Algarrobo barrio, Puerto Rico
Algarrobo barrio profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Algarrobo barrio is a geographic entity located in Vega Baja Municipio, Puerto Rico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,695. The land area covers 5.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,695 | ±1,352 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,837 | ±469 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 6,909 | ±488 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,837 | ±469 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,072 | ±228 |
| Median Home Value | $145,400 | ±$14,866 |
| Median Gross Rent | $648 | ±$64 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $28,356 | ±$4,444 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,463 | ±$1,781 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.1% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,526 | ±807 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,775 | ±788 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.8% | ±4.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | TOA ALTA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | TOA ALTA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | TOA BAJA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | NARANJITO, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | VEGA BAJA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | TOA ALTA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | VEGA BAJA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | TOA BAJA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MOROVIS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | VEGA BAJA, PR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Caribbean University-Vega Baja
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College | 1.7 mi away | Carr 671 K.M. 5, Sector El Criollo, Bo. Algarrobo, Vega Baja, PR, 00964 |
7878583668
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MANATÍ MUNICIPAL LIBRARY (FRANCISCO ÁLVAREZ MARRERO)
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Library | 4.9 mi away | PASEO DEL ATENAS, MANATÍ, PR, 00674 |
(787) 884-5422
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Instituto Tecnologico de Puerto Rico-Recinto de Manati
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College | 3.3 mi away | State Road 2 Km.47.3, Manati, PR, 00674-1091 |
78785422502010
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BARCELONETA MUNICIPAL LIBRARY (SIXTO ESCOBAR)
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 1 ESCOBAR AVE., BARCELONETA, PR, 00617 |
(787) 846-3600
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Dewey University-Manati
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College | 4.2 mi away | Road 604, Km. 49.1, Barrio Tierras Nuevas Saliente, Manati, PR, 00674-0000 |
7877108999
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TORRECILLASTECHNOLOGIC CENTER
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 135 SATURNO FEBUS ST.,PARCELAS TORR, MOROVIS, PR, 00687 |
(787) 862-6140
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Atenas University
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College | 4.3 mi away | Paseo del Atenas #101, Manati, PR, 00674-0000 |
7878843838
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MOROVIS ELECTRONIC MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | JOSE DEL RIO ST., CORNER OF BETANCE, MOROVIS, PR, 00687 |
(787) 862-6161
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EDP University of Puerto Rico-Manati
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College | 4.5 mi away | McKinley street #52, Manati, PR, 00674-0000 |
7876213652
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CIALES PUBLIC LIBRARY (MARÍA ISABEL BLANCO-HIDALGO)
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Library | 8.4 mi away | ROAD 149 CORNER WITH 1 CABLINES ST, CIALES, PR, 00638 |
(787) 871-4075
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MANATI 2 E, PR RQ, located 3.0 miles from Algarrobo barrio. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81.2° | 65.6° | 73.4° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| February | 81.8° | 65.2° | 73.5° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| March | 82.7° | 65.7° | 74.2° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| April | 83.8° | 67.7° | 75.7° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.2° | 69.8° | 77.5° | 6.21" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.0° | 71.7° | 79.4° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 72.1° | 79.3° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.2° | 72.4° | 79.8° | 5.36" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.2° | 71.6° | 79.4° | 5.67" | 0.0" |
| October | 86.6° | 70.7° | 78.7° | 5.67" | 0.0" |
| November | 84.1° | 69.2° | 76.7° | 7.59" | 0.0" |
| December | 82.3° | 67.4° | 74.8° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coto Norte comunidad | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Vega Baja zona urbana | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| Manatí zona urbana | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Tierras Nuevas Poniente comunidad | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Monserrate comunidad | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Sabana comunidad | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 7214501734. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.