Cangrejo Arriba barrio, Puerto Rico
Cangrejo Arriba barrio profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cangrejo Arriba barrio is a geographic entity located in Carolina Municipio, Puerto Rico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,776. The land area covers 3.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,776 | ±1,191 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.6 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,002 | ±588 | 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 | 12,642 | ±737 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,002 | ±588 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,640 | ±417 |
| Median Home Value | $189,900 | ±$15,880 |
| Median Gross Rent | $955 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,049 | ±$5,409 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,566 | ±$4,984 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.6% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,187 | ±685 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.7% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,748 | ±793 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.3% | ±3.4% |
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 | PK-05 | CAGUAS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SAN JUAN, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | TOA ALTA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CAROLINA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SAN JUAN, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SAN JUAN, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | JUNCOS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | AGUAS BUENAS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-09 | SAN JUAN, 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 Aviation Training Institute Inc
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College Vocational | 0.2 mi away | Ave. Jose A. Santana, Ed. World Cargo, 2nd Floor Base Muniz, Carolina, PR, 00979 |
7872532030
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CERAMICA LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | URB LA CERAMICA, CALLE PATTY, CAROLINA, PR, 00986 |
(787) 769-1466
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Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Carolina Campus
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College | 1.9 mi away | Carr. # 190 Esq. Calle 220 Bo. Sabana Abajo, Carolina, PR, 00985-0985 |
7872577373
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SABANA ABAJO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | ROAD 190 BARRIO SABANA ABAJO, CAROLINA, PR, 00986 |
(787) 776-5015
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Instituto Tecnologico de Puerto Rico-Recinto de San Juan
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College | 2.2 mi away | Calle Alegria Final Urb las Virtudes, San Juan, PR, 00924 |
7877642483
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RED GIGANTE.NET LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | ROBERTO CLEMENTE AVE., CAROLINA, PR, 00986 |
(787) 276-2785
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Dewey University-Hato Rey
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College | 3.2 mi away | Barbosa Ave #427 3rd Floor - Malco Bldg, Hato Rey, PR, 00910 |
78771089990
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PUERTO RICO ART MUSEUM RESEARCH CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 299 DE DIEGO AVE., SAN JUAN, PR, 00909 |
(787) 977-6277
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University of Puerto Rico-Carolina
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College | 3.3 mi away | Carretera 887 Bo San Anton, Carolina, PR, 00984-4800 |
78725700003262
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DIAMANTINO DIGITAL CENTER
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Library | 4.7 mi away | ROAD 860 BARRIO MARTIN GONZALEZ, CAROLINA, PR, 00986 |
(787) 757-3123
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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 WFO SAN JUAN, PR RQ, located 0.7 miles from Cangrejo Arriba barrio. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83.0° | 70.2° | 76.6° | 4.55" | — |
| February | 82.9° | 70.3° | 76.6° | 2.77" | — |
| March | 83.8° | 70.5° | 77.2° | 2.68" | — |
| April | 85.4° | 72.2° | 78.8° | 5.25" | — |
| May | 86.9° | 74.5° | 80.7° | 6.39" | — |
| June | 88.6° | 76.2° | 82.4° | 4.59" | — |
| July | 88.4° | 76.1° | 82.2° | 6.46" | — |
| August | 88.8° | 76.8° | 82.8° | 6.93" | — |
| September | 88.9° | 76.0° | 82.5° | 6.40" | — |
| October | 88.1° | 74.8° | 81.4° | 5.62" | — |
| November | 85.7° | 73.2° | 79.4° | 7.86" | — |
| December | 83.7° | 71.8° | 77.8° | 5.73" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina zona urbana | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Caño Martin Peña comunidad | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| San Juan zona urbana | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Trujillo Alto zona urbana | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Santa Bárbara comunidad | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Villa Hugo II comunidad | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 7203112699. • 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.