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Population Review

San Sebastián Municipio, Puerto Rico Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 23rd-largest in Puerto Rico

The population of San Sebastián Municipio, Puerto Rico is 39,168 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 23rd-largest county in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $17,834, the median home value is $110,500, and the median age is 46.5.

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

39,168

Population

556

People / sq mi

$17,834

Median Income

$110,500

Median Home Value

San Sebastián Municipio covers 70 sq mi of land at 556.2 people per square mile.

About San Sebastián Municipio,

San Sebastián Municipio is a county in Puerto Rico with a population of 39,168. It ranks #23 among counties in Puerto Rico by population. The median age is 46.5, older than the national median. The population is 48.6% male and 51.4% female.

The median household income in San Sebastián Municipio is $17,834, below the US median of $74,580. 48.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $110,500, with monthly rent averaging $481. The homeownership rate of 71.2% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Roughly 3.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 26.2 minutes each way.

Race & Ethnicity

White71.8%
Black or African American2.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

46.5

Median Age

51.4%

Female

48.6%

Male

25.4%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
3.2%
5–9
3.8%
10–14
6.2%
15–19
5.8%
20–24
6.0%
25–34
11.5%
35–44
11.6%
45–54
12.3%
55–59
6.7%
60–64
7.4%
65–74
13.7%
75–84
8.8%
85+
2.9%

Children (under 15): 13.2% · Seniors (65+): 25.4%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$17,834
Mean household income$27,976
Per-capita income$11,827
Poverty rate48.0%
Unemployment rate5.4%
Employment-to-population33.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
25.5%
Construction
8.9%
Manufacturing
8.8%
Education & health care
8.4%
Finance & real estate
8.1%
Public administration
8.0%
Arts, entertainment & food
7.7%
Agriculture
4.7%

The largest employment sector in San Sebastián Municipio is professional & business services, accounting for 25.5% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

5.0%

Carpool

81.7%

Public transit

3.2%

Work from home

26.2 min

Avg commute

Housing

$110,500

Median home value

$481

Median rent

71.2%

Homeownership rate

18,533

Total housing units

76.8%

Occupied

23.2%

Vacant

28.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

94.7%

With health insurance

Education

-

High School+

-

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

San Sebastián Municipio, Puerto Rico has a population of 39,168 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 23rd-largest county in Puerto Rico. Population density is 556 people per square mile.

The median household income in San Sebastián Municipio, Puerto Rico is $17,834, with mean (average) household income of $27,976 and per-capita income of $11,827. 48.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In San Sebastián Municipio, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (71.8%), Hispanic or Latino (3.1%), Black or African American (2.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in San Sebastián Municipio, Puerto Rico is 46.5 years. Residents are 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

The median home value in San Sebastián Municipio is $110,500 and median monthly rent is $481. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,533 total housing units, 23.2% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in San Sebastián Municipio, Puerto Rico is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 5.4%.

San Juan is among the largest cities associated with San Sebastián 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.