Comerío Municipio, Puerto Rico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 61st-largest in Puerto Rico
The population of Comerío Municipio, Puerto Rico is 18,775 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 61st-largest county in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $17,254, the median home value is $103,500, and the median age is 42.0.
18,775
Population
661
People / sq mi
$17,254
Median Income
$103,500
Median Home Value
Comerío Municipio covers 28 sq mi of land at 661.1 people per square mile.
About Comerío Municipio,
Among US counties, Comerío Municipio stands out first on household income: a median of $17,254, below the US median of $78,538. With 18,775 residents, Comerío Municipio is a county in Puerto Rico.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US counties: the median household earns just $17,254, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US counties: 50.3%, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $103,500, with typical rent around $536.
Home-based work is uncommon, at 1.5%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 30.5% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.0
Median Age
50.1%
Female
49.9%
Male
20.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 13.7% · Seniors (65+): 20.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $17,254 |
| Mean household income | $26,435 |
| Per-capita income | $10,954 |
| Poverty rate | 50.3% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 35.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Comerío Municipio is professional & business services, accounting for 21.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.9%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
91.8%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
31.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$103,500
Median home value
$536
Median rent
61.7%
Homeownership rate
7,586
Total housing units
74.0%
Occupied
26.0%
Vacant
38.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.2%
With health insurance
Education
-
High School+
-
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Comerío Municipio, Puerto Rico has a population of 18,775 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 61st-largest county in Puerto Rico. Population density is 661 people per square mile.
The median household income in Comerío Municipio, Puerto Rico is $17,254, with mean (average) household income of $26,435 and per-capita income of $10,954. 50.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Comerío Municipio, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (30.5%), Black or African American (10.6%), Hispanic or Latino (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Comerío Municipio, Puerto Rico is 42.0 years. Residents are 50.1% female and 49.9% male.
The median home value in Comerío Municipio is $103,500 and median monthly rent is $536. 61.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 7,586 total housing units, 26.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Comerío Municipio, Puerto Rico is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 6.2%.
San Juan is among the largest cities associated with Comerío Municipio, Puerto Rico, with a population of 320,691.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.