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Population Review

Humacao, Puerto Rico Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Humacao, Puerto Rico is 15,893 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest city in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $21,366, the median home value is $113,400, and the median age is 49.6.

15,893

Population

3225

People / sq mi

$21,366

Median Income

$113,400

Median Home Value

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Humacao covers 4.9 sq mi of land at 3225 people per square mile.

About Humacao, PR

What sets Humacao apart is money: median household income runs $21,366, below the US median of $78,538. Humacao is a city in Puerto Rico with a population of 15,893. It ranks #15 among cities in Puerto Rico by population.

Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $21,366, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 37.0%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $113,400, with typical rent around $459.

Home-based work is uncommon, at 2.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Race & Ethnicity

White18.5%
Black or African American6.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$21,366

Median Household Income

$16,058

Per Capita Income

37.0%

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$113,400

Median Home Value

$459

Median Rent

64.1%

Owner-Occupied

Education

-

High School+

-

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

90.2%

Public Transit

2.3%

Work From Home

24.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

-

Foreign Born

-

Non-English at Home

-

Veterans

-

With Disability

95.2%

Health Insurance

-

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management28.0%
Manufacturing16.2%
Education, Health Care & Social Services10.2%
Public Administration9.0%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate7.4%
Construction6.2%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.1%
Retail Trade3.6%
Information3.6%
Agriculture & Mining0.7%
Transportation & Warehousing0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Humacao, Puerto Rico has a population of 15,893 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest city in Puerto Rico.

The median household income in Humacao, Puerto Rico is $21,366, with 37.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Humacao, Puerto Rico is $113,400, with median monthly rent at $459 and a homeownership rate of 64.1%.

The median age in Humacao, Puerto Rico is 49.6 years. The population is 46.7% male and 53.3% female.


Humacao zona urbana, PR Climate

Humacao zona urbana, PR has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F) and receives about 1942 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

25.9°C

Avg Temp

1942

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Humacao zona urbana, PR — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January24° / 75°88 mm
February24° / 75°67 mm
March24° / 76°82 mm
April25° / 78°112 mm
May26° / 79°216 mm
June27° / 81°161 mm
July27° / 81°173 mm
August27° / 81°229 mm
September27° / 81°231 mm
October27° / 80°258 mm
November26° / 78°195 mm
December25° / 76°130 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 Humacao zona urbana, PR

The most comfortable months to visit Humacao 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 20°C low). October is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

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