Bayamón, Puerto Rico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bayamón, Puerto Rico is 167,312 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest city in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $31,058, the median home value is $144,400, and the median age is 44.0.
167,312
Population
6177
People / sq mi
$31,058
Median Income
$144,400
Median Home Value
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Bayamón covers 27.1 sq mi of land at 6177 people per square mile.
About Bayamón, PR
What sets Bayamón apart is money: median household income runs $31,058, below the US median of $78,538. With 167,312 residents, Bayamón is a city in Puerto Rico. It is the #2-largest of all cities in Puerto Rico nationally.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $31,058, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 30.3%, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $144,400, with typical rent around $676.
Just 6.9% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 24.3% |
| Black or African American | 5.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$31,058
Median Household Income
$18,427
Per Capita Income
30.3%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$144,400
Median Home Value
$676
Median Rent
69.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
-
High School+
-
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
76.7%
Public Transit
6.9%
Work From Home
29.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
-
Foreign Born
-
Non-English at Home
-
Veterans
-
With Disability
92.8%
Health Insurance
-
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.8% |
| Information | 8.3% |
| Public Administration | 7.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.1% |
| Manufacturing | 4.7% |
| Construction | 4.4% |
| Retail Trade | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Common questions about Bayamón, PR
Frequently Asked Questions
Bayamón, Puerto Rico has a population of 167,312 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest city in Puerto Rico.
The median household income in Bayamón, Puerto Rico is $31,058, with 30.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bayamón, Puerto Rico is $144,400, with median monthly rent at $676 and a homeownership rate of 69.3%.
The median age in Bayamón, Puerto Rico is 44.0 years. The population is 46.7% male and 53.3% female.
Bayamón zona urbana, PR Climate
Bayamón zona urbana, PR has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F) and receives about 1800 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26°C
Avg Temp
1800
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 75° | 121 mm |
| February | 24° / 76° | 80 mm |
| March | 25° / 76° | 87 mm |
| April | 26° / 78° | 113 mm |
| May | 27° / 80° | 193 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 139 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 169 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 199 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 169 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 173 mm |
| November | 26° / 79° | 195 mm |
| December | 25° / 76° | 162 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Bayamón zona urbana, PR
The most comfortable months to visit Bayamón zona urbana, PR are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 19°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.