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What is the median household income in Puerto Rico?

The median household income in Puerto Rico is $25,096, with a per capita income of $16,794, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The poverty rate is 38.2%.

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Median household income represents the midpoint of all household incomes in Puerto Rico. It is generally a better indicator of typical household finances than the mean, which can be skewed by extremely high earners. Income should be considered alongside cost of living, a dollar stretches further in lower-income states with cheaper housing.

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The median household income in Puerto Rico is $25,096, with a per capita income of $16,794, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The poverty rate is 38.2%.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.