $18,229 for women, a difference of 7.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Salinas
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male652 (54.9%)$16,915
Female535 (45.1%)$18,229
Total1,187 (100.0%)$17,420

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salinas

The most common earnings brackets in Salinas are $15,000 to $17,499 for men (94 | 14.4%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (66 | 12.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salinas
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less47 (7.2%)37 (6.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)32 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49941 (6.3%)66 (12.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99916 (2.5%)22 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49977 (11.8%)30 (5.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99973 (11.2%)17 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49994 (14.4%)46 (8.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99942 (6.4%)60 (11.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49985 (13.0%)26 (4.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99920 (3.1%)10 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99918 (2.8%)55 (10.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99951 (7.8%)5 (0.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9998 (1.2%)9 (1.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)47 (8.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (0.8%)7 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99959 (9.0%)31 (5.8%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (1.4%)20 (3.7%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)15 (2.8%)
Total652 (100.0%)535 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salinas

Average earnings in Salinas are $17,354 for men and $19,229 for women, a difference of 9.8%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $16,250, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $15,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,081, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,045.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salinas
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$16,250$15,045
College or Associate's Degree$15,000$17,614
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$17,354$19,229

Family Income in Salinas

Family Income Brackets in Salinas

According to the Salinas family income data, there are 248 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Salinas
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00024822.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991059.5%
$15,000 to $24,99919417.6%
$25,000 to $34,99918616.9%
$35,000 to $49,99914913.5%
$50,000 to $74,99916114.6%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,999444.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+151.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salinas

3-person families (329 | 29.8%) account for the highest median family income in Salinas with $31,078 per family, while 2-person families (647 | 58.7%) have the highest median income of $12,630 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salinas
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families647 (58.7%)$25,259
3-Person Families329 (29.8%)$31,078
4-Person Families86 (7.8%)$0
5-Person Families29 (2.6%)$0
6-Person Families11 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,102 (100.0%)$25,112

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salinas

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salinas
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners526 (47.7%)$17,250
1 Earner407 (36.9%)$26,418
2 Earners169 (15.3%)$48,625
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,102 (100.0%)$25,112

Household Income in Salinas

Household Income Brackets in Salinas

With 457 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Salinas, accounting for 26.3% of all households. In contrast, only 16 households (0.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Salinas
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00045726.3%
$10,000 to $14,9991538.8%
$15,000 to $24,99932718.8%
$25,000 to $34,99928516.4%
$35,000 to $49,99920011.5%
$50,000 to $74,99921712.5%
$75,000 to $99,999211.2%
$100,000 to $149,999362.1%
$150,000 to $199,999281.6%
$200,000+160.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salinas

The median household income in Salinas is $21,023, with the highest median household income of $26,129 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 528 households (30.4%) 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 11 households (0.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Salinas
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years11 (0.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years342 (19.7%)$15,486
45 to 64 Years528 (30.4%)$26,129
65+ Years857 (49.3%)$21,067
Total1,738 (100.0%)$21,023

Poverty in Salinas

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas

With 44.1% poverty level for males and 47.1% for females among the residents of Salinas, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 33 males (100.0%) and 72 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years40 (44.4%)72 (100.0%)
5 Years33 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years113 (100.0%)110 (76.9%)
12 to 14 Years84 (91.3%)68 (72.3%)
15 Years41 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (31.7%)
18 to 24 Years37 (44.1%)91 (72.8%)
25 to 34 Years49 (27.8%)211 (70.8%)
35 to 44 Years102 (32.6%)131 (67.5%)
45 to 54 Years126 (46.2%)25 (12.8%)
55 to 64 Years31 (14.7%)154 (44.9%)
65 to 74 Years98 (33.6%)145 (31.7%)
75 Years and over82 (45.6%)97 (22.1%)
Total836 (44.1%)1,148 (47.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas

According to the poverty statistics in Salinas, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 85.3% of males and 87.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years50 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)33 (23.1%)
12 to 14 Years8 (8.7%)26 (27.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)28 (68.3%)
18 to 24 Years47 (55.9%)34 (27.2%)
25 to 34 Years127 (72.2%)87 (29.2%)
35 to 44 Years211 (67.4%)63 (32.5%)
45 to 54 Years147 (53.8%)171 (87.2%)
55 to 64 Years180 (85.3%)189 (55.1%)
65 to 74 Years194 (66.4%)313 (68.3%)
75 Years and over98 (54.4%)343 (77.9%)
Total1,062 (55.9%)1,287 (52.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salinas

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salinas show that 20.9% or 105 of the total 502 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 21.0%, comprising of 94 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 20.0%, which includes 11 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salinas
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children353 (79.0%)94 (21.0%)
1 or 2 Children44 (80.0%)11 (20.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total397 (79.1%)105 (20.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salinas

According to the poverty data in Salinas, 71.7% or 114 single-father households and 55.3% or 244 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 66 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salinas
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children48 (51.6%)28 (15.1%)
1 or 2 Children66 (100.0%)182 (82.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total114 (71.7%)244 (55.3%)

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

The poverty data for Salinas shows that 105 of the married-couple family households (20.9%) and 358 of the single-parent households (59.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 94 households (21.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salinas
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children94 (21.0%)76 (27.3%)
1 or 2 Children11 (20.0%)248 (86.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total105 (20.9%)358 (59.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Salinas

Employment by Class of Employer in Salinas

Among the 1,040 employed individuals in Salinas, private company employees (642 | 61.7%), state government employees (150 | 14.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (117 | 11.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salinas
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees64261.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)60.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)11711.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations413.9%
Local Government Employees424.0%
State Government Employees15014.4%
Federal Government Employees424.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,040100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salinas

According to the labor force statistics for Salinas, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,624), 32.8% or 1,189 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 25 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 72.6% or 228 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.6% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Salinas
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years81 (68.6%)11 (13.6%)
25 to 29 Years46 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years228 (72.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years302 (59.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years293 (62.5%)14 (4.8%)
55 to 59 Years124 (56.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years51 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over27 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,189 (32.8%)25 (2.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salinas

According to labor force statistics for Salinas, 52.1% of individuals (1,044) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,004) are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 14 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 69.1% or 356 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.4% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salinas
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School18 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma350 (48.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree320 (60.7%)23 (4.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher356 (69.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,044 (52.1%)26 (1.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Salinas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salinas are Community & Social Service (96 | 8.3%), Management (93 | 8.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (70 | 6.0%), Health Technologists (70 | 6.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (40 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Salinas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salinas, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (67.1%), and Health Technologists (67.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Community & Social Service (63.5%), and Legal Services & Support (60.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Management38 (40.9%)55 (59.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 35 (36.5%)61 (63.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support10 (40.0%)15 (60.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating47 (67.1%)23 (32.9%)
Health Technologists47 (67.1%)23 (32.9%)
Total (Category)120 (46.3%)139 (53.7%)
Total (Overall)652 (56.0%)512 (44.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salinas are Food Preparation & Serving (127 | 10.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (112 | 9.6%), Personal Care & Service (60 | 5.1%), Security & Protection (50 | 4.3%), and Law Enforcement (30 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Salinas

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salinas, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (75.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (39.4%), and Personal Care & Service (36.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support6 (25.0%)18 (75.0%)
Security & Protection50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving77 (60.6%)50 (39.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance80 (71.4%)32 (28.6%)
Personal Care & Service38 (63.3%)22 (36.7%)
Total (Category)251 (67.3%)122 (32.7%)
Total (Overall)652 (56.0%)512 (44.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salinas are Office & Administration (138 | 11.9%), and Sales & Related (123 | 10.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salinas

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related73 (59.4%)50 (40.6%)
Office & Administration45 (32.6%)93 (67.4%)
Total (Category)118 (45.2%)143 (54.8%)
Total (Overall)652 (56.0%)512 (44.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salinas are Construction & Extraction (57 | 4.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (42 | 3.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Salinas

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)652 (56.0%)512 (44.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salinas are Production (117 | 10.1%), and Material Moving (55 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salinas

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Production49 (41.9%)68 (58.1%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving15 (27.3%)40 (72.7%)
Total (Category)64 (37.2%)108 (62.8%)
Total (Overall)652 (56.0%)512 (44.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salinas

Employment Industries in Salinas

The major employment industries in Salinas include Health Care & Social Assistance (168 | 14.4%), Public Administration (157 | 13.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (149 | 12.8%), Manufacturing (137 | 11.8%), and Retail Trade (122 | 10.5%).
Employment Industries in Salinas

Employment Industries by Sex in Salinas

The Salinas industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Information (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 Educational Services (81.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salinas
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing62 (45.3%)75 (54.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade46 (37.7%)76 (62.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific22 (71.0%)9 (29.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services16 (18.6%)70 (81.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance115 (68.4%)53 (31.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services105 (70.5%)44 (29.5%)
Public Administration109 (69.4%)48 (30.6%)
Total652 (56.0%)512 (44.0%)

Education in Salinas

School Enrollment in Salinas

The most common levels of schooling among the 720 students in Salinas are middle school (247 | 34.3%), elementary school (172 | 23.9%), and high school (155 | 21.5%).
School Enrollment in Salinas
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool598.2%
Kindergarten385.3%
Elementary School17223.9%
Middle School24734.3%
High School15521.5%
College / Undergraduate446.1%
Graduate / Professional50.7%
Total720100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salinas

Out of a total of 720 students who are enrolled in schools in Salinas, 102 (14.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 618 (85.8%) 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 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 36 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salinas
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds38 (64.4%)21 (35.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old154 (78.6%)42 (21.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds298 (96.4%)11 (3.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds82 (86.3%)13 (13.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total618 (85.8%)102 (14.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salinas

Education (269 | 33.7%), business (118 | 14.8%), science & technology (82 | 10.3%), arts & humanities (75 | 9.4%), and psychology (64 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 799 individuals in Salinas who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salinas
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural384.8%
Physical & Health Sciences516.4%
Psychology648.0%
Social Sciences212.6%
Engineering182.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology8210.3%
Business11814.8%
Education26933.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts192.4%
Communications445.5%
Arts & Humanities759.4%
Total799100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salinas

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salinas

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salinas are males with 2 vehicles (255, accounting for 45.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (217, making up 53.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salinas
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle46 (8.2%)62 (13.0%)
1 Vehicle59 (10.5%)70 (14.7%)
2 Vehicles255 (45.3%)217 (45.6%)
3 Vehicles180 (32.0%)80 (16.8%)
4 Vehicles23 (4.1%)47 (9.9%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total563 (100.0%)476 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salinas

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salinas are 5 to 9 minutes (240 commuters, 24.8%), 10 to 14 minutes (162 commuters, 16.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (120 commuters, 12.4%).
Commute Time in Salinas
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes333.4%
5 to 9 Minutes24024.8%
10 to 14 Minutes16216.8%
15 to 19 Minutes909.3%
20 to 24 Minutes10811.2%
25 to 29 Minutes454.6%
30 to 34 Minutes12012.4%
35 to 39 Minutes151.5%
40 to 44 Minutes394.0%
45 to 59 Minutes474.9%
60 to 89 Minutes485.0%
90 or more Minutes202.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Salinas

The most common commute times in Salinas are 5 to 9 minutes (167 commuters, 33.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (90 commuters, 19.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salinas
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes14 (2.8%)19 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes167 (33.0%)73 (15.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes135 (26.7%)27 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes33 (6.5%)57 (12.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes53 (10.5%)55 (11.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)45 (9.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes30 (5.9%)90 (19.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes7 (1.4%)8 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)39 (8.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes25 (4.9%)22 (4.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes42 (8.3%)6 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)20 (4.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salinas

The most frequent times of departure to work in Salinas are 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (78, 15.4%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (64, 13.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salinas
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM47 (9.3%)15 (3.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (1.4%)31 (6.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM53 (10.5%)47 (10.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM77 (15.2%)54 (11.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM61 (12.1%)39 (8.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM5 (1.0%)56 (12.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM53 (10.5%)10 (2.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM66 (13.0%)29 (6.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)37 (8.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM78 (15.4%)33 (7.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM16 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)64 (13.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM30 (5.9%)46 (10.0%)
Total506 (100.0%)461 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salinas

Occupancy by Ownership in Salinas

Of the total 1,738 dwellings in Salinas, owner-occupied units account for 1,245 (71.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 493 (28.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salinas
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,24571.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units49328.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,738100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salinas

Occupancy by Household Size in Salinas
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household53630.8%
2-Person Household66638.3%
3-Person Household38222.0%
4+ Person Household1548.9%
Total Housing Units1,738100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salinas

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salinas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household385 (71.8%)151 (28.2%)
2-Person Household558 (83.8%)108 (16.2%)
3-Person Household231 (60.5%)151 (39.5%)
4+ Person Household71 (46.1%)83 (53.9%)
Total Housing Units1,245 (71.6%)493 (28.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salinas

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salinas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School144 (57.8%)105 (42.2%)
High School Diploma483 (72.4%)184 (27.6%)
College/Associate Degree305 (70.0%)131 (30.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher313 (81.1%)73 (18.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salinas

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salinas
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17910.3%
35 to 44 Years17410.0%
45 to 54 Years1669.6%
55 to 64 Years36220.8%
65 to 74 Years48728.0%
75 to 84 Years24914.3%
85 Years and Over1217.0%
Total1,738100.0%

Housing Finances in Salinas

Median Income by Occupancy in Salinas

Median Income by Occupancy in Salinas
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,245 (71.6%)$26,570
Renter-Occupied493 (28.4%)$9,564
Average1,738 (100.0%)$21,023

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salinas

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salinas
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00058 (4.7%)178 (36.1%)
$5,000 to $9,999145 (11.7%)76 (15.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99990 (7.2%)63 (12.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999182 (14.6%)50 (10.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99969 (5.5%)25 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999269 (21.6%)16 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999168 (13.5%)32 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999205 (16.5%)12 (2.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (0.4%)16 (3.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99931 (2.5%)5 (1.0%)
$150,000 or more23 (1.8%)20 (4.1%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)493 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salinas

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salinas
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300738 (59.3%)95 (19.3%)
$300 to $499149 (12.0%)88 (17.8%)
$500 to $799227 (18.2%)88 (17.8%)
$800 to $99976 (6.1%)16 (3.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49925 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99911 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99919 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)493 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salinas

Housing Structures in Salinas

Housing Structures in Salinas
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,33977.0%
Single Unit, Attached875.0%
2 Unit Apartments291.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments20011.5%
10 or more Apartments834.8%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,738100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salinas

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salinas
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,143 (85.4%)196 (14.6%)
Single Unit, Attached56 (64.4%)31 (35.6%)
2 Unit Apartments29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments17 (8.5%)183 (91.5%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,245 (71.6%)493 (28.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salinas

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salinas
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)9 (1.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms29 (2.3%)109 (22.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms859 (69.0%)292 (59.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms307 (24.7%)63 (12.8%)
8 or more Rooms50 (4.0%)20 (4.1%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)493 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salinas

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salinas
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity116 (9.3%)42 (8.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels13 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used1,106 (88.8%)451 (91.5%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)493 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salinas

Household Vehicle Usage in Salinas
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle263 (21.1%)119 (24.1%)
1 Vehicle398 (32.0%)250 (50.7%)
2 Vehicles445 (35.7%)72 (14.6%)
3 or more Vehicles139 (11.2%)52 (10.5%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)493 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salinas

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salinas

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units857388
Median Property Value$91,700$99,900
Median Household Income$22,470$8
Monthly Housing Costs$172$0
Real Estate Taxes$253$371

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salinas

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salinas
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000186 (21.7%)18 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999327 (38.2%)177 (45.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999344 (40.1%)193 (49.7%)
$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%)
Total857 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salinas

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salinas
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000185 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999264 (30.8%)18 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999177 (20.6%)77 (19.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99996 (11.2%)92 (23.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999120 (14.0%)72 (18.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)85 (21.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
$150,000 or more15 (1.8%)31 (8.0%)
Total857 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salinas

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salinas
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x188 (21.9%)36,944 (9,521.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x159 (18.5%)116 (29.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x156 (18.2%)98 (25.3%)
4.0x or more330 (38.5%)48 (12.4%)
Total857 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salinas

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salinas
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80082 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4998 (0.9%)6 (1.5%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)11 (2.8%)
Total857 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years200 (93.9%)13 (6.1%)
6 to 18 Years623 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years166 (93.3%)12 (6.7%)
26 to 34 Years382 (86.0%)62 (14.0%)
35 to 44 Years404 (79.7%)103 (20.3%)
45 to 54 Years453 (96.6%)16 (3.4%)
55 to 64 Years517 (93.3%)37 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years732 (97.6%)18 (2.4%)
75 Years and older620 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,097 (94.0%)261 (6.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salinas
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born200 (93.9%)13 (6.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen623 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen166 (93.3%)12 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salinas
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,028 (93.3%)145 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,195 (95.5%)56 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999616 (93.3%)44 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over231 (93.5%)16 (6.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6150 (70.4%)67 (31.5%)
6 to 18 Years550 (88.3%)103 (16.5%)
19 to 25 Years109 (61.2%)57 (32.0%)
25 to 34 Years269 (60.6%)123 (27.7%)
35 to 44 Years262 (51.7%)142 (28.0%)
45 to 54 Years334 (71.2%)151 (32.2%)
55 to 64 Years338 (61.0%)207 (37.4%)
65 to 74 Years727 (96.9%)120 (16.0%)
75 Years and over606 (97.7%)165 (26.6%)
Total3,345 (76.8%)1,135 (26.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salinas

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years48 (17.2%)100 (29.9%)
18 to 34 Years25 (9.6%)142 (33.6%)
35 to 64 Years183 (23.0%)295 (40.3%)
65 to 74 Years129 (44.2%)173 (37.8%)
75 Years and over78 (43.3%)202 (45.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Salinas

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (1.9%)51 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (6.9%)23 (5.0%)
75 Years and over34 (18.9%)111 (25.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)62 (18.6%)
18 to 34 Years12 (4.6%)112 (26.5%)
35 to 64 Years58 (7.3%)205 (28.0%)
65 to 74 Years116 (39.7%)105 (22.9%)
75 Years and over39 (21.7%)41 (9.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years48 (17.2%)25 (7.5%)
18 to 34 Years13 (5.0%)30 (7.1%)
35 to 64 Years58 (7.3%)54 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years19 (6.5%)19 (4.2%)
75 Years and over45 (25.0%)75 (17.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years53 (6.7%)44 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (5.5%)70 (15.3%)
75 Years and over67 (37.2%)172 (39.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.7%)9 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years8 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over56 (31.1%)133 (30.2%)

Technology Access in Salinas

Computing Device Access in Salinas

Computing Device Access in Salinas
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop82747.6%
Smartphone87450.3%
Tablet58133.4%
No Computing Device63336.4%
Total1,738100.0%

Internet Access in Salinas

Internet Access in Salinas
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home98556.7%
Cellular Data Only26415.2%
Satellite Internet442.5%
No Internet44225.4%
Total1,738100.0%

Salinas Summary

Salinas is a municipality located in the southern coast of Puerto Rico, in the region known as the Southern Coastal Plain. It is bordered by the municipalities of Guayama, Arroyo, Patillas, and Yabucoa. Salinas is known as the “City of the Sun” due to its location in the Caribbean Sea, which gives it a warm climate year-round.

History

Salinas was founded in 1815 by Don Francisco de Salinas, a Spanish military officer. The town was originally called “Villa de Salinas” and was part of the municipality of Guayama. In 1831, Salinas was separated from Guayama and became its own municipality.
In the 19th century, Salinas was an important port for the export of sugar cane and other agricultural products. The town was also known for its salt production, which gave it its name.
In the 20th century, Salinas experienced a period of economic growth due to the development of the local sugar industry. The town also became a popular tourist destination due to its beaches and its proximity to San Juan.

Geography

Salinas is located in the southern coast of Puerto Rico, in the region known as the Southern Coastal Plain. It is bordered by the municipalities of Guayama, Arroyo, Patillas, and Yabucoa. The municipality covers an area of approximately 40 square miles and has a population of approximately 40,000 people.
The terrain of Salinas is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of the municipality. The town is located near the Caribbean Sea, which gives it a warm climate year-round.

Economy

Salinas’ economy is mainly based on agriculture and tourism. The town is known for its production of sugar cane, which is exported to other countries. Other agricultural products produced in Salinas include coffee, tobacco, and fruits.
The town is also a popular tourist destination due to its beaches and its proximity to San Juan. The local economy benefits from the influx of tourists, who come to enjoy the warm climate and the beautiful beaches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Salinas had a population of 39,945 people. The population is mostly of Puerto Rican descent, with a small percentage of people of other ethnic backgrounds. The median age of the population is 37.7 years.
The majority of the population (90.3%) speaks Spanish as their first language, while the remaining 9.7% speaks English. The majority of the population (90.3%) is Roman Catholic, while the remaining 9.7% is of other religious backgrounds.

Conclusion

Salinas is a municipality located in the southern coast of Puerto Rico, in the region known as the Southern Coastal Plain. It is bordered by the municipalities of Guayama, Arroyo, Patillas, and Yabucoa. Salinas is known as the “City of the Sun” due to its location in the Caribbean Sea, which gives it a warm climate year-round. The town’s economy is mainly based on agriculture and tourism, and it is a popular tourist destination due to its beaches and its proximity to San Juan. The population of Salinas is mostly of Puerto Rican descent, with a small percentage of people of other ethnic backgrounds. The majority of the population speaks Spanish as their first language, while the remaining 9.7% speaks English.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salinas?
Total Population of Salinas is 4,358.
What is the Total Male Population of Salinas?
Total Male Population of Salinas is 1,898.
What is the Total Female Population of Salinas?
Total Female Population of Salinas is 2,460.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salinas?
There are 77.15 Males per 100 Females in Salinas.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salinas?
There are 129.61 Females per 100 Males in Salinas.
What is the Median Population Age in Salinas?
Median Population Age in Salinas is 47.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salinas
Average Family Size in Salinas is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salinas
Average Household Size in Salinas is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salinas?
Per Capita income in Salinas is $14,769.
What is the Median Family Income in Salinas?
Median Family Income in Salinas is $25,112.
What is the Median Household income in Salinas?
Median Household Income in Salinas is $21,023.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salinas?
Income or Wage Gap in Salinas is 7.2%.
Women in Salinas earn 92.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Salinas?
Family Income Deficit in Salinas is $11,785.
Families that are below poverty line in Salinas earn $11,785 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salinas?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salinas is 0.54.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salinas?
There are 1,189 People in the Labor Forcein in Salinas.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salinas?
32.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Salinas.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salinas?
Unemployment Rate in Salinas is 2.1%.