ZIP Code 00685, Puerto Rico
ZIP Code 00685 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 00685 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Isabela Municipio / Moca Municipio / San Sebastián Municipio, Puerto Rico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 39,988. The land area covers 78.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39,988 | ±616 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs | ±0.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,790 | ±706 | 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 | 19,442 | ±558 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,790 | ±706 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,652 | ±513 |
| Median Home Value | $115,700 | ±$7,977 |
| Median Gross Rent | $502 | ±$36 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $20,310 | ±$1,823 |
| Per Capita Income | $12,313 | ±$808 |
| Poverty Rate | 49.3% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 19,602 | ±1,820 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.4% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,428 | ±750 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.2% | ±3.1% |
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 | PK-05 | MOCA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ANASCO, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | HORMIGUEROS, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CAMUY, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | AGUADILLA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | LARES, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HATILLO, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AGUADA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | AGUADILLA, PR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ISABELA, 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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EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Sebastian
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College | 1.3 mi away | Betances # 49, San Sebastian, PR, 00685 |
7878962252
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BARRIO CIBAO LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | ROAD 456 KM. 8.4, CAMUY, PR, 00627 |
(787) 898-2160
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Escuela de Peritos Electricistas de Isabela Inc
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College Vocational | 10.9 mi away | Ave. Agustin Ramos Calero Calle Surinam 1059 P.R. 112 Norte, Isabela, PR, 00662 |
7878721747
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BARRIO PUERTOS LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | ROAD 456 KM. 4.2, CAMUY, PR, 00627 |
(787) 898-2160
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Universidad Adventista de las Antillas
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College | 12.8 mi away | Carr 106 Km 2.2 Int, Mayaguez, PR, 00680-0000 |
78783495950
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QUEBRADA LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | ROAD 455 KM. 3.2, CAMUY, PR, 00627 |
(787) 262-1245
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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla
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College | 13.3 mi away | Carr. 459 Int. 463, Barrio Corrales Sector Calero, Aguadilla, PR, 00603 |
78789109252100
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RIO CAÑAS LIBRARY (EUGENIO DEL VALLE)
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Library | 9.0 mi away | ROAD 354, MAYAGÜEZ, PR, 00680 |
(787) 831-3289
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Colegio Tecnico de Electricidad Galloza
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College Vocational | 13.4 mi away | Carr 4416 Km 2.5 Int. Bo Laguna, Aguada, PR, 00602 |
7872520922
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MOCA MUNICIPAL TECHNOLOGY CENTER
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Library | 9.9 mi away | MONSEÑOR TORRES STREET, MOCA, PR, 00676 |
(787) 818-1765
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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 ISABELA SUBSTN, PR RQ, located 10.3 miles from ZCTA5 00685. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81.0° | 66.7° | 73.9° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| February | 81.2° | 66.7° | 74.0° | 2.50" | 0.0" |
| March | 82.5° | 67.2° | 74.8° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| April | 83.3° | 68.6° | 76.0° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.7° | 70.7° | 77.7° | 7.20" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.0° | 72.1° | 79.1° | 5.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.2° | 72.5° | 79.4° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.7° | 73.1° | 79.9° | 6.73" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.1° | 72.6° | 79.8° | 6.73" | 0.0" |
| October | 86.1° | 71.9° | 79.0° | 6.97" | 0.0" |
| November | 83.8° | 70.6° | 77.2° | 6.40" | 0.0" |
| December | 81.8° | 68.8° | 75.3° | 4.41" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Sebastián zona urbana | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Juncal comunidad | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Hato Arriba comunidad | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Las Marías zona urbana | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Lares zona urbana | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Lassalle comunidad | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 00685. • 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.