Piedra Gorda, PR

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Piedra Gorda Overview

2,084
TOTAL POPULATION
847
MALE POPULATION
1,237
FEMALE POPULATION
68.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
146.04
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$10,627
PER CAPITA INCOME
3.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
96.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,445
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.60
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
720
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
43.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Piedra Gorda

The most populous races in Piedra Gorda are Hispanic or Latino (2,084 | 100.0%), White / Caucasian (1,651 | 79.2%), and Two or more Races (405 | 19.4%).
Race in Piedra Gorda
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,084100.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,65179.2%
Two or more Races40519.4%
Some other Race281.3%
Total2,084100.0%

Ancestry in Piedra Gorda

The most populous ancestries reported in Piedra Gorda are Puerto Rican (2,084 | 100.0%), and South American Indian (151 | 7.2%), together accounting for 107.3% of all Piedra Gorda residents.
Ancestry in Piedra Gorda
Ancestry# Population% Population
Puerto Rican2,084100.0%
South American Indian1517.2%
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Immigrants in Piedra Gorda

Immigrants in Piedra Gorda
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Sex and Age in Piedra Gorda

Sex and Age in Piedra Gorda

The most populous age groups in Piedra Gorda are 25 to 29 Years (149 | 17.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (175 | 14.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Piedra Gorda
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years40 (4.7%)71 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)145 (11.7%)
10 to 14 Years52 (6.1%)33 (2.7%)
15 to 19 Years37 (4.4%)114 (9.2%)
20 to 24 Years54 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years149 (17.6%)117 (9.5%)
30 to 34 Years30 (3.5%)96 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Years86 (10.2%)91 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)99 (8.0%)
45 to 49 Years111 (13.1%)93 (7.5%)
50 to 54 Years44 (5.2%)22 (1.8%)
55 to 59 Years113 (13.3%)175 (14.1%)
60 to 64 Years69 (8.2%)58 (4.7%)
65 to 69 Years18 (2.1%)97 (7.8%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)26 (2.1%)
80 to 84 Years21 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over23 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total847 (100.0%)1,237 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Piedra Gorda

Median Family Size in Piedra Gorda

The median family size in Piedra Gorda is 3.77 persons per family, with single male/father families (16 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 13.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (179 | 37.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.95 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Piedra Gorda
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple288 (59.6%)3.75
Single Male/Father16 (3.3%)13.25
Single Female/Mother179 (37.1%)2.95
Total Families483 (100.0%)3.77

Median Household Size in Piedra Gorda

The median household size in Piedra Gorda is 3.20 persons per household, with single male/father households (16 | 2.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 13.25 persons per household. non-family households (168 | 25.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Piedra Gorda
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple288 (44.2%)3.75
Single Male/Father16 (2.5%)13.25
Single Female/Mother179 (27.5%)3.36
Non-family168 (25.8%)1.14
Total Households651 (100.0%)3.20

Household Size by Marriage Status in Piedra Gorda

Out of a total of 651 households in Piedra Gorda, 483 (74.2%) are family households, while 168 (25.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 211, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 144.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Piedra Gorda
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-144 (22.1%)
2-Person Households158 (24.3%)24 (3.7%)
3-Person Households211 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households98 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households16 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total483 (74.2%)168 (25.8%)

Female Fertility in Piedra Gorda

Fertility by Age in Piedra Gorda

Female Fertility by Age in Piedra Gorda
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 Piedra Gorda

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Piedra Gorda
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 Piedra Gorda

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Piedra Gorda
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 Piedra Gorda

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Piedra Gorda
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 Piedra Gorda

Income Overview in Piedra Gorda

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,084$10,627
Median Family Income483$0
Mean Family Income483$23,656
Median Household Income651$0
Mean Household Income651$21,652
Income Deficit483$12,445
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,0843.78%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,08496.22¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,0840.60

Earnings by Sex in Piedra Gorda

Average Earnings in Piedra Gorda are $16,983, $17,560 for men and $16,897 for women, a difference of 3.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Piedra Gorda
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male460 (69.7%)$17,560
Female200 (30.3%)$16,897
Total660 (100.0%)$16,983

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Piedra Gorda

The most common earnings brackets in Piedra Gorda are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (82 | 17.8%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (93 | 46.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Piedra Gorda
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less37 (8.0%)23 (11.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99982 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49929 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99938 (8.3%)31 (15.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99943 (9.3%)24 (12.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)29 (14.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99942 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49930 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99942 (9.1%)93 (46.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99926 (5.7%)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 $54,99930 (6.5%)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+61 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total460 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Piedra Gorda

Average earnings in Piedra Gorda are $19,792 for men and $16,897 for women, a difference of 14.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $35,625, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $4,911. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $22,944, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $22,944.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Piedra Gorda
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$4,911$0
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$35,625$22,944
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$19,792$16,897

Family Income in Piedra Gorda

Family Income Brackets in Piedra Gorda

According to the Piedra Gorda family income data, there are 242 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 50.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Piedra Gorda
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00024250.1%
$10,000 to $14,999296.0%
$15,000 to $24,9999619.9%
$25,000 to $34,999183.7%
$35,000 to $49,999265.4%
$50,000 to $74,999265.4%
$75,000 to $99,999306.2%
$100,000 to $149,999163.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Piedra Gorda

2-person families (203 | 42.0%) account for the highest median family income in Piedra Gorda with $6,799 per family, while 2-person families (203 | 42.0%) have the highest median income of $3,400 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Piedra Gorda
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families203 (42.0%)$6,799
3-Person Families190 (39.3%)$0
4-Person Families74 (15.3%)$0
5-Person Families16 (3.3%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total483 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Piedra Gorda

Family Income by Number of Earners in Piedra Gorda
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners246 (50.9%)$0
1 Earner110 (22.8%)$18,646
2 Earners101 (20.9%)$69,567
3+ Earners26 (5.4%)$0
Total483 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Piedra Gorda

Household Income Brackets in Piedra Gorda

With 331 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Piedra Gorda, accounting for 50.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Piedra Gorda
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00033150.8%
$10,000 to $14,999294.5%
$15,000 to $24,99912719.5%
$25,000 to $34,999426.5%
$35,000 to $49,999507.7%
$50,000 to $74,999264.0%
$75,000 to $99,999304.6%
$100,000 to $149,999162.5%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Piedra Gorda

The median household income in Piedra Gorda is $0, with the highest median household income of $18,682 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 297 households (45.6%) 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 16 households (2.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Piedra Gorda
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years16 (2.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years190 (29.2%)$2,499
45 to 64 Years297 (45.6%)$18,682
65+ Years148 (22.7%)$0
Total651 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in Piedra Gorda

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Piedra Gorda

With 36.6% poverty level for males and 73.5% for females among the residents of Piedra Gorda, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 40 males (100.0%) and 71 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Piedra Gorda
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years40 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)127 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)92 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years38 (70.4%)22 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years19 (10.6%)144 (67.6%)
35 to 44 Years43 (50.0%)137 (72.1%)
45 to 54 Years44 (28.4%)64 (55.6%)
55 to 64 Years68 (37.4%)118 (50.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)83 (85.6%)
75 Years and over21 (47.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total310 (36.6%)909 (73.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Piedra Gorda

According to the poverty statistics in Piedra Gorda, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 75 years and over 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 Piedra Gorda
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 Years52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years16 (29.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years160 (89.4%)69 (32.4%)
35 to 44 Years43 (50.0%)53 (27.9%)
45 to 54 Years111 (71.6%)51 (44.4%)
55 to 64 Years114 (62.6%)115 (49.4%)
65 to 74 Years18 (100.0%)14 (14.4%)
75 Years and over23 (52.3%)26 (100.0%)
Total537 (63.4%)328 (26.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Piedra Gorda

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Piedra Gorda show that 54.9% or 158 of the total 288 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 74.8%, comprising of 89 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 40.8%, which includes 69 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Piedra Gorda
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children100 (59.2%)69 (40.8%)
1 or 2 Children30 (25.2%)89 (74.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (45.1%)158 (54.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Piedra Gorda

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Piedra Gorda
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)120 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)179 (100.0%)

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

The poverty data for Piedra Gorda shows that 158 of the married-couple family households (54.9%) and 179 of the single-parent households (91.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 89 households (74.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 120 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Piedra Gorda
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children69 (40.8%)59 (78.7%)
1 or 2 Children89 (74.8%)120 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total158 (54.9%)179 (91.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Piedra Gorda

Employment by Class of Employer in Piedra Gorda

Among the 660 employed individuals in Piedra Gorda, private company employees (469 | 71.1%), state government employees (142 | 21.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (49 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Piedra Gorda
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees46971.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)497.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees14221.5%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total660100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Piedra Gorda

According to the labor force statistics for Piedra Gorda, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,651), 43.6% or 720 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.3% or 60 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 73.7% or 196 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.4% or 42 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Piedra Gorda
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years37 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years38 (70.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years196 (73.7%)42 (21.4%)
30 to 34 Years30 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years86 (31.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years123 (45.6%)18 (14.6%)
55 to 59 Years197 (68.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years13 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total720 (43.6%)60 (8.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Piedra Gorda

According to labor force statistics for Piedra Gorda, 47.7% of individuals (645) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,353) are in the labor force, with 9.3% or 60 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 64.0% or 416 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.6% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Piedra Gorda
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School132 (59.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma97 (22.8%)79 (18.6%)
College / Associate Degree416 (64.0%)66 (10.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total645 (47.7%)126 (9.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Piedra Gorda

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Piedra Gorda

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Piedra Gorda
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)460 (69.7%)200 (30.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Piedra Gorda are Security & Protection (142 | 21.5%), Law Enforcement (142 | 21.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (96 | 14.5%).
Services Occupations in Piedra Gorda

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Piedra Gorda, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (51.4%), Law Enforcement (51.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (51.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (49.0%), Security & Protection (48.6%), and Law Enforcement (48.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Piedra Gorda
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection73 (51.4%)69 (48.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement73 (51.4%)69 (48.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance49 (51.0%)47 (49.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)122 (51.3%)116 (48.7%)
Total (Overall)460 (69.7%)200 (30.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Piedra Gorda are , and Office & Administration (122 | 18.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Piedra Gorda

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Piedra Gorda
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration67 (54.9%)55 (45.1%)
Total (Category)67 (54.9%)55 (45.1%)
Total (Overall)460 (69.7%)200 (30.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Piedra Gorda are Construction & Extraction (142 | 21.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (26 | 3.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Piedra Gorda

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Piedra Gorda
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)460 (69.7%)200 (30.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Piedra Gorda are Material Moving (80 | 12.1%), and Production (52 | 7.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Piedra Gorda

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Piedra Gorda
OccupationMaleFemale
Production23 (44.2%)29 (55.8%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)103 (78.0%)29 (22.0%)
Total (Overall)460 (69.7%)200 (30.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Piedra Gorda

Employment Industries in Piedra Gorda

The major employment industries in Piedra Gorda include Public Administration (142 | 21.5%), Construction (116 | 17.6%), Manufacturing (78 | 11.8%), Retail Trade (72 | 10.9%), and Administrative & Support (47 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Piedra Gorda

Employment Industries by Sex in Piedra Gorda

The Piedra Gorda industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Retail Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Piedra Gorda
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing49 (62.8%)29 (37.2%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
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%)47 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration73 (51.4%)69 (48.6%)
Total460 (69.7%)200 (30.3%)

Education in Piedra Gorda

School Enrollment in Piedra Gorda

The most common levels of schooling among the 324 students in Piedra Gorda are high school (129 | 39.8%), middle school (85 | 26.2%), and kindergarten (51 | 15.7%).
School Enrollment in Piedra Gorda
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten5115.7%
Elementary School4313.3%
Middle School8526.2%
High School12939.8%
College / Undergraduate164.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total324100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Piedra Gorda

Out of a total of 324 students who are enrolled in schools in Piedra Gorda, 16 (4.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 308 (95.1%) 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 16 (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 94 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Piedra Gorda
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (95.1%)16 (4.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Piedra Gorda

Education (55 | 67.9%), and business (26 | 32.1%) are the most common fields of study among 81 individuals in Piedra Gorda who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Piedra Gorda
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 & Technology00.0%
Business2632.1%
Education5567.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total81100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Piedra Gorda

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Piedra Gorda

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Piedra Gorda are males with 2 vehicles (172, accounting for 37.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (55, making up 86.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Piedra Gorda
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle23 (5.0%)24 (12.0%)
2 Vehicles172 (37.4%)55 (27.5%)
3 Vehicles136 (29.6%)92 (46.0%)
4 Vehicles103 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles26 (5.7%)29 (14.5%)
Total460 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Piedra Gorda

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Piedra Gorda are 30 to 34 minutes (224 commuters, 35.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (136 commuters, 21.4%), and 90 or more minutes (69 commuters, 10.9%).
Commute Time in Piedra Gorda
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes518.0%
15 to 19 Minutes436.8%
20 to 24 Minutes13621.4%
25 to 29 Minutes264.1%
30 to 34 Minutes22435.3%
35 to 39 Minutes243.8%
40 to 44 Minutes619.6%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes6910.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Piedra Gorda

The most common commute times in Piedra Gorda are 30 to 34 minutes (164 commuters, 37.8%) for males and 90 or more minutes (69 commuters, 34.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Piedra Gorda
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes51 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes43 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes89 (20.5%)47 (23.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes26 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes164 (37.8%)60 (30.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)24 (12.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes61 (14.1%)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%)69 (34.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Piedra Gorda

The most frequent times of departure to work in Piedra Gorda are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (159, 36.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (93, 46.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Piedra Gorda
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 AM85 (19.6%)29 (14.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM13 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM159 (36.6%)93 (46.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM92 (21.2%)47 (23.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM85 (19.6%)31 (15.5%)
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%)
Total434 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Piedra Gorda

Occupancy by Ownership in Piedra Gorda

Of the total 651 dwellings in Piedra Gorda, owner-occupied units account for 531 (81.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 120 (18.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Piedra Gorda
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units53181.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12018.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units651100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Piedra Gorda

Occupancy by Household Size in Piedra Gorda
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14422.1%
2-Person Household18228.0%
3-Person Household21132.4%
4+ Person Household11417.5%
Total Housing Units651100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Piedra Gorda

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Piedra Gorda
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household91 (43.1%)120 (56.9%)
4+ Person Household114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units531 (81.6%)120 (18.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Piedra Gorda

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Piedra Gorda
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School170 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree142 (54.2%)120 (45.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Piedra Gorda

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Piedra Gorda
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years16024.6%
35 to 44 Years467.1%
45 to 54 Years17426.7%
55 to 64 Years12318.9%
65 to 74 Years10115.5%
75 to 84 Years477.2%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total651100.0%

Housing Finances in Piedra Gorda

Median Income by Occupancy in Piedra Gorda

Median Income by Occupancy in Piedra Gorda
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied531 (81.6%)$17,551
Renter-Occupied120 (18.4%)$0
Average651 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Piedra Gorda

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Piedra Gorda
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00092 (17.3%)96 (80.0%)
$5,000 to $9,999143 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99929 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99973 (13.8%)24 (20.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99930 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99950 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99926 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total531 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Piedra Gorda

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Piedra Gorda
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300350 (65.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49969 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79985 (16.0%)45 (37.5%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49927 (5.1%)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%)
Total531 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Piedra Gorda

Housing Structures in Piedra Gorda

Housing Structures in Piedra Gorda
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached60693.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments456.9%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total651100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Piedra Gorda

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Piedra Gorda
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached531 (87.6%)75 (12.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)45 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total531 (81.6%)120 (18.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Piedra Gorda

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Piedra Gorda
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms13 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms440 (82.9%)120 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms78 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total531 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Piedra Gorda

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Piedra Gorda
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)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 Used531 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)
Total531 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Piedra Gorda

Household Vehicle Usage in Piedra Gorda
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle67 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle150 (28.2%)51 (42.5%)
2 Vehicles198 (37.3%)24 (20.0%)
3 or more Vehicles116 (21.8%)45 (37.5%)
Total531 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Piedra Gorda

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Piedra Gorda

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units400131
Median Property Value$108,200$95,700
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$156$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Piedra Gorda

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Piedra Gorda
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999161 (40.3%)77 (58.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999239 (59.8%)54 (41.2%)
$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%)
Total400 (100.0%)131 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Piedra Gorda

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Piedra Gorda
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000203 (50.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99987 (21.7%)32 (24.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (10.5%)45 (34.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99926 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99926 (6.5%)24 (18.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (4.0%)30 (22.9%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (100.0%)131 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Piedra Gorda

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Piedra Gorda
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x60 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)30 (22.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x30 (7.5%)24 (18.3%)
4.0x or more237 (59.3%)18 (13.7%)
Total400 (100.0%)131 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Piedra Gorda

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Piedra Gorda
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)19 (14.5%)
$800 to $1,49924 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (100.0%)131 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Piedra Gorda

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Piedra Gorda

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Piedra Gorda
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years308 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years323 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years276 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years270 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years415 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,084 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Piedra Gorda

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Piedra Gorda
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen308 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Piedra Gorda

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Piedra Gorda
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999358 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999204 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over212 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Piedra Gorda

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Piedra Gorda
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6126 (77.8%)71 (43.8%)
6 to 18 Years308 (100.0%)43 (14.0%)
19 to 25 Years129 (89.0%)16 (11.0%)
25 to 34 Years250 (77.4%)73 (22.6%)
35 to 44 Years233 (84.4%)43 (15.6%)
45 to 54 Years166 (61.5%)104 (38.5%)
55 to 64 Years223 (53.7%)192 (46.3%)
65 to 74 Years115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,620 (77.7%)542 (26.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Piedra Gorda

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Piedra Gorda
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years38 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years76 (18.0%)245 (45.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)55 (56.7%)
75 Years and over23 (52.3%)26 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Piedra Gorda

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Piedra Gorda: <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 Years30 (7.1%)31 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (24.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Piedra Gorda: <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 Years30 (7.1%)86 (16.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (24.7%)
75 Years and over23 (52.3%)26 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Piedra Gorda: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years38 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years76 (18.0%)159 (29.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)55 (56.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Piedra Gorda: <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 Years48 (11.4%)53 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (24.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Piedra Gorda: <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%)91 (16.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (24.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Piedra Gorda

Computing Device Access in Piedra Gorda

Computing Device Access in Piedra Gorda
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9614.7%
Smartphone54283.3%
Tablet22734.9%
No Computing Device10916.7%
Total651100.0%

Internet Access in Piedra Gorda

Internet Access in Piedra Gorda
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home29645.5%
Cellular Data Only20331.2%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet15223.4%
Total651100.0%

Piedra Gorda Summary

Piedra Gorda is a small municipality located in the northern region of Puerto Rico. It is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The municipality is bordered by the municipalities of Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Dorado, and Vega Alta. As of the 2010 census, the population of Piedra Gorda was 8,845.

Geography

Piedra Gorda is located in the northern region of Puerto Rico, in the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by the municipalities of Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Dorado, and Vega Alta. The municipality covers an area of 8.7 square miles (22.5 km2). The terrain is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of the municipality. The highest point is Cerro La Piedra Gorda, which rises to an elevation of 1,067 feet (325 m).
The climate in Piedra Gorda is tropical, with an average temperature of 79°F (26°C). The average annual precipitation is 52 inches (1,320 mm).

History

The area now known as Piedra Gorda was originally inhabited by the Taíno people. The first European to explore the area was Christopher Columbus, who arrived in 1493. The area was later settled by Spanish colonists in the 16th century.
In 1776, the area was officially established as a municipality, and was named after the nearby Cerro La Piedra Gorda. The municipality was originally part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area, but in 1878 it was annexed to the municipality of Toa Alta.
In 1894, Piedra Gorda was re-established as a municipality. The municipality has remained relatively unchanged since then, with the exception of a few changes in its boundaries.

Economy

The economy of Piedra Gorda is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the municipality are coffee, plantains, bananas, and sugarcane. The municipality also has a small manufacturing sector, which produces food products, furniture, and clothing.
The municipality also has a small tourism industry, with several hotels and resorts located in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Piedra Gorda was 8,845. The population is mostly of Puerto Rican descent, with a small minority of African and European descent. The majority of the population is Roman Catholic.
The median household income in Piedra Gorda is $17,845, and the median age is 37. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

Conclusion

Piedra Gorda is a small municipality located in the northern region of Puerto Rico. It is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The municipality covers an area of 8.7 square miles (22.5 km2), and has a population of 8,845. The economy of Piedra Gorda is largely based on agriculture, with a small manufacturing and tourism sector. The population is mostly of Puerto Rican descent, with a small minority of African and European descent. The median household income in Piedra Gorda is $17,845, and the median age is 37.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Piedra Gorda?
Total Population of Piedra Gorda is 2,084.
What is the Total Male Population of Piedra Gorda?
Total Male Population of Piedra Gorda is 847.
What is the Total Female Population of Piedra Gorda?
Total Female Population of Piedra Gorda is 1,237.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Piedra Gorda?
There are 68.47 Males per 100 Females in Piedra Gorda.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Piedra Gorda?
There are 146.04 Females per 100 Males in Piedra Gorda.
What is the Median Population Age in Piedra Gorda?
Median Population Age in Piedra Gorda is 38.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Piedra Gorda
Average Family Size in Piedra Gorda is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Piedra Gorda
Average Household Size in Piedra Gorda is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Piedra Gorda?
Per Capita income in Piedra Gorda is $10,627.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Piedra Gorda?
Income or Wage Gap in Piedra Gorda is 3.8%.
Women in Piedra Gorda earn 96.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Piedra Gorda?
Family Income Deficit in Piedra Gorda is $12,445.
Families that are below poverty line in Piedra Gorda earn $12,445 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Piedra Gorda?
Inequality or Gini Index in Piedra Gorda is 0.60.
How Large is the Labor Force in Piedra Gorda?
There are 720 People in the Labor Forcein in Piedra Gorda.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Piedra Gorda?
43.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Piedra Gorda.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Piedra Gorda?
Unemployment Rate in Piedra Gorda is 8.3%.