Puerto Rico

Commonwealth of Puerto Rico

"A U.S. territory in the Caribbean, known for its tropical climate, salsa music, and colonial architecture."

Caribbean

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

US Commonwealth (Territory)

Capital City

San Juan

18.47°, -66.12°

Official Languages

English, Spanish

Population

3.21M

Total Area

8.87K km²

Population Density

361.41 people per km²

Currency

United States dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

3,205,691

Total Population-0.4%

2023
81.7 years

Life Expectancy

2023
93.6%

Urban Population

2023
0.92

Fertility Rate

2023
87.3%

Internet Users

2022

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

$117.9B

GDP+0.6%

2023
$36.8K

GDP per Capita

2023
5.5%

Unemployment Rate

2024

Frequently Asked Questions About Puerto Rico

What is the capital of Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico's capital city is San Juan.

What is the population of Puerto Rico?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Puerto Rico is approximately 3.21M people.

How large is Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico spans a total area of approximately 8,870 square kilometers (3,424.72 square miles).

Which continent is Puerto Rico in?

Puerto Rico is located in Americas, specifically within the Caribbean subregion.

What is the GDP of Puerto Rico?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Puerto Rico is approximately $117.9B USD.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.