Tercero barrio, Puerto Rico
Tercero barrio profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Tercero barrio is a geographic entity located in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 577. The land area covers 0.08 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | ±236 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±16.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 326 | ±132 | 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 | 351 | ±136 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 326 | ±132 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 25 | ±28 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $507 | ±$90 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $9,927 | ±$4,254 |
| Poverty Rate | 56.3% | ±23.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 316 | ±189 |
| Unemployment Rate | 51.1% | ±30.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 91 | ±75 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.3% | ±9.7% |
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 | KG-05 | PONCE, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | JAYUYA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | OROCOVIS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PONCE, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | OROCOVIS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PONCE, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | JAYUYA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PONCE, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | JAYUYA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | GUAYANILLA, 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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Instituto Educativo Premier
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College Vocational | 0.3 mi away | CALLE Villa #123, Ponce, PR, 00730 |
7878431515
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PONCE CENTRO DIGITAL EDUCATIONAL CENTER (PLAZA LAS DELICIAS)
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Library | 0.3 mi away | MARINA STREET, PONCE, PR, 00733 |
(787) 843-1422
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Academia Serrant Inc
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College Vocational | 0.4 mi away | 7033 Mendez Vigo, Ponce, PR, 00717-1250 |
7872594900
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PONCE MUNICIPAL LIBRARY (MARIANA SUAREZ DE LONGO MUNICIPAL
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 1301 AVE MIGUEL POU, PONCE, PR, 00717 |
(787) 812-3004
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Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad
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College Vocational | 0.7 mi away | Villa Street #190, Ponce, PR, 00730-4875 |
7878437100
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GUILLERMO JACKSON LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | VICTORIA STREET CORNER VILLA MADRID, PONCE, PR, 00730 |
(787) 842-8047
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Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
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College | 0.8 mi away | 2250 Boulevard Luis A. Ferre Aguayo Suite 608, Ponce, PR, 00717-9997 |
78784120001002
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JOSE RODRIGUEZ AYALA LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | URB. JAIME L. DREW, PONCE, PR, 00730 |
(787) 259-4441
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Caribbean University-Ponce
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College | 1.1 mi away | AVE. EDNITA NAZARIO #1015, Ponce, PR, 00716-7733 |
7878402955
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RAFAELA PRIETO LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 862 HOSTOS AVE. / PLAYA DE PONCE, PONCE, PR, 00716 |
(787) 259-3244
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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 PONCE 4 E, PR RQ, located 5.7 miles from Tercero barrio. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87.8° | 62.5° | 75.1° | 0.73" | 0.0" |
| February | 87.7° | 62.1° | 74.9° | 1.21" | 0.0" |
| March | 87.6° | 62.5° | 75.0° | 1.87" | 0.0" |
| April | 88.8° | 64.6° | 76.7° | 2.26" | 0.0" |
| May | 89.5° | 67.0° | 78.3° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.2° | 69.2° | 80.2° | 2.16" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.5° | 69.1° | 80.3° | 2.84" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.8° | 69.3° | 80.5° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 91.4° | 68.7° | 80.0° | 6.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 90.8° | 67.9° | 79.4° | 5.38" | 0.0" |
| November | 89.8° | 66.0° | 77.9° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| December | 88.4° | 63.5° | 75.9° | 1.45" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponce zona urbana | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Calzada comunidad | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Vayas comunidad | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| El Paraiso comunidad | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| La Yuca comunidad | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Marueño comunidad | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 7211381929. • 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.