Isabela, Puerto Rico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Isabela, Puerto Rico is 10,642 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $19,281, the median home value is $112,000, and the median age is 45.2.
10,642
Population
4065
People / sq mi
$19,281
Median Income
$112,000
Median Home Value
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Isabela covers 2.6 sq mi of land at 4065 people per square mile.
About Isabela, PR
Among US cities, Isabela stands out first on household income: a median of $19,281, below the US median of $78,538. With 10,642 residents, Isabela is a city in Puerto Rico. It ranks #28 among cities in Puerto Rico by population.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $19,281, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 44.0%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $112,000, with typical rent around $586.
Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 50.0% |
| Black or African American | 8.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$19,281
Median Household Income
$15,092
Per Capita Income
44.0%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$112,000
Median Home Value
$586
Median Rent
62.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
-
High School+
-
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
78.9%
Public Transit
3.1%
Work From Home
26.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
-
Foreign Born
-
Non-English at Home
-
Veterans
-
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
-
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 15.0% |
| Manufacturing | 11.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Information | 6.2% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Retail Trade | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Isabela, Puerto Rico has a population of 10,642 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Puerto Rico.
The median household income in Isabela, Puerto Rico is $19,281, with 44.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Isabela, Puerto Rico is $112,000, with median monthly rent at $586 and a homeownership rate of 62.9%.
The median age in Isabela, Puerto Rico is 45.2 years. The population is 45.2% male and 54.8% female.
Isabela zona urbana, PR Climate
Isabela zona urbana, PR has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F) and receives about 1632 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
25.5°C
Avg Temp
1632
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 75° | 72 mm |
| February | 24° / 75° | 72 mm |
| March | 24° / 76° | 82 mm |
| April | 25° / 77° | 123 mm |
| May | 26° / 79° | 203 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 174 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 134 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 171 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 179 mm |
| October | 26° / 79° | 184 mm |
| November | 26° / 78° | 136 mm |
| December | 24° / 76° | 102 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 Isabela zona urbana, PR
The most comfortable months to visit Isabela zona urbana, PR are typically January, February and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 18°C low). May 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.