San Germán, Puerto Rico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of San Germán, Puerto Rico is 10,877 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest city in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $16,052, the median home value is $116,700, and the median age is 45.0.
10,877
Population
3799
People / sq mi
$16,052
Median Income
$116,700
Median Home Value
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San Germán covers 2.9 sq mi of land at 3799 people per square mile.
About San Germán, PR
Among US cities, San Germán stands out first on household income: a median of $16,052, below the US median of $78,538. With 10,877 residents, San Germán is a city in Puerto Rico. It ranks #25 among cities in Puerto Rico by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $16,052, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 44.9%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $116,700, with typical rent around $404.
Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.6% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$16,052
Median Household Income
$14,463
Per Capita Income
44.9%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$116,700
Median Home Value
$404
Median Rent
51.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
-
High School+
-
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
79.9%
Public Transit
6.8%
Work From Home
18.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
-
Foreign Born
-
Non-English at Home
-
Veterans
-
With Disability
96.3%
Health Insurance
-
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 35.2% |
| Manufacturing | 14.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Information | 3.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.1% |
| Construction | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
San Germán, Puerto Rico has a population of 10,877 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest city in Puerto Rico.
The median household income in San Germán, Puerto Rico is $16,052, with 44.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in San Germán, Puerto Rico is $116,700, with median monthly rent at $404 and a homeownership rate of 51.2%.
The median age in San Germán, Puerto Rico is 45.0 years. The population is 45.9% male and 54.1% female.
San Germán zona urbana, PR Climate
San Germán zona urbana, PR has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F) and receives about 1140 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
25.8°C
Avg Temp
1140
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 75° | 36 mm |
| February | 24° / 75° | 36 mm |
| March | 25° / 76° | 45 mm |
| April | 25° / 78° | 66 mm |
| May | 26° / 79° | 120 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 86 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 92 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 142 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 178 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 168 mm |
| November | 26° / 78° | 123 mm |
| December | 24° / 76° | 48 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 San Germán zona urbana, PR
The most comfortable months to visit San Germán zona urbana, PR are typically January, February and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°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.