Peñuelas Municipio's 2026 population is estimated at 18,623, reflecting a -1.63% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Peñuelas Municipio is the 60th largest county in Puerto Rico. The 2010 population was 24,214 and has grown -23.09% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.7 years
Female: 42.1 years
Male: 40.8 years
There are 16,073 adults, (3,962 of whom are seniors) in Peñuelas Municipio.
Female: 10,283 (51.8%)
Male: 9,570 (48.2%)
The racial composition of Peñuelas Municipio includes 78.59% White, 11.71% other race, 3% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15,603 | 78.59% |
| Other race | 2,324 | 11.71% |
| Two or more races | 1,272 | 6.41% |
| Black or African American | 596 | 3% |
| Asian | 58 | 0.29% |
Peñuelas Municipio 's average per capita income is $19,385. Household income levels show a median of $22,697. The poverty rate stands at 52.32%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $30,313 | - |
| Families | $24,275 | $33,293 |
| Households | $22,697 | $30,181 |
| Non Families | $14,846 | $19,687 |
Average Income
Median Household Income
Poverty Rate