Census ACS · 28 cities
Cities in Puerto Rico With Highest Rent
Rent prices directly impact affordability for the many residents who don't own their homes. In Puerto Rico, Guaynabo zona urbana has the highest median rent at $981. Rent varies based on local housing supply, demand, proximity to employment centers, and overall cost of living. For renters evaluating where to live in Puerto Rico, this ranking shows how monthly housing costs compare across the state's 28 major cities.
Source: Census ACS 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Median Rent | Home Value | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yauco zona urbana | $522.00 | $109,700 | $22,777 |
| 2 | Vega Baja zona urbana | $618.00 | $115,400 | $22,455 |
| 3 | Trujillo Alto zona urbana | $563.00 | $165,000 | $38,951 |
| 4 | San Juan zona urbana | $598.00 | $174,000 | $27,500 |
| 5 | San Germán zona urbana | $404.00 | $116,700 | $16,052 |
| 6 | Río Grande zona urbana | $508.00 | $126,500 | $22,033 |
| 7 | Ponce zona urbana | $506.00 | $109,900 | $18,650 |
| 8 | Mayagüez zona urbana | $456.00 | $110,300 | $17,092 |
| 9 | Mansión del Mar comunidad | $721.00 | $154,400 | $37,256 |
| 10 | Manatí zona urbana | $431.00 | $110,600 | $15,912 |
| 11 | Isabela zona urbana | $586.00 | $112,000 | $19,281 |
| 12 | Humacao zona urbana | $459.00 | $113,400 | $21,366 |
| 13 | Hormigueros zona urbana | $513.00 | $112,200 | $25,197 |
| 14 | Guaynabo zona urbana | $981.00 | $234,600 | $53,936 |
| 15 | Guayama zona urbana | $404.00 | $107,300 | $21,010 |
| 16 | Fajardo zona urbana | $604.00 | $118,400 | $24,305 |
| 17 | Dorado zona urbana | $709.00 | $209,200 | $43,460 |
| 18 | Corozal zona urbana | $491.00 | $124,400 | $23,539 |
| 19 | Cayey zona urbana | $464.00 | $128,700 | $20,024 |
| 20 | Cataño zona urbana | $561.00 | $134,700 | $24,307 |
| 21 | Carolina zona urbana | $677.00 | $153,300 | $35,843 |
| 22 | Canóvanas zona urbana | $838.00 | $164,900 | $43,804 |
| 23 | Caño Martin Peña comunidad | $543.00 | $104,200 | $17,817 |
| 24 | Candelaria comunidad | $882.00 | $141,100 | $38,884 |
| 25 | Caguas zona urbana | $613.00 | $133,400 | $26,649 |
| 26 | Bayamón zona urbana | $676.00 | $144,400 | $31,058 |
| 27 | Arecibo zona urbana | $494.00 | $110,900 | $21,984 |
| 28 | Aguadilla zona urbana | $336.00 | $106,300 | $13,125 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Guaynabo zona urbana is the #1 ranked city in Puerto Rico by median rent, with a value of $981 according to latest Census ACS data.
Puerto Rico has 28 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in latest Census ACS data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Puerto Rico.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.