Country Statistics

The variety of data shows how dynamic each territory within the region can be, making the Caribbean a complex environment.

3,142,779

Population1

9,104

Size in Sq. Kms2

1,610,292

2019 Number of Annual Tourists3

360

People per Sq. Km4

USD

Currency5

San Juan

Capital6

Spanish, English

Official Languages7

$34,518

GDP Per Capita8

The Island of Enchantment

It’s only the size of Connecticut, but Puerto Rico pulsates with more life than any other island in the Caribbean. Whether it’s the beat of bomba y plena, salsa, or reggaeton, there’s a party going on here 24/7. The four million people who live here have perfected the art of having fun on their dazzling island, and visitors are free to join right in. Puerto Ricans love their island and take pride in showing off its charms, which makes them among the world’s great hosts.10

1 CIA World Factbook

2 CIA World Factbook

3 Caribbean Tourism Organization

4 worldometers.info

5 CIA World Factbook

6 caribbeanislands.com

7 CIA World Factbook

8 CIA World Factbook

9 britannica.com

10 Frommer’s