Río Lajas barrio, Puerto Rico
Río Lajas barrio profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Río Lajas barrio is a geographic entity located in Toa Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,817. The land area covers 3.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,817 | ±497 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.6 yrs | ±7.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 729 | ±158 | 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 | 956 | ±168 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 729 | ±158 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 227 | ±96 |
| Median Home Value | $164,700 | ±$25,763 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $28,867 | ±$3,429 |
| Per Capita Income | $16,572 | ±$3,827 |
| Poverty Rate | 24% | ±11.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 435 | ±236 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 622 | ±266 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.4% | ±13.5% |
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 | KG-05 | SAN JUAN, 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 | 09-12 | OROCOVIS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | TOA ALTA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | AGUAS BUENAS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-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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American Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | Ave Castiglioni U-27, Bayamon Gardens, Bayamon, PR, 00957-0000 |
7877995060
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COROZAL PUBLIC LIBRARY (TEÓFILO MALDONADO RIVERA)
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 13 MARINA ST., COROZAL, PR, 00783 |
(787) 859-2714
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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon
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College | 7.6 mi away | 500 Dr. John Will Harris Street, Bayamon, PR, 00957-6257 |
78727919122085
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TOA ALTA MUNICIPAL LIBRARY (EVARISTO IZCOA DIAZ)
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 1 ADELA ROLON STREET, TOA ALTA, PR, 00953 |
(787) 870-0472
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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-School of Optometry
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College | 7.6 mi away | 500 John Will Harris Avenue, Bayamon, PR, 00957 |
78776519151002
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THE JANE STERN DORADO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 331 MENDEZ VIGO AVE., DORADO, PR, 00646 |
(787) 796-3675
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Universidad Central de Bayamon
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College | 7.6 mi away | Avenida Zaya Verde La Milagrosa Barrio Hato Tejas, Bayamón, PR, 00960-1725 |
78778630302100
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NARANJITO PUBLIC MUNICIPAL LIBRARY (EUFEMIO MORALES AYALA)
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 136 GEORGETTI ST., NARANJITO, PR, 00719 |
(787) 869-5154
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Automeca Technical College-Bayamon
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College Vocational | 7.7 mi away | Carr.No.2 Km14.0 Hato Tejas, Bayamon, PR, 00961 |
787779616183
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BAYAMÓN MUNICIPAL LIBRARY (DRA. PILAR BARBOSA)
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Library | 7.3 mi away | DEL PARQUE STREET & DEGETAU CORNER, BAYAMÓN, PR, 00960 |
(787) 787-5161
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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 DORADO 2 WNW, PR RQ, located 6.5 miles from Río Lajas barrio. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79.3° | 67.3° | 73.3° | 5.58" | 0.0" |
| February | 80.1° | 67.4° | 73.7° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| March | 82.1° | 67.6° | 74.9° | 2.41" | 0.0" |
| April | 84.2° | 69.7° | 77.0° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.9° | 72.3° | 79.1° | 6.25" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.2° | 72.7° | 79.5° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 73.3° | 79.6° | 7.08" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.1° | 73.5° | 80.8° | 6.33" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.7° | 72.9° | 79.8° | 6.51" | 0.0" |
| October | 85.8° | 72.2° | 79.0° | 6.36" | 0.0" |
| November | 83.8° | 71.0° | 77.4° | 8.19" | 0.0" |
| December | 81.6° | 68.5° | 75.1° | 5.25" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| H. Rivera Colón comunidad | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Galateo comunidad | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Río Lajas comunidad | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Corozal zona urbana | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Toa Alta zona urbana | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Vega Alta zona urbana | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 7213571523. • 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.