Betances, PR

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Betances Overview

760
TOTAL POPULATION
339
MALE POPULATION
421
FEMALE POPULATION
80.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
124.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$10,736
PER CAPITA INCOME
$20,417
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$9,265
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.59
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
246
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
34.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
26.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Betances

The most populous races in Betances are Hispanic or Latino (760 | 100.0%), Some other Race (371 | 48.8%), and White / Caucasian (292 | 38.4%).
Race in Betances
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino760100.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian29238.4%
Two or more Races9712.8%
Some other Race37148.8%
Total760100.0%

Ancestry in Betances

The most populous ancestries reported in Betances are Puerto Rican (760 | 100.0%), American (32 | 4.2%), and Central American Indian (30 | 4.0%), together accounting for 108.2% of all Betances residents.
Ancestry in Betances
Ancestry# Population% Population
American324.2%
Central American Indian304.0%
Puerto Rican760100.0%
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Immigrants in Betances

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

Sex and Age in Betances

The most populous age groups in Betances are 30 to 34 Years (80 | 23.6%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (64 | 15.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Betances
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)53 (12.6%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years46 (13.6%)18 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years80 (23.6%)60 (14.2%)
35 to 39 Years20 (5.9%)17 (4.0%)
40 to 44 Years15 (4.4%)64 (15.2%)
45 to 49 Years23 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years45 (13.3%)42 (10.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)33 (7.8%)
65 to 69 Years23 (6.8%)30 (7.1%)
70 to 74 Years18 (5.3%)15 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years17 (5.0%)31 (7.4%)
80 to 84 Years18 (5.3%)19 (4.5%)
85 Years and over34 (10.0%)30 (7.1%)
Total339 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Betances

Median Family Size in Betances

The median family size in Betances is 3.38 persons per family, with married-couple families (90 | 63.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.54 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (27 | 19.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.07 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Betances
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple90 (63.8%)3.54
Single Male/Father24 (17.0%)3.08
Single Female/Mother27 (19.2%)3.07
Total Families141 (100.0%)3.38

Median Household Size in Betances

The median household size in Betances is 2.36 persons per household, with single female/mother households (27 | 8.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.93 persons per household. non-family households (181 | 56.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.35 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Betances
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple90 (28.0%)3.54
Single Male/Father24 (7.4%)3.75
Single Female/Mother27 (8.4%)3.93
Non-family181 (56.2%)1.35
Total Households322 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Betances

Out of a total of 322 households in Betances, 141 (43.8%) are family households, while 181 (56.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 78, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 117.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Betances
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-117 (36.3%)
2-Person Households49 (15.2%)64 (19.9%)
3-Person Households78 (24.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households14 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total141 (43.8%)181 (56.2%)

Female Fertility in Betances

Fertility by Age in Betances

Female Fertility by Age in Betances
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 Betances

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Betances
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 Betances

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Betances
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 Betances

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Betances
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 Betances

Income Overview in Betances

Per Capita Income in Betances is $10,736, while median incomes of families and households are $20,417 and $9,265 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income760$10,736
Median Family Income141$20,417
Mean Family Income141$27,933
Median Household Income322$9,265
Mean Household Income322$22,983
Income Deficit141$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7600.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)760100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7600.59

Earnings by Sex in Betances

Earnings by Sex in Betances
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male115 (50.7%)$0
Female112 (49.3%)$26,250
Total227 (100.0%)$25,607

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Betances

The most common earnings brackets in Betances are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (43 | 37.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (68 | 60.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Betances
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9999 (7.8%)8 (7.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49943 (37.4%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99923 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)14 (12.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99940 (34.8%)68 (60.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)22 (19.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total115 (100.0%)112 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Betances

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Betances
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$7,125$0
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Betances

Family Income Brackets in Betances

According to the Betances family income data, there are 60 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 42.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Betances
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0006042.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9992618.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991812.8%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,9993726.2%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Betances

2-person families (73 | 51.8%) account for the highest median family income in Betances with $26,250 per family, while 2-person families (73 | 51.8%) have the highest median income of $13,125 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Betances
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families73 (51.8%)$26,250
3-Person Families54 (38.3%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families14 (9.9%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total141 (100.0%)$20,417

Family Income by Number of Earners in Betances

Family Income by Number of Earners in Betances
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners86 (61.0%)$0
1 Earner9 (6.4%)$0
2 Earners46 (32.6%)$72,500
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total141 (100.0%)$20,417

Household Income in Betances

Household Income Brackets in Betances

With 186 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Betances, accounting for 57.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Betances
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00018657.8%
$10,000 to $14,99982.5%
$15,000 to $24,999268.1%
$25,000 to $34,99992.8%
$35,000 to $49,99992.8%
$50,000 to $74,9998426.1%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Betances

The median household income in Betances is $9,265, with the highest median household income of $9,538 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 124 households (38.5%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Betances
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years113 (35.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years85 (26.4%)$0
65+ Years124 (38.5%)$9,538
Total322 (100.0%)$9,265

Poverty in Betances

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Betances

With 46.9% poverty level for males and 61.5% for females among the residents of Betances, 45 to 54 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 23 males (100.0%) and 17 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Betances
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years17 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years15 (42.9%)51 (63.0%)
45 to 54 Years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years45 (100.0%)61 (81.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (48.9%)
75 Years and over59 (85.5%)72 (90.0%)
Total159 (46.9%)259 (61.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Betances

According to the poverty statistics in Betances, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Betances
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years46 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years63 (78.7%)60 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (57.1%)30 (37.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)14 (18.7%)
65 to 74 Years41 (100.0%)23 (51.1%)
75 Years and over10 (14.5%)8 (10.0%)
Total180 (53.1%)162 (38.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Betances

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Betances show that 30.0% or 27 of the total 90 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 30.0%, comprising of 27 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 30.0%, which includes 27 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Betances
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children63 (70.0%)27 (30.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (70.0%)27 (30.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Betances

According to the poverty data in Betances, 100.0% or 24 single-father households and 66.7% or 18 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Betances
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children15 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (100.0%)18 (66.7%)

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

The poverty data for Betances shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (30.0%) and 42 of the single-parent households (82.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (30.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 33 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Betances
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children27 (30.0%)9 (50.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (30.0%)42 (82.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Betances

Employment by Class of Employer in Betances

Among the 180 employed individuals in Betances, private company employees (87 | 48.3%), self-employed (incorporated) (40 | 22.2%), and state government employees (30 | 16.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Betances
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8748.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4022.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2312.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees3016.7%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total180100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Betances

According to the labor force statistics for Betances, out of the total population over 16 years of age (707), 34.8% or 246 individuals are in the labor force, with 26.8% or 66 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 100.0% or 116 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 56.9% or 66 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Betances
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years85 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years116 (100.0%)66 (56.9%)
45 to 54 Years23 (71.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years14 (42.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total246 (34.8%)66 (26.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Betances

According to labor force statistics for Betances, 58.3% of individuals (238) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (408) are in the labor force, with 27.7% or 66 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 100.0% or 68 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 39.5% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Betances
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School92 (71.9%)49 (38.0%)
High School Diploma40 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree38 (40.0%)38 (39.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher68 (100.0%)16 (23.5%)
Total238 (58.3%)113 (27.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Betances

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Betances are Community & Social Service (30 | 16.7%), Education Instruction & Library (30 | 16.7%), and Business & Financial (22 | 12.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Betances

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Betances
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)106 (58.9%)74 (41.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Betances are Personal Care & Service (40 | 22.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (31 | 17.2%).
Services Occupations in Betances

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Betances
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance23 (74.2%)8 (25.8%)
Personal Care & Service40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)63 (88.7%)8 (11.3%)
Total (Overall)106 (58.9%)74 (41.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

Sales and Office Occupations in Betances

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Betances
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)106 (58.9%)74 (41.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Betances

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Betances
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)106 (58.9%)74 (41.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Betances are Production (34 | 18.9%), and Transportation (23 | 12.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Betances

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Betances
OccupationMaleFemale
Production20 (58.8%)14 (41.2%)
Transportation23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)43 (75.4%)14 (24.6%)
Total (Overall)106 (58.9%)74 (41.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Betances

Employment Industries in Betances

The major employment industries in Betances include Manufacturing (56 | 31.1%), Educational Services (30 | 16.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (23 | 12.8%), Administrative & Support (23 | 12.8%), and Retail Trade (8 | 4.4%).
Employment Industries in Betances

Employment Industries by Sex in Betances

The Betances industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Manufacturing (35.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Manufacturing (64.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Betances
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing20 (35.7%)36 (64.3%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (58.9%)74 (41.1%)

Education in Betances

School Enrollment in Betances

The most common levels of schooling among the 99 students in Betances are middle school (53 | 53.5%), and college / undergraduate (46 | 46.5%).
School Enrollment in Betances
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School5353.5%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate4646.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total99100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Betances

Out of a total of 99 students who are enrolled in schools in Betances, 23 (23.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 76 (76.8%) 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 23 (50.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 53 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Betances
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds23 (50.0%)23 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total76 (76.8%)23 (23.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Betances

Education (30 | 40.0%), business (22 | 29.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (16 | 21.3%), and physical & health sciences (7 | 9.3%) are the most common fields of study among 75 individuals in Betances who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Betances
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1621.3%
Physical & Health Sciences79.3%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business2229.3%
Education3040.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total75100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Betances

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Betances

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Betances are males with 2 vehicles (63, accounting for 59.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (22, making up 85.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Betances
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)8 (10.8%)
2 Vehicles63 (59.4%)22 (29.7%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles43 (40.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)44 (59.5%)
Total106 (100.0%)74 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Betances

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Betances are 30 to 34 minutes (60 commuters, 40.3%), 25 to 29 minutes (53 commuters, 35.6%), and 90 or more minutes (22 commuters, 14.8%).
Commute Time in Betances
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes149.4%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes5335.6%
30 to 34 Minutes6040.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes2214.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Betances

The most common commute times in Betances are 30 to 34 minutes (60 commuters, 72.3%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (30 commuters, 45.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Betances
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (21.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes23 (27.7%)30 (45.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes60 (72.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)22 (33.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Betances

The most frequent times of departure to work in Betances are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (63, 75.9%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (36, 54.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Betances
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM20 (24.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM63 (75.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)36 (54.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)30 (45.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (100.0%)66 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Betances

Occupancy by Ownership in Betances

Of the total 322 dwellings in Betances, owner-occupied units account for 195 (60.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 127 (39.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Betances
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units19560.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12739.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units322100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Betances

Occupancy by Household Size in Betances
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11736.3%
2-Person Household11335.1%
3-Person Household7824.2%
4+ Person Household144.3%
Total Housing Units322100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Betances

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Betances
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household59 (50.4%)58 (49.6%)
2-Person Household87 (77.0%)26 (23.0%)
3-Person Household35 (44.9%)43 (55.1%)
4+ Person Household14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units195 (60.6%)127 (39.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Betances

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Betances
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School84 (50.0%)84 (50.0%)
High School Diploma71 (71.7%)28 (28.3%)
College/Associate Degree33 (68.8%)15 (31.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Betances

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Betances
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8024.8%
35 to 44 Years3310.2%
45 to 54 Years92.8%
55 to 64 Years7623.6%
65 to 74 Years3310.2%
75 to 84 Years4313.4%
85 Years and Over4814.9%
Total322100.0%

Housing Finances in Betances

Median Income by Occupancy in Betances

Median Income by Occupancy in Betances
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied195 (60.6%)$0
Renter-Occupied127 (39.4%)$2,499
Average322 (100.0%)$9,265

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Betances

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Betances
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00031 (15.9%)70 (55.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99937 (19.0%)48 (37.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)9 (7.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99917 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9999 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99984 (43.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Betances

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Betances
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300170 (87.2%)10 (7.9%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)34 (26.8%)
$500 to $79916 (8.2%)33 (26.0%)
$800 to $9999 (4.6%)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%)
Total195 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Betances

Housing Structures in Betances

Housing Structures in Betances
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached26381.7%
Single Unit, Attached226.8%
2 Unit Apartments185.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments92.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments103.1%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total322100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Betances

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Betances
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached173 (65.8%)90 (34.2%)
Single Unit, Attached22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (60.6%)127 (39.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Betances

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Betances
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms81 (41.5%)18 (14.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms57 (29.2%)74 (58.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms43 (22.1%)35 (27.6%)
8 or more Rooms14 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Betances

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Betances
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas8 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity9 (4.6%)26 (20.5%)
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 Used178 (91.3%)101 (79.5%)
Total195 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Betances

Household Vehicle Usage in Betances
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle22 (11.3%)75 (59.1%)
1 Vehicle72 (36.9%)52 (40.9%)
2 Vehicles63 (32.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles38 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Betances

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Betances

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units17025
Median Property Value$59,800$109,700
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$169$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Betances

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Betances
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00036 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99986 (50.6%)9 (36.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99948 (28.2%)16 (64.0%)
$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%)
Total170 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Betances

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Betances
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00068 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99916 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (5.3%)9 (36.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99977 (45.3%)9 (36.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)7 (28.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total170 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Betances

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Betances
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x54 (31.8%)43,472 (173,888.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x40 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)9 (36.0%)
4.0x or more54 (31.8%)7 (28.0%)
Total170 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Betances

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Betances
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total170 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Betances

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Betances

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Betances
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years65 (56.0%)51 (44.0%)
45 to 54 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years111 (92.5%)9 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total700 (92.1%)60 (7.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Betances

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Betances
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Betances

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Betances
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000390 (90.7%)40 (9.3%)
$25,000 to $49,99949 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Betances

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Betances
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years41 (64.1%)23 (35.9%)
25 to 34 Years95 (67.9%)45 (32.1%)
35 to 44 Years35 (30.2%)30 (25.9%)
45 to 54 Years32 (100.0%)9 (28.1%)
55 to 64 Years87 (72.5%)24 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years72 (83.7%)30 (34.9%)
75 Years and over140 (94.0%)25 (16.8%)
Total555 (73.0%)186 (24.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Betances

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Betances
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)18 (34.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years45 (43.7%)19 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (31.1%)
75 Years and over33 (47.8%)46 (57.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Betances

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Betances: <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%)10 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over33 (47.8%)30 (37.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Betances: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over16 (23.2%)30 (37.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Betances: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)18 (34.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (34.0%)10 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)38 (47.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Betances: <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 Years18 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (31.1%)
75 Years and over33 (47.8%)46 (57.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Betances: <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 Years0 (0.0%)9 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (13.0%)30 (37.5%)

Technology Access in Betances

Computing Device Access in Betances

Computing Device Access in Betances
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop309.3%
Smartphone18055.9%
Tablet6620.5%
No Computing Device13341.3%
Total322100.0%

Internet Access in Betances

Internet Access in Betances
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home9830.4%
Cellular Data Only8225.5%
Satellite Internet92.8%
No Internet13341.3%
Total322100.0%

Betances Summary

The municipality of Betances, Puerto Rico is located in the eastern region of the island, in the municipality of Maunabo. It is bordered by the municipalities of Yabucoa to the north, Patillas to the south, and Maunabo to the west. The population of Betances was 2,845 in the 2010 census, making it the smallest municipality in Puerto Rico.

History

The area of Betances was originally inhabited by the Taíno Indians, who called the area “Yabucoa”. The first Spanish settlers arrived in the area in the early 16th century, and the area was officially founded in 1815. The town was named after the Dominican patriot and revolutionary, Ramón Betances.

Geography

Betances is located in the eastern region of Puerto Rico, in the municipality of Maunabo. It is bordered by the municipalities of Yabucoa to the north, Patillas to the south, and Maunabo to the west. The municipality covers an area of 8.3 square miles, and is located at an elevation of approximately 500 feet above sea level. The terrain is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of the municipality. The climate is tropical, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s.

Economy

The economy of Betances is largely based on agriculture, with the main crops being sugarcane, bananas, and coffee. The municipality also has a small fishing industry, and some small businesses. The unemployment rate in Betances is higher than the national average, and the poverty rate is also higher than the national average.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Betances was 2,845. The population is mostly of Hispanic descent, with a small percentage of African-American and other ethnicities. The median age of the population is 38.5 years, and the median household income is $14,845. The majority of the population is Roman Catholic, and the primary language spoken is Spanish.

Conclusion

Betances is a small municipality located in the eastern region of Puerto Rico. It has a rich history, and its economy is largely based on agriculture. The population is mostly of Hispanic descent, and the primary language spoken is Spanish. The median age of the population is 38.5 years, and the median household income is $14,845. Betances is a unique municipality with a rich culture and history.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Betances?
Total Population of Betances is 760.
What is the Total Male Population of Betances?
Total Male Population of Betances is 339.
What is the Total Female Population of Betances?
Total Female Population of Betances is 421.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Betances?
There are 80.52 Males per 100 Females in Betances.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Betances?
There are 124.19 Females per 100 Males in Betances.
What is the Median Population Age in Betances?
Median Population Age in Betances is 48.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Betances
Average Family Size in Betances is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Betances
Average Household Size in Betances is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Betances?
Per Capita income in Betances is $10,736.
What is the Median Family Income in Betances?
Median Family Income in Betances is $20,417.
What is the Median Household income in Betances?
Median Household Income in Betances is $9,265.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Betances?
Inequality or Gini Index in Betances is 0.59.
How Large is the Labor Force in Betances?
There are 246 People in the Labor Forcein in Betances.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Betances?
34.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Betances.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Betances?
Unemployment Rate in Betances is 26.8%.