General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | San Juan |
| Country | Puerto Rico |
| Currency | US Dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 52.6% |
| Gdp | $105 billion |
| Size | 9,104 km² |
| Population | 3.2 million |
| Population density | 354/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.7 |
| City population | 75.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 24∘C |
| Summer | 29∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Spanish |
| Population able to read | 94.1% |
| Population with a college degree | 21.6% |
| Population able to speak english | 22.9% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 12.5 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 5.6/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | JetBlue |
| Main airport | Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1 |
| Cigarettes | $5 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $500/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $80/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $200/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $15/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $40/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 10% |
| Vat | 11.5% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $20000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 15% |
| Restaurant | 15-20% |
| Bar | 15-20% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 15-20% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 29.48/MBits |
| Tld | .pr |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 85.7% |
| Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, Type B |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sundays |
| Closing times | 6 PM |
| Opening times | 9 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Econo |
| Pharmacy | Walgreens |
| Drugstore | CVS |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Baseball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mofongo | Mashed plantains with garlic, olive oil, and pork cracklings | $10-15 |
| Arroz con gandules | Rice with pigeon peas, sofrito, and pork | $8-12 |
| Pernil | Roasted pork shoulder | $12-18 |
| Lechón asado | Roasted suckling pig | $15-25 |
| Tostones | Fried plantains | $5-8 |
| Empanadillas | Fried dough pockets filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables | $2-4 |
| Bacalaítos | Fried codfish fritters | $3-5 |
| Alcapurrias | Fried dough balls filled with meat or vegetables | $2-4 |
| Pasteles | Banana leaf-wrapped tamales filled with meat or vegetables | $3-5 |
| Coquito | Coconut-based eggnog | $5-8 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Piña Colada | A classic Puerto Rican cocktail made with pineapple juice, coconut cream, and rum | $8-$12 |
| Mojito | A refreshing cocktail made with rum, lime juice, sugar, and mint | $7-$10 |
| Caipirinha | A Brazilian cocktail made with cachaça, lime juice, and sugar | $8-$12 |
| Cuba Libre | A simple cocktail made with rum, cola, and lime juice | $6-$8 |
| Medalla Light | A popular local beer | $2-$4 |
| Coquito | A traditional Puerto Rican eggnog made with coconut milk, rum, and spices | $6-$8 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Vejigante Mask | A colorful and elaborate mask worn by performers during traditional festivals | $20-$50 |
| Coquí Figurine | A small ceramic or wooden figurine of the native coquí frog | $10-$20 |
| Puerto Rican Flag | A small or large flag of Puerto Rico | $5-$20 |
| Rum | A bottle of Puerto Rican rum, such as Bacardi or Don Q | $15-$30 |
| Coffee | A bag of Puerto Rican coffee beans | $10-$20 |
| Hammock | A colorful hammock made from cotton or nylon | $20-$50 |
| Jewelry | Jewelry made from local materials, such as gold, silver, or leather | $20-$100 |
| Art | Paintings, sculptures, or other works of art by local artists | $50-$500 |
| Traditional Clothing | A guayabera shirt or a jíbaro skirt | $20-$50 |
| Musical Instruments | A cuatro or a güiro | $20-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Three Kings Day | January 6 | Commemorates the visit of the Three Wise Men to the baby Jesus |
| Eugenio Maria de Hostos’ Birthday | January 11 | Honors the birth of Eugenio Maria de Hostos, a Puerto Rican philosopher and educator |
| Luis Munoz Rivera’s Birthday | January 17 | Honors the birth of Luis Munoz Rivera, a Puerto Rican politician and journalist |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Third Monday in January | Honors the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a civil rights leader |
| Valentine’s Day | February 14 | Celebrates love and romance |
| Washington’s Birthday | Third Monday in February | Honors the birth of George Washington, the first president of the United States |
| Carnival | February or March | A week-long celebration with parades, music, and dancing |
| Ash Wednesday | 40 days before Easter | Marks the beginning of Lent, a period of fasting and reflection |
| Good Friday | Friday before Easter | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday after Good Friday | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Memorial Day | Last Monday in May | Honors those who have died while serving in the U.S. military |
| Father’s Day | Third Sunday in June | Honors fathers and fatherhood |
| Independence Day | July 4 | Celebrates the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence |
| Labor Day | First Monday in September | Honors the contributions of workers |
| Columbus Day | Second Monday in October | Commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas |
| Veterans Day | November 11 | Honors those who have served in the U.S. military |
| Thanksgiving Day | Fourth Thursday in November | A day of giving thanks for the blessings of the past year |
| Christmas Eve | December 24 | The evening before Christmas Day |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | A day of gift-giving and relaxation |
| New Year’s Eve | December 31 | Celebrates the end of the year and the beginning of the new year |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | El Nuevo Día |
| Online news | NotiCel |
| Tv | Telemundo Puerto Rico |
| Radio | WKAQ 580 AM |