Yabucoa Municipio, Puerto Rico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 40th-largest in Puerto Rico
The population of Yabucoa Municipio, Puerto Rico is 29,868 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 40th-largest county in Puerto Rico. The median household income is $21,279, the median home value is $95,600, and the median age is 46.6.
29,868
Population
541
People / sq mi
$21,279
Median Income
$95,600
Median Home Value
Yabucoa Municipio covers 55 sq mi of land at 540.9 people per square mile.
About Yabucoa Municipio,
Yabucoa Municipio is a county in Puerto Rico with a population of 29,868. It ranks #40 among counties in Puerto Rico by population. The median age is 46.6, older than the national median. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The median household income in Yabucoa Municipio is $21,279, below the US median of $74,580. 45.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $95,600, with monthly rent averaging $500. The homeownership rate of 70.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Roughly 0.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 26.9 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 6.7% |
| Black or African American | 19.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
46.6
Median Age
51.9%
Female
48.1%
Male
24.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.5% · Seniors (65+): 24.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $21,279 |
| Mean household income | $27,664 |
| Per-capita income | $11,901 |
| Poverty rate | 45.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 33.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Yabucoa Municipio is professional & business services, accounting for 21.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.5%
Carpool
91.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
26.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$95,600
Median home value
$500
Median rent
70.8%
Homeownership rate
14,165
Total housing units
83.0%
Occupied
17.0%
Vacant
29.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.1%
With health insurance
Education
-
High School+
-
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yabucoa Municipio, Puerto Rico has a population of 29,868 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 40th-largest county in Puerto Rico. Population density is 541 people per square mile.
The median household income in Yabucoa Municipio, Puerto Rico is $21,279, with mean (average) household income of $27,664 and per-capita income of $11,901. 45.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Yabucoa Municipio, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (19.8%), White (6.7%), Hispanic or Latino (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Yabucoa Municipio, Puerto Rico is 46.6 years. Residents are 51.9% female and 48.1% male.
The median home value in Yabucoa Municipio is $95,600 and median monthly rent is $500. 70.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 14,165 total housing units, 17.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Yabucoa Municipio, Puerto Rico is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.
San Juan is among the largest cities associated with Yabucoa 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.