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Population Review

Las Marías Municipio, Puerto Rico Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 75th-largest in Puerto Rico

The population of Las Marías Municipio, Puerto Rico is 8,790 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 75th-largest county in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $16,170, the median home value is $89,700, and the median age is 44.5.

Las Marías Municipio within Puerto Rico · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

8,790

Population

190

People / sq mi

$16,170

Median Income

$89,700

Median Home Value

Las Marías Municipio covers 46 sq mi of land at 189.6 people per square mile.

About Las Marías Municipio,

Among US counties, Las Marías Municipio stands out first on household income: a median of $16,170, below the US median of $78,538. Las Marías Municipio is a county in Puerto Rico with a population of 8,790.

Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $16,170, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US counties: 53.1%, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $89,700, with typical rent around $358.

Home-based work is uncommon, at 0.7%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Race & Ethnicity

White62.5%
Black or African American3.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

44.5

Median Age

50.4%

Female

49.6%

Male

22.9%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
3.3%
5–9
5.0%
10–14
6.6%
15–19
6.3%
20–24
6.7%
25–34
12.3%
35–44
10.7%
45–54
12.1%
55–59
7.9%
60–64
6.2%
65–74
12.4%
75–84
8.1%
85+
2.4%

Children (under 15): 14.9% · Seniors (65+): 22.9%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$16,170
Mean household income$22,105
Per-capita income$9,744
Poverty rate53.1%
Unemployment rate2.5%
Employment-to-population33.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
29.5%
Agriculture
15.4%
Manufacturing
12.0%
Public administration
11.3%
Construction
7.4%
Education & health care
4.7%
Finance & real estate
3.9%
Arts, entertainment & food
3.6%

The largest employment sector in Las Marías Municipio is professional & business services, accounting for 29.5% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

1.2%

Carpool

92.5%

Public transit

0.7%

Work from home

25.2 min

Avg commute

Housing

$89,700

Median home value

$358

Median rent

74.4%

Homeownership rate

3,992

Total housing units

70.7%

Occupied

29.3%

Vacant

25.6%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

98.0%

With health insurance

Education

-

High School+

-

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Las Marías Municipio, Puerto Rico has a population of 8,790 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 75th-largest county in Puerto Rico. Population density is 190 people per square mile.

The median household income in Las Marías Municipio, Puerto Rico is $16,170, with mean (average) household income of $22,105 and per-capita income of $9,744. 53.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Las Marías Municipio, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (62.5%), Black or African American (3.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Las Marías Municipio, Puerto Rico is 44.5 years. Residents are 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

The median home value in Las Marías Municipio is $89,700 and median monthly rent is $358. 74.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,992 total housing units, 29.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Las Marías Municipio, Puerto Rico is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

San Juan is among the largest cities associated with Las Marías Municipio, Puerto Rico, with a population of 320,691.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.