The report collects the average daily correctional population broken down by region, institution and levels of custody. In addition, it is grouped into summary and sentenced; female and young adults (16 to 21 years old).
Collection of quantifiable data on the services offered to injured and employers, and which are included in the forms established by the Planning Office, which include the operational activities carried out in the areas of Insurance and Finance, Claims and Compensation and Medical Services in dispensaries and Industrial Hospital.
It presents retail gasoline sales prices, as reported by each gasoline wholesaler, in compliance with Price Regulation No. 45 and Order 2004-005 of the Department of Consumer Affairs. The prices are broken down by type of gasoline: regular, premium and diesel.
It contains the Puerto Rico Manufacturing - Purchasing Managers' Index (PRM-PMI) and its component indices: New Orders, Production, Employment, Supplier Deliveries, Inventories. In addition, it includes indices on customer Inventories, Prices paid for company inputs, the Reserve of uncompleted orders, and new Orders for export. These indices are derived from information collected electronically from the largest manufacturing companies in Puerto Rico. The estimate is based on a dissemination index methodology, similar to that used in other countries and other states of the United States for similar indices. This Survey is the result of a collaboration with the Puerto Rico Industrial Association.
These indicators provide the total production and sales of cement in Puerto Rico. These totals are measured in 94 lb bags.
The Puerto Rico Innovation and Technology Service Office (PRITS) will prepare a quarterly report, which must be filed both in the House of Representatives and in the Senate of Puerto Rico, in which it will disclose the results of its efforts and investigations, which will be published on the main pages of PRITS and the Puerto Rico Statistics Institute. PRITS must adopt policies and standards regarding the content and format of these reports.
Puerto Rico employment and unemployment statistics, which come from the Worker Group Survey of the Department of Labor and Human Resources; and the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Employment Statistics. It includes the labor force, the unemployment rate, and wage employment by industrial sector.
It has a brief introduction to the program that produces the information and an analytical summary of the data contained in the publication.
It presents statistics on travelers and visitors to Puerto Rico, including the expenditure made in Puerto Rico, age, sex, education, purpose of the trip, and others. This information comes from the Traveler's Survey, which is carried out on travelers at airports and tourist piers.
After the Decennial Census, the Population Estimates Program of the U.S. Census Bureau You produce population estimates every year of the decade for the United States, its states, its counties, cities and towns, as well as for Puerto Rico and its municipalities. In addition, the demographic components of population change (births, deaths and migration) are also published by age group and sex
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The most recent annual resident population estimates for U.S. jurisdictions were released on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. These include a review of the previuos years of the current decade, as well as an estimate of the population aged 18 years and over.
In summary, the total population of Puerto Rico was estimated at 3,184,835 as of July 1, 2025. This represented a reduction of around 18,000 people compared to the previous year 2024 and of about 97,000 fewer people than in 2020. On the other hand, the components of population change considered indicate that from 2024 to 2025 there were about 17,950 births, about 32,857 deaths and a net migration of -2,779 people. You can access the most recent population estimates for Puerto Rico and its municipios in the following section: https://censo.estadisticas.pr/EstimadosPoblacionales.
The following infographic summarizes the published results for Puerto Rico:
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In the world of data analysis and decision-making, uncertainty is our greatest enemy. Knowing what the data says is vital, but knowing when it will be available is what allows us to plan with certainty. This is where a fundamental tool for transparency in Puerto Rico comes into play: the Calendar for the publication of statistics.
What exactly is this Calendar?
In simple terms, the Statistics Release Schedule is the official itinerary that governs the publication of statistics for Puerto Rico. It's not just a list of dates; it's a document that details the formal commitment that government entities have to us, the users, about when their statistics will be made public.
This instrument is not optional. It is the duty of the Statistics Institute, enshrined in its enabling law (Act No. 209 of 2003, as amended), to establish strict schedules and ensure that government agencies comply with them.
Beyond Dates: Measuring Efficiency
The interesting thing about this Calendar is that it works as an accountability tool using specific metrics. The Institute records three key moments for evaluating performance:
From these dates, something critical called the Opportunity Interval (IO) is calculated. The IO measures the number of days that pass from when the statistic occurs until it is finally published.
Why does IoT matter? Because it serves as the basic measure of data “opportunity”. Also known as data lag, this interval directly affects how investors and economists can take advantage of information to make decisions. If we see IoT on the rise, it's a clear sign that the work processes in that unit of government need improvement.
The relevance: why do we need this Calendar?
The existence and compliance of this Calendar are vital for five main reasons:
Conclusion
The Statistical Publication Schedule is more than an administrative agenda; it is the guarantee that Puerto Rico is governed by the same data dissemination standards used by jurisdictions such as Germany, Mexico or the U.S. Census Bureau. At the end of the day, greater regularity and frequency in publication allows us to make better use of statistical information to build a better future. Access this product at: https://www.estadisticas.pr.gov/calendario-de-publicacion
Explanatory Memorial requested by the Joint Commission for the Continuous Review of the Puerto Rico Criminal Code for the public hearing entitled “Protecting Minors in Digital Environments: Identifying Legal Gaps in the Puerto Rico Criminal Code Regarding Grooming in Preparatory Stages, Cyberbullying as an Autonomous Crime and Sextortion of Minors
To amend Articles 3, 4, 6 and 8 of Law 209-2003, as amended, known as the “Puerto Rico Statistics Institute Act”, for the purpose of updating references to laws that have been repealed and replaced by existing legislation; increasing the threshold for approval of contracts by the Board of Directors; and for other related purposes.
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San Juan, Puerto Rico. January 2, 2026. The Puerto Rico Statistics Institute announced the launch of its new website, a digital platform framed by the transparency and accessibility of critical statistics for Puerto Rico. The new website, available through: https://www.estadisticas.pr.gov, focuses on a better user experience with a better search engine, allowing for more intuitive navigation. The more than 300 statistical products contained in the new platform are rigorously organized by categories that make it easier to find information. This logical architecture makes it easier for students, researchers and citizens to locate specific indicators on economy, health, education or demography, among other topics, consolidating in a single access point the vast production of data and interactive dashboards that were previously more dispersed.
On the other hand, the new portal launches a dynamic blog section designed as an institutional chronicle center that includes, among others: press releases, recent activities, explanatory memorials, and notifications of importance to Puerto Rico. Another important aspect of the new website is that it has been designed to the highest standards to guarantee access for people with disabilities or with diverse access needs. In the same way, the cybersecurity of the portal was substantially improved. “With the creation of this new website, the Institute consolidates its leadership in providing Puerto Rico with quick and universal access to statistics, eliminating barriers and reaffirming that statistical knowledge is a right for the entire population,” said Dr. Orville M. Disdier, executive director of the Institute.
Anyone who has questions about the functionality of the new page or has difficulty finding any data or information on the page, can write to preguntas@estadisticas.pr. They can also follow social networks through Facebook (@estadisticas .pr), X (@EstadisticasPR), LinkedIn (Institute of Statistics of Puerto Rico) and Instagram (@institutodeestadisticas) accounts.
The Puerto Rico Statistics Institute is an autonomous governmental entity responsible for coordinating the Government's statistical production service to ensure that the data collection and statistics systems, on which public policies are based, are complete, reliable, and have quick and universal access.
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Extreme jealousy is the most common risk factor for lethality in cases of domestic violence in Puerto Rico
Based on the findings of the Department of Justice Evaluation study and analyzed by the Institute for Statistics
December 17, 2025; San Juan, Puerto Rico - The Puerto Rico Statistics Institute and the Puerto Rico Department of Justice presented the findings of the Danger Assessment analysis, a tool implemented by prosecutors in the criminal investigation process, to identify the levels of danger of femicide faced by victims of domestic violence in Puerto Rico
The study, which analyzed 2,149 cases between July and November 2024, provided relevant information that highlights the importance of continuing to strengthen prevention and protection strategies against domestic violence in Puerto Rico. Both this report and the previous pilot study agree in consistently pointing out the need to prioritize intervention in the most affected sectors, with the purpose of preventing new deaths and reducing the risk of fatality among victims. Among the data, the following stand out:
● Throughout Puerto Rico, the three most common risk factors for fatality identified were: Extreme jealousy manifested in a violent and constant way (49.8%), Having sons or daughters who are not the aggressor's (47.7%) and Having abandoned the relationship the previous year after living with him(39.0%).
● The injured parties have an average age of 36 years, with the group from 20 to 39 years old being the most represented (62.1% of cases). However, women up to the age of 83 were registered.
● 47.5% of domestic violence complaints (1,019 cases) resulted in charges being filed at the Puerto Rico level, a percentage that responds to multiple factors and that varies significantly between different judicial regions.
● One in four victims faced a level of danger from severe to extreme of being a victim of femicide.
o Women with severe or extreme dangerousness are almost 11 times more likely to have been used against them or threatened with a weapon, compared to those who are of varying or increasing danger.
o When evaluating the group of women with severe or extreme danger, it was found that the partner or former partner was jealous of them and showed it violently and constantly (83.5%). 76.6% fear that their partner or former partner is capable of killing them and that 72.8% of women felt that their partner or former partner controls most of their daily activities.
o The municipalities with the highest adjusted rates of victims, aged 15 or older and in severe or extreme danger, were Vieques, Florida and Culebra.
“Having reliable and up-to-date data is essential for the development of effective public policies. This study provides a solid basis for strengthening interagency coordination and focusing efforts on the prevention of lethal violence in Puerto Rico.” said Dr. Orville M. Disdier Flores, executive director of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics.
“Through the daily work carried out by our prosecutors, the Department of Justice is collecting valuable data, which are not only essential for the development of security strategies within our functions, but must also be shared with the entities that provide services to victims and the entire security component, in order to strengthen prevention and improve the care they receive. This initiative reflects our commitment to remain proactive in protecting and supporting all victims of domestic violence,” added Justice Secretary Lourdes L. Gómez Torres.
For her part, Dr. Idania R. Rodríguez, Deputy Executive Director of the Institute of Statistics and lead author of the study, noted that “Beyond statistics, this report seeks to make visible the real danger faced by many women in Puerto Rico. Each finding represents an opportunity to act with greater urgency and design effective and equitable interventions. Prioritizing municipalities and regions with the highest risk is essential to reduce lethal violence and strengthen the safety and protection of women on the island.”
To access the full report you can visit: Findings from the Risk Assessment Sheet
For more information you can visit the website www.estadisticas.pr.gov or the social media accounts of Facebook (@estadisticas .pr), Twitter (@EstadisticasPR) and LinkedIn (Institute of Statistics of Puerto Rico).
About the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics
The Puerto Rico Statistics Institute is an autonomous governmental entity responsible for coordinating the Government's statistical production service to ensure that the data collection and statistics systems, on which public policies are based, are complete, reliable and have quick and universal access.
About the Puerto Rico Department of Justice
The Department of Justice has the mission of ensuring faithful compliance with the Constitution and laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and aspiring to the highest principles of equality and human dignity. It also represents the people of Puerto Rico in civil and criminal cases, and provides certainty to the legal trafficking of real estate on the island. It performs these functions with effectiveness, integrity, a sense of justice and the strongest commitment to public service. The Department of Justice is committed to doing justice to victims of violence and the current public policy is zero tolerance and repudiation of all acts of violence against women.
Statistics Institute Press Contacts:
Lourdesburgs/787-562-2932/ lburgos@upfrontpr.net
IDIA Martinez/787-603-3200/imartinez@upfrontpr.net
Department of Justice Press Contacts:
Astridmatos/787-590-7385/ astrid.matos@justicia.pr.gov
Kike O'Neill/787-394-9469/ kikeoneill.prensa@gmail.com
Date: December 12, 2025
To create the National Health Account, in order to establish an accounting system for organizing, collecting and presenting information on the expenditure and financing of health systems in Puerto Rico; and to establish other complementary provisions.
Author: Alejandro López Flores and Ronald G. Hernández Maldonado
Date: November 6, 2025
Poverty must be contextualized with social variables to understand and address it effectively. The Backwardness Index for Puerto Rico is an indicator composed of five variables that comprise two dimensions: Economic Mobility and Demography. This index seeks to measure poverty beyond income thresholds, and to incorporate elements of social backwardness and relative deprivation. An exploratory factor analysis was carried out on a set of variables to validate the construction of the multidimensional deprivation model, and to retain the variables that best captured the phenomenon of deprivation. Then, the retained variables were normalized using thresholds. The thresholds were obtained with data from the Puerto Rico Community Survey (ECPR or PRCS in English) and the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS in English). The scores of the different variables were aggregated by dimension, using the arithmetic mean, and the scores resulting from the dimensions were aggregated using the geometric mean. The values of the index lie between 0 and 1 where, the higher the score, the worse the result of the phenomenon.42 municipalities showed a decrease in their index score between the periods compared. Of these 42 municipalities, 22 showed a decrease in their score greater than 5%. Likewise, there are concentrations of municipalities with high Lagging Index scores in the central-southwest and southeastern areas of Puerto Rico.
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