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
| White | 18.5% |
| Black or African American | 6.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
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 & Management | 28.0% |
| Manufacturing | 16.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.2% |
| Public Administration | 9.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.4% |
| Construction | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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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
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 75° | 88 mm |
| February | 24° / 75° | 67 mm |
| March | 24° / 76° | 82 mm |
| April | 25° / 78° | 112 mm |
| May | 26° / 79° | 216 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 161 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 173 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 229 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 231 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 258 mm |
| November | 26° / 78° | 195 mm |
| December | 25° / 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.