Mayagüez, Puerto Rico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mayagüez, Puerto Rico is 59,427 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest city in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $17,092, the median home value is $110,300, and the median age is 41.2.
59,427
Population
2832
People / sq mi
$17,092
Median Income
$110,300
Median Home Value
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Mayagüez covers 21.0 sq mi of land at 2832 people per square mile.
About Mayagüez, PR
What sets Mayagüez apart is money: median household income runs $17,092, below the US median of $78,538. Mayagüez is a city in Puerto Rico with a population of 59,427. It is the #7-largest of all cities in Puerto Rico nationally.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $17,092, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 47.3%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $110,300, with typical rent around $456.
Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.2%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 15.8% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$17,092
Median Household Income
$14,597
Per Capita Income
47.3%
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$110,300
Median Home Value
$456
Median Rent
46.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
-
High School+
-
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.1%
Drive Alone
83.0%
Public Transit
4.2%
Work From Home
20.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
-
Foreign Born
-
Non-English at Home
-
Veterans
-
With Disability
95.8%
Health Insurance
-
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.5% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.9% |
| Information | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 4.6% |
| Construction | 4.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mayagüez, Puerto Rico has a population of 59,427 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest city in Puerto Rico.
The median household income in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico is $17,092, with 47.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico is $110,300, with median monthly rent at $456 and a homeownership rate of 46.4%.
The median age in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico is 41.2 years. The population is 47.4% male and 52.6% female.
Mayagüez zona urbana, PR Climate
Mayagüez zona urbana, PR has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F) and receives about 1675 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
25.2°C
Avg Temp
1675
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 23° / 74° | 47 mm |
| February | 23° / 74° | 56 mm |
| March | 24° / 75° | 75 mm |
| April | 25° / 76° | 107 mm |
| May | 26° / 78° | 196 mm |
| June | 26° / 80° | 148 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 178 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 217 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 238 mm |
| October | 26° / 79° | 223 mm |
| November | 25° / 78° | 133 mm |
| December | 24° / 75° | 57 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 Mayagüez zona urbana, PR
The most comfortable months to visit Mayagüez zona urbana, PR are typically January, February and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 17°C low). September 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.