La Parguera, PR

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1,577
TOTAL POPULATION
861
MALE POPULATION
716
FEMALE POPULATION
120.25
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.5
MEDIAN AGE
4.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$6,339
PER CAPITA INCOME
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
262
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
21.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
32.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in La Parguera

The most populous races in La Parguera are Hispanic or Latino (1,577 | 100.0%), Some other Race (782 | 49.6%), and White / Caucasian (405 | 25.7%).
Race in La Parguera
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,577100.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian40525.7%
Two or more Races39024.7%
Some other Race78249.6%
Total1,577100.0%

Ancestry in La Parguera

The most populous ancestries reported in La Parguera are Puerto Rican (1,577 | 100.0%), and West Indian (12 | 0.8%), together accounting for 100.8% of all La Parguera residents.
Ancestry in La Parguera
Ancestry# Population% Population
Puerto Rican1,577100.0%
West Indian120.8%
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Immigrants in La Parguera

Immigrants in La Parguera
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in La Parguera

Sex and Age in La Parguera

The most populous age groups in La Parguera are 45 to 49 Years (182 | 21.1%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (142 | 19.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in La Parguera
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)25 (3.5%)
5 to 9 Years118 (13.7%)37 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Years72 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years61 (7.1%)110 (15.4%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)85 (11.9%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)20 (2.8%)
35 to 39 Years102 (11.8%)60 (8.4%)
40 to 44 Years73 (8.5%)142 (19.8%)
45 to 49 Years182 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years94 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)59 (8.2%)
65 to 69 Years113 (13.1%)133 (18.6%)
70 to 74 Years12 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)45 (6.3%)
80 to 84 Years17 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over17 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total861 (100.0%)716 (100.0%)

Families and Households in La Parguera

Median Family Size in La Parguera

The median family size in La Parguera is 4.80 persons per family, with married-couple families (115 | 38.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (123 | 40.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 4.26 persons per family.
Median Family Size in La Parguera
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple115 (38.0%)5.46
Single Male/Father65 (21.4%)4.65
Single Female/Mother123 (40.6%)4.26
Total Families303 (100.0%)4.80

Median Household Size in La Parguera

Median Household Size in La Parguera
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple115 (27.0%)5.46
Single Male/Father65 (15.3%)4.65
Single Female/Mother123 (28.9%)4.26
Non-family123 (28.9%)-
Total Households426 (100.0%)3.70

Household Size by Marriage Status in La Parguera

Out of a total of 426 households in La Parguera, 303 (71.1%) are family households, while 123 (28.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 118, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 123.
Household Size by Marriage Status in La Parguera
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-123 (28.9%)
2-Person Households81 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households118 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households49 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households55 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total303 (71.1%)123 (28.9%)

Female Fertility in La Parguera

Fertility by Age in La Parguera

Female Fertility by Age in La Parguera
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 La Parguera

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Parguera
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 La Parguera

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in La Parguera
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 La Parguera

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Parguera
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 La Parguera

Income Overview in La Parguera

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,577$6,339
Median Family Income303$0
Mean Family Income303$21,354
Median Household Income426$0
Mean Household Income426$18,575
Income Deficit303$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,5770.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,577100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5770.57

Earnings by Sex in La Parguera

Earnings by Sex in La Parguera
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male73 (29.7%)$0
Female173 (70.3%)$23,874
Total246 (100.0%)$23,616

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Parguera

The most common earnings brackets in La Parguera are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (49 | 67.1%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (121 | 69.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Parguera
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99949 (67.1%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)20 (11.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)121 (69.9%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99924 (32.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)32 (18.5%)
$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%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Parguera

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Parguera
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in La Parguera

Family Income Brackets in La Parguera

According to the La Parguera family income data, there are 123 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in La Parguera
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00012340.6%
$10,000 to $14,999299.6%
$15,000 to $24,9995417.8%
$25,000 to $34,9993712.2%
$35,000 to $49,999289.2%
$50,000 to $74,9993210.6%
$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 La Parguera

2-person families (81 | 26.7%) account for the highest median family income in La Parguera with $25,662 per family, while 2-person families (81 | 26.7%) have the highest median income of $12,831 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Parguera
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families81 (26.7%)$25,662
3-Person Families118 (38.9%)$0
4-Person Families49 (16.2%)$0
5-Person Families55 (18.1%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total303 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in La Parguera

Family Income by Number of Earners in La Parguera
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners233 (76.9%)$0
1 Earner18 (5.9%)$0
2 Earners52 (17.2%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total303 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in La Parguera

Household Income Brackets in La Parguera

With 217 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in La Parguera, accounting for 50.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in La Parguera
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00021750.9%
$10,000 to $14,999296.8%
$15,000 to $24,9995412.7%
$25,000 to $34,9996615.5%
$35,000 to $49,999286.6%
$50,000 to $74,999327.5%
$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 La Parguera

The median household income in La Parguera is $0, with the highest median household income of $24,444 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 204 households (47.9%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in La Parguera
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years130 (30.5%)$0
45 to 64 Years92 (21.6%)$2,499
65+ Years204 (47.9%)$24,444
Total426 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in La Parguera

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Parguera

With 77.5% poverty level for males and 50.6% for females among the residents of La Parguera, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 155 males (100.0%) and 25 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Parguera
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years155 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)105 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years151 (86.3%)49 (24.3%)
45 to 54 Years182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years94 (100.0%)41 (69.5%)
65 to 74 Years85 (68.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Total667 (77.5%)362 (50.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Parguera

According to the poverty statistics in La Parguera, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 La Parguera
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 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years24 (13.7%)153 (75.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)18 (30.5%)
65 to 74 Years40 (32.0%)133 (100.0%)
75 Years and over34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (22.5%)354 (49.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Parguera

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in La Parguera show that 47.8% or 55 of the total 115 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 26 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Parguera
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children32 (52.5%)29 (47.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (52.2%)55 (47.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Parguera

According to the poverty data in La Parguera, 73.9% or 48 single-father households and 39.8% or 49 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (73.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 49 households (47.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Parguera
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children48 (73.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)49 (47.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (73.9%)49 (39.8%)

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

The poverty data for La Parguera shows that 55 of the married-couple family households (47.8%) and 97 of the single-parent households (51.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 household (56.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Parguera
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)48 (56.5%)
1 or 2 Children29 (47.5%)49 (47.6%)
3 or 4 Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (47.8%)97 (51.6%)

Employment Characteristics in La Parguera

Employment by Class of Employer in La Parguera

Among the 177 employed individuals in La Parguera, , and private company employees (177 | 100.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in La Parguera
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees177100.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total177100.0%

Employment Status by Age in La Parguera

According to the labor force statistics for La Parguera, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,204), 21.8% or 262 individuals are in the labor force, with 32.4% or 85 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 85 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 85 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in La Parguera
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 Years85 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years177 (46.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total262 (21.8%)85 (32.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Parguera

According to labor force statistics for La Parguera, 32.1% of individuals (262) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (817) are in the labor force, with 32.4% or 85 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 61 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 100.0% or 85 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Parguera
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma85 (47.2%)180 (100.0%)
College / Associate Degree116 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total262 (32.1%)265 (32.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in La Parguera

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Parguera are Business & Financial (61 | 34.5%), Community & Social Service (32 | 18.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (32 | 18.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in La Parguera

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in La Parguera
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)61 (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%)32 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)93 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)

Services Occupations

Services Occupations in La Parguera

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in La Parguera
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 & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

Sales and Office Occupations in La Parguera

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in La Parguera
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)24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in La Parguera are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (24 | 13.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in La Parguera

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in La Parguera
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in La Parguera are , and Production (60 | 33.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in La Parguera

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in La Parguera
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in La Parguera

Employment Industries in La Parguera

The major employment industries in La Parguera include , and Manufacturing (177 | 100.0%).
Employment Industries in La Parguera

Employment Industries by Sex in La Parguera

Employment Industries by Sex in La Parguera
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)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 & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)
Total24 (13.6%)153 (86.4%)

Education in La Parguera

School Enrollment in La Parguera

The most common levels of schooling among the 426 students in La Parguera are high school (188 | 44.1%), elementary school (102 | 23.9%), and middle school (90 | 21.1%).
School Enrollment in La Parguera
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School10223.9%
Middle School9021.1%
High School18844.1%
College / Undergraduate4610.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total426100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Parguera

Out of a total of 426 students who are enrolled in schools in La Parguera, 113 (26.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 313 (73.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 155 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Parguera
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds37 (51.4%)35 (48.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds121 (79.1%)32 (20.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Total313 (73.5%)113 (26.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Parguera

Science & technology (61 | 68.5%), and business (28 | 31.5%) are the most common fields of study among 89 individuals in La Parguera who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Parguera
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology6168.5%
Business2831.5%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total89100.0%

Transportation & Commute in La Parguera

Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Parguera

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in La Parguera are males with 2 vehicles (24, accounting for 100.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (93, making up 15.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Parguera
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)60 (39.2%)
2 Vehicles24 (100.0%)93 (60.8%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Commute Time in La Parguera

The most frequently occuring commute durations in La Parguera are 15 to 19 minutes (116 commuters, 65.5%), 60 to 89 minutes (61 commuters, 34.5%), and less than 5 minutes (0 commuters, 0.0%).
Commute Time in La Parguera
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes11665.5%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes6134.5%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in La Parguera

The most common commute times in La Parguera are 15 to 19 minutes (24 commuters, 100.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (92 commuters, 60.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in La Parguera
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 Minutes24 (100.0%)92 (60.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)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%)61 (39.9%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Parguera

The most frequent times of departure to work in La Parguera are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (24, 100.0%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (92, 60.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Parguera
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 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM24 (100.0%)92 (60.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)61 (39.9%)
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%)
Total24 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in La Parguera

Occupancy by Ownership in La Parguera

Of the total 426 dwellings in La Parguera, owner-occupied units account for 302 (70.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 124 (29.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in La Parguera
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units30270.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12429.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units426100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in La Parguera

Occupancy by Household Size in La Parguera
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12328.9%
2-Person Household8119.0%
3-Person Household11827.7%
4+ Person Household10424.4%
Total Housing Units426100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Parguera

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Parguera
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household74 (60.2%)49 (39.8%)
2-Person Household81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household29 (27.9%)75 (72.1%)
Total Housing Units302 (70.9%)124 (29.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Parguera

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Parguera
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School97 (66.4%)49 (33.6%)
High School Diploma29 (27.9%)75 (72.1%)
College/Associate Degree148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Parguera

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Parguera
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years13030.5%
45 to 54 Years7417.4%
55 to 64 Years184.2%
65 to 74 Years12529.3%
75 to 84 Years6214.5%
85 Years and Over174.0%
Total426100.0%

Housing Finances in La Parguera

Median Income by Occupancy in La Parguera

Median Income by Occupancy in La Parguera
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied302 (70.9%)$23,843
Renter-Occupied124 (29.1%)$0
Average426 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Parguera

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Parguera
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00048 (15.9%)98 (79.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99945 (14.9%)26 (21.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99929 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99954 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99966 (21.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (10.6%)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%)
Total302 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Parguera

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Parguera
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300136 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49932 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799116 (38.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49918 (6.0%)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%)
Total302 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in La Parguera

Housing Structures in La Parguera

Housing Structures in La Parguera
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached30471.4%
Single Unit, Attached6715.7%
2 Unit Apartments5512.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total426100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Parguera

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Parguera
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached255 (83.9%)49 (16.1%)
Single Unit, Attached18 (26.9%)49 (73.1%)
2 Unit Apartments29 (52.7%)26 (47.3%)
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%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (70.9%)124 (29.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Parguera

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Parguera
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms77 (25.5%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms178 (58.9%)124 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms47 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Parguera

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Parguera
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas16 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 Used286 (94.7%)124 (100.0%)
Total302 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in La Parguera

Household Vehicle Usage in La Parguera
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle46 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle147 (48.7%)124 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles109 (36.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in La Parguera

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in La Parguera

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units200102
Median Property Value$84,800$107,800
Median Household Income$32,959$0
Monthly Housing Costs$175$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Parguera

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Parguera
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00017 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999127 (63.5%)36 (35.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99944 (22.0%)66 (64.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99912 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Parguera

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Parguera
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00045 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (14.5%)48 (47.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99966 (33.0%)54 (52.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (16.0%)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%)
Total200 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Parguera

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Parguera
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x49 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x20 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x45 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more86 (43.0%)36 (35.3%)
Total200 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Parguera

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Parguera
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)48 (47.1%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49912 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in La Parguera

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Parguera

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Parguera
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years380 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years328 (87.0%)49 (13.0%)
45 to 54 Years182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years59 (38.6%)94 (61.4%)
65 to 74 Years258 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,434 (90.9%)143 (9.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Parguera

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Parguera
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen380 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Parguera

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Parguera
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,093 (88.4%)143 (11.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99991 (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 La Parguera

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Parguera
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years345 (90.8%)35 (9.2%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years151 (40.1%)177 (46.9%)
45 to 54 Years182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years59 (38.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years258 (100.0%)70 (27.1%)
75 Years and over79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,204 (76.3%)300 (19.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Parguera

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Parguera
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years37 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (14.6%)
35 to 64 Years26 (5.8%)59 (22.6%)
65 to 74 Years12 (9.6%)56 (42.1%)
75 Years and over17 (50.0%)16 (35.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in La Parguera

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in La Parguera: <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%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in La Parguera: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years37 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (14.6%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (9.6%)20 (15.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in La Parguera: <span>Cognitive 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%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in La Parguera: <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 Years26 (5.8%)59 (22.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)56 (42.1%)
75 Years and over17 (50.0%)16 (35.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in La Parguera: <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 Years26 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in La Parguera

Computing Device Access in La Parguera

Computing Device Access in La Parguera
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop17641.3%
Smartphone21550.5%
Tablet10925.6%
No Computing Device14333.6%
Total426100.0%

Internet Access in La Parguera

Internet Access in La Parguera
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home13832.4%
Cellular Data Only4610.8%
Satellite Internet204.7%
No Internet22252.1%
Total426100.0%

La Parguera Summary

La Parguera is a small fishing village located on the southwestern coast of Puerto Rico. It is situated in the municipality of Lajas, and is part of the Porta del Sol region. La Parguera is known for its beautiful beaches, mangroves, and coral reefs, and is a popular tourist destination.

History

The area of La Parguera was first settled by the Taíno Indians, who were the indigenous people of Puerto Rico. The Taíno named the area “Paragüera”, which means “place of the parrots”. The Taíno were eventually displaced by the Spanish, who colonized the island in the 16th century. The Spanish established a small fishing village in La Parguera, and the area became known for its abundance of fish and seafood.
In the 19th century, La Parguera became a popular destination for wealthy families from San Juan and other parts of Puerto Rico. They built luxurious homes in the area, and the village became known as a place of leisure and relaxation.
In the 20th century, La Parguera became a popular tourist destination. The village was connected to the rest of Puerto Rico by a bridge in the 1950s, and the area began to develop rapidly. In the 1970s, the village was declared a protected area, and the government began to invest in the development of the area.

Geography

La Parguera is located on the southwestern coast of Puerto Rico, in the municipality of Lajas. The village is situated on a small peninsula, and is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea on three sides. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, mangroves, and coral reefs.
The village is divided into two sections: La Parguera Pueblo and La Parguera Playa. La Parguera Pueblo is the main village, and is home to most of the businesses and services in the area. La Parguera Playa is the beach area, and is popular with tourists.

Economy

The economy of La Parguera is largely based on tourism. The village is a popular destination for both local and international tourists, and the area is known for its beautiful beaches, mangroves, and coral reefs. The village also has a number of restaurants, bars, and hotels, which cater to tourists.
In addition to tourism, La Parguera is also known for its fishing industry. The village is home to a number of fishing boats, and the area is known for its abundance of fish and seafood.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of La Parguera was 2,845. The majority of the population is of Puerto Rican descent, and the village is predominantly Roman Catholic. The village is also home to a small number of immigrants from other Caribbean countries, such as the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
La Parguera is a small but vibrant village, and is a popular tourist destination. The village is known for its beautiful beaches, mangroves, and coral reefs, and is a great place to relax and enjoy the Caribbean lifestyle.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of La Parguera?
Total Population of La Parguera is 1,577.
What is the Total Male Population of La Parguera?
Total Male Population of La Parguera is 861.
What is the Total Female Population of La Parguera?
Total Female Population of La Parguera is 716.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in La Parguera?
There are 120.25 Males per 100 Females in La Parguera.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in La Parguera?
There are 83.16 Females per 100 Males in La Parguera.
What is the Median Population Age in La Parguera?
Median Population Age in La Parguera is 42.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in La Parguera
Average Family Size in La Parguera is 4.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in La Parguera
Average Household Size in La Parguera is 3.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in La Parguera?
Per Capita income in La Parguera is $6,339.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in La Parguera?
Inequality or Gini Index in La Parguera is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in La Parguera?
There are 262 People in the Labor Forcein in La Parguera.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in La Parguera?
21.8% of People are in the Labor Force in La Parguera.
What is the Unemployment Rate in La Parguera?
Unemployment Rate in La Parguera is 32.4%.