It presents the considerations, to guide the interpretation and use of the results of this workshop on seven priority issues for the Department of Health.
Historical compilation of statistical reports by the Insular Police on the country's criminal incidence from 1901 to 1908. These reports served as a basis for the development of police strategies in the past. The reports are included as they were written for each year.
Introduction to the historical compilation of statistical reports by the Insular Police on the country's criminal incidence from 1900 to 1955. These reports served as a basis for the development of police strategies in the past. For greater accessibility, they will be available to download for decades.
Historical compilation of statistical reports by the Insular Police on the country's criminal incidence from 1911 to 1920. These reports served as a basis for the development of police strategies in the past. The reports are included as they were written for each year.
Historical compilation of statistical reports by the Insular Police on the country's criminal incidence from 1921 to 1930. These reports served as a basis for the development of police strategies in the past. The reports are included as they were written for each year.
Historical compilation of statistical reports by the Insular Police on the country's criminal incidence from 1931 to 1940. These reports served as a basis for the development of police strategies in the past. The reports are included as they were written for each year.
Historical compilation of statistical reports by the Insular Police on the country's criminal incidence from 1941 to 1949. These reports served as a basis for the development of police strategies in the past. The reports are included as they were written for each year.
Historical compilation of statistical reports by the Insular Police on the country's criminal incidence from 1951 to 1955. These reports served as a basis for the development of police strategies in the past. The reports are included as they were written for each year.
Act No. 1-2013, also known as the Jobs Now Act, establishes a series of incentives for companies to encourage job creation. It also requires the measurement of the results of this Act. The results reports of the Jobs Now Act give an idea of its effectiveness. Key words: jobs created, jobs committed.
Methodological survey review used to estimate retail sales, described in three documents dated December 2005, March 2006 and May 2006.
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Memorial Explicativo solicitado por la Comisión Conjunta para la Revisión Continua del Código Penal de Puerto Rico del Senado para la vista pública "Protección, Manejo y Conservación de Evidencia Digital en Casos Penales".
Press Release
Exhortation to the deaf community and their families to complete registration to strengthen the information available on this population in Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico — March 18, 2026. The Puerto Rico Statistics Institute (Institute), in collaboration with the Deaf Community Liaison Office and several agencies of the Government of Puerto Rico, urged deaf people, people with partial hearing loss, deafblind people and their families to participate in an online registry that will allow the collection of key information about this population in Puerto Rico.
The initiative is developed in accordance with Executive Order OE-2026-002, issued by the governor of Puerto Rico, Jennifer A. González Colón, which instructs the Institute of Statistics, in collaboration with the Department of Health, the University of Puerto Rico, the Vocational Rehabilitation Administration, the Deaf Community Liaison Office and other entities, to carry out a formal effort to collect information about the deaf community in Puerto Rico and its characteristics, including the communication methods used.
As explained by the executive director of the Institute, Dr. Orville M. Disdier, community participation is essential for reliable information to guide public decision-making and the development of initiatives aimed at this population. “Having reliable information is essential to be able to develop public policies and services that respond to the real needs of the community. That's why we invite deaf people, those with hearing loss and their families to participate in this registry. Their participation will strengthen knowledge about this population and support informed decisions for the benefit of the deaf community in Puerto Rico,” said Disdier.
It takes three to five minutes to complete the registration. Participation is encouraged to:
Interested persons can complete the registration at the following link: surveymonkey.com/r/deafspr
Information and guidance
Individuals or organizations interested in receiving guidance or collaborating in the dissemination of this information can contact:
Deaf Community Liaison Office (OECS)
Phone: 787-725-2333 ext. 203
VRS: 787-773-1487
Email: oecs@dpi.pr.gov
Website: www.dpi.pr.gov
Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics
Telephone: 787-819-0730
Email: preguntas@estadisticas.pr
Para establecer el reconocimiento oficial de la Lengua de Señas Puertorriqueña (LSP) como la lengua natural de la comunidad sorda en Puerto Rico, establecer como política pública la garantía a la inclusión, la diversidad y el respeto a los derechos lingüísticos de todas las personas, mandatar un censo dirigido a recopilar información estadística sobre la comunidad sorda en Puerto Rico, y para otros fines relacionados.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Population Health. BRFSS Prevalance and Trends Data [online]. 2025. [accessed Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:40:15 GMT].
URL: https://www.cdc.gov/brfss/brfssprevalence.
Graphic: Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics.
Note: Adults 18 years of age or older.
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Today, March 4th, World Obesity Day, is an opportunity to reflect on a public health challenge that continues to grow in many parts of the world, including Puerto Rico.
According to data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), the prevalence of obesity in Puerto Rico shows an upward trend over the last decade among adults aged 18 and over, going from 26.3% in 2011 to 36.2% in 2024.
The Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics promotes access to information that allows us to better understand the challenges we face as a society and to support informed decision-making.
On World Obesity Day, we're sharing this graphic to promote informed conversation and analysis of available data.
Learn more about this day at: https://www.worldobesityday.org
To amend Article 2 and add Articles 5-A and 5-B to Act No. 97-2000, as amended, known as the “Puerto Rico Vocational Rehabilitation Act”, for the purpose of empowering the Vocational Rehabilitation Administration to review and update transportation subsidy tables for students participating in its programs; establish a periodic review mechanism and interagency agreements; and for other related purposes.
On World Hearing Day, we remember the importance of having information that makes visible the realities of the deaf community in Puerto Rico.
The Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics has the results of the Deaf Community Needs Study, a tool that documents experiences related to access to services, communication, barriers and situations of discrimination.
The availability of this data supports analysis, conversations and informed decisions around accessibility and inclusion. The study is available for consultation on the Institute's official website at: https://www.estadisticas.pr.gov/productos/resultados-necesidades-comunidad-sorda.
Puerto Rico's Trade Balance Surplus Increases by 30%
Exports increased by 3.6% compared to the previous calendar year, and
Imports increased by 0.8% compared to the previous calendar year
San Juan, Puerto Rico — March 3, 2026. The Puerto Rico Statistics Institute published external trade data for the month of December 2025, allowing for an analysis of performance in terms of international trade for the calendar year 2025, which covers January through December 2025. Annual exports totaled $62,435,255,371, representing an increase of 3.55% compared to the previous calendar year, while annual imports totaled $55,033,443,743, representing an increase of 0.79% compared to the same previous period. In the calendar year, a trade balance surplus of $7,401,811,628 was recorded, reflecting an increase of 30.02% compared to the $5,692,730,055 recorded in 2024.
Dr. Ronald G. Hernández Maldonado, Statistical Project Manager at the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, explained that the trade balance is the indicator that measures the difference between the value of exports and that of imports of goods in a jurisdiction. A surplus occurs when exports exceed imports; a deficit is when the opposite happens. This indicator constitutes one of the main measures of international trade,as it reflects both productive capacity and the level of dependence on foreign goods. In general terms, productive capacity refers to what Puerto Rico is able to produce and sell (as reflected in exports), and the level of dependence refers to what Puerto Rico needs to purchase from abroad (as reflected in imports).
For more information, see the attached annex.
To establish the “Act to Declare a State of Emergency for Child Violence in Puerto Rico”, for the purpose of declaring a state of emergency for child violence, in accordance with the provisions and terms established by this Act; and for other related purposes.
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The Puerto Rico Violent Death Reporting System (PRVDRS), part of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, presents its compendium of bulletins with preliminary data for the year 2025. This update includes the analysis of the fourth quarter (October to December) and a consolidated annual summary, presenting an overview of trends in fatal violence in the archipelago over the past year.
2025 Annual Summary
According to preliminary data, 2025 closed with a total of 732 violent deaths. Fatal violence occurs almost daily in the archipelago; in fact, violent deaths were recorded on 83% of the days of the year. With an average of 61 deaths per month, the months with the highest incidence of fatal violence were observed in January (74), June (77) and August (71).
The annual distribution of these cases is broken down as follows:
• Homicides: 471 cases (64.3%)
• Suicides: 204 cases (27.9%)
• Other circumstances: 57 cases (7.8%)
Year-End Findings (Q4)
The release of the fourth quarter data reflects important findings:
• Demographic Profile: In homicides, 93% of the victims were men, with the population aged 20 to 39 being the most affected. As for suicides, 55.6% occurred in people aged 40 to 59, showing an increase compared to previous quarters.
• Geography of Violence: The police areas of San Juan (10.2), Caguas (8.4) and Guayama (7.9) had the highest rates of violent deaths per 100,000 inhabitants during this period.
• Common Factor: The firearm remained the main instrument, used in 92% of the homicides reported in the quarter.
Evidence for Prevention
Since the launch of the PRVDRS digital tools, it has been emphasized that understanding data is an essential step to address in an informed manner one of the most complex challenges facing Puerto Rico. The system continues to link information from the Puerto Rico Police, the Institute of Forensic Sciences and the Demographic Registry to provide a holistic view that guides the formulation of evidence-based public policy.
Public Access
We invite citizens and health and safety professionals to explore the annual newsletter and quarterly reports through our interactive news magazine:
• Digital Magazine: Newsletters: Preliminary Data 2025
• Official Portal: Violent Death Notification System
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