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).
Monthly retail sales estimates in Puerto Rico. The statistics are broken down by geographic region (Aguadilla, Arecibo, Bayamon, Caguas, Fajardo, Guayama, Mayaguez, Ponce and San Juan), by business size (Quarterly Payroll of less than $20,000, Quarterly Payroll between $20,000 and $250,000, and Quarterly Payroll greater than $250,000), and by categories in the retail sector of the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC).
Weekly statistics are presented on the number of Unemployment Insurance claims received by the Department of Labor and Human Resources. In addition, it includes data on how many beneficiaries are still receiving these benefits, among many other data on the operation of Unemployment Insurance in Puerto Rico and the states of the United States. Unemployment Insurance claims occur when a beneficiary employee ceases to be employed and goes to the offices of the Department of Labor and Human Resources to receive the benefits they are entitled to under the Unemployment Insurance program. Claims are recorded in a database and are provided to the U.S. Department of Labor who produces this statistical report.
It includes statistics on the number of suspected and confirmed cases of the dengue virus, chikungunya and Zika. It includes information on confirmed cases by municipality.
It presents statistics on crime in Puerto Rico, in accordance with the Uniform Crime Reports (UCR) statistical model of the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS). It includes the number of complaints filed for the seven crimes, classified as type I:
1) Crimes of Violence (Murders and Homicides, Violations by Force, Robbery, Aggravated Assault).
2) Property crimes (Escalations, Illegal Appropriations, Car Theft).
The data are presented by regions, districts or districts, municipalities, surveillance sectors and by months.
It contains a brief introduction to the program that produces the information and an analytical summary of the data contained in the publication.
Several tables are presented with statistics on the number of cases diagnosed in Puerto Rico up to the reference date for cases of HIV only, for cases of AIDS only and for cases of HIV and AIDS. It includes breakdowns by age group, gender, diagnostic status, race, category of transmission, and by year of diagnosis. It not only presents statistics on the number of diagnosed cases, but also the number of deaths from this health condition. In addition, some maps are presented that show the distribution of cases by region of the Department of Health.
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.
It contains all the work performed and services offered by the Office of the Women's Attorney during the fiscal year. It is presented through narratives and statistics of the cases treated (and their socio-demographic characteristics); services offered; educational activities carried out and people impacted and statistics of the cases treated by organizations receiving state and federal funds (cases and socio-demographic characteristics; services offered).
This report contains the results of the actuarial valuation of the Puerto Rico Government Employees Retirement System, a multi-employer, cost-sharing pension plan, as of June 30, 2024.
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El Instituto de Estadísticas de Puerto Rico formó parte de la Reunión de Colaboradores 2026 de la Cruz Roja Americana - Tendiendo Puentes: Avanzando la preparación, respuesta y recuperación en los adultos mayores. Durante la actividad realizada el pasado viernes, 26 de junio de 2026, Alberto L. Velázquez Estrada, Gerente Senior de Proyectos Estadísticos presentó de parte del Instituto de Estadísticas la Radiografía del Adulto Mayor en Puerto Rico.
Diversos apectos sociodemográficos fueron compartidos, así como los cambios en periodos recientes sobre los adultos mayores en Puerto Rico. En este sentido, se promovió la discusión y compresión hacia este grupo poblacional que va en crecimiento en nuestra jurisdicción, en torno a la respuesta en situaciones de emergencia. Accede a la copia de la presentación compartida en el documento a la derecha de esta sección.
El Instituto de Estadísticas de Puerto Rico presenta la nueva versión de la Calculadora del Índice de Costo de Vida (COLI), una herramienta interactiva diseñada para facilitar la comparación del costo de vida entre el Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) de San Juan–Bayamón–Caguas y aproximadamente 300 áreas urbanas de los Estados Unidos. La nueva versión incorpora una interfaz más moderna e intuitiva, mejorando la experiencia del usuario y facilitando el análisis de las diferencias en el costo de vida entre distintas regiones.
Esta nueva versión integra los datos publicados en el Informe del Índice de Costo de Vida correspondiente al primer trimestre de 2026, permitiendo a los usuarios realizar comparaciones utilizando la información oficial más reciente disponible para el área metropolitana de San Juan–Bayamón–Caguas y las demás áreas participantes del informe.
La calculadora permite comparar el costo de vida entre diferentes Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSA), una clasificación geográfica oficial utilizada por las agencias estadísticas federales de los Estados Unidos. Las MSA están compuestas por un área urbana con una población de al menos 50,000 habitantes, junto con las áreas limítrofes que mantienen un alto grado de integración económica y social, principalmente medida mediante los patrones de desplazamiento al trabajo.
Desde el año 2015, el Instituto de Estadísticas de Puerto Rico produce el Índice de Costo de Vida (COLI) para el MSA de San Juan–Bayamón–Caguas, convirtiéndose en la fuente oficial de estas estadísticas para Puerto Rico. La publicación trimestral del informe permite que Puerto Rico forme parte de una red de aproximadamente 300 áreas urbanas de los Estados Unidos, haciendo posible realizar comparaciones metodológicamente consistentes del costo de vida entre Puerto Rico y otras jurisdicciones.
La calculadora permite comparar tanto el índice compuesto como las principales categorías, incluyendo vivienda, alimentos, transportación, cuidado de la salud, servicios públicos y bienes y servicios misceláneos. Asimismo, permite estimar el ingreso equivalente necesario para mantener un nivel de vida similar al mudarse entre distintas áreas metropolitanas, convirtiéndose en una herramienta de utilidad para ciudadanos, empresas, investigadores, universidades y agencias gubernamentales que requieren información confiable para la toma de decisiones.
Con esta nueva versión, desde el Instituto reafirmamos el compromiso con el desarrollo de herramientas innovadoras que acerquen las estadísticas oficiales a la ciudadanía y promuevan un mayor acceso a información económica de calidad. Invitamos a los usuarios a consultar el más reciente Informe del Índice de Costo de Vida y a utilizar la nueva calculadora para conocer cómo se compara el costo de vida del área metropolitana de San Juan–Bayamón–Caguas con el de aproximadamente 300 áreas metropolitanas de los Estados Unidos.
Enlaces de interés:
Nueva calculadora del Índice de Costo de Vida (COLI)
Informe trimestre 1 2026 del Índice de Costo de Vida (COLI)
Data helps us understand reality and identify opportunities to prevent violence.
As part of our commitment to disseminating evidence-based information, we continue to share the main findings from the "Collective Action for Violence Prevention: Transforming Realities Through Prevention and Collective Action" event.
That's why we've created a summary of some of the data, statistics, and insights presented during this event, where experts from various sectors discussed topics related to violence against children and youth, substance use prevention, domestic violence, and sexual violence.
Access the summary in digital magazine format: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2552f40cd8.html.
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The Puerto Rico Violent Death Reporting System (PRVDRS), affiliated with the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, published today its most recent informative bulletin detailing preliminary data on violent deaths that occurred in the archipelago between January and March 2026.
First Quarter (Q1) Summary
During these first 90 days of the year, a total of 167 violent deaths were preliminarily registered. This represents an average of approximately two violent deaths per day (1.8). The system defines a violent death as one caused by the intentional use of physical force or power against oneself (suicides), another person, or against a group or community (homicides).
Findings on Homicides
70.0% of the violent deaths registered in this period (117 cases) were homicides. Regarding the demographic profile, it stands out that 97% of the victims were men, with the population aged 20 to 39 being the most affected (for both men and women). Firearms remained the primary instrument, used in 93.0% of the reported homicides.
Findings on Suicides
23.0% of the violent deaths corresponded to suicides, for a total of 38 cases. Approximately 8 out of 10 of these victims were men. The 40 to 59 age group accounted for half of the cases (50.0%). During this first quarter, the overall suicide rate stood at 1.2 per 100,000 inhabitants.
About the PRVDRS
Established in 2016 with the support of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the PRVDRS collects and consolidates data from the Institute of Forensic Sciences, the Puerto Rico Police Department, and the Demographic Registry. This provides a clear and precise view of violence in the archipelago to help formulate informed prevention strategies.
Public Access
We invite citizens and health and safety professionals to explore the annual reports, quarterly bulletins, and other statistical products through our interactive digital magazine and portals:
• Digital Magazine: Sistema de Notificación de Muertes Violentas de Puerto Rico (PRVDRS) | PDF to Flipbook
• Interactive Tool: PRVDRS Dashboard
• Linktree: PRVDRS | Linktree
• Official Portal: Puerto Rico Statistics | Puerto Rico Violent Death Notification System
In 2020, the Puerto Rico Aging Index was estimated in 168, meaning there were approximately 168 people aged 65 or older for every 100 people under 15. By 2025, the indicator rose to 237, reflecting that for every 100 people under 15, there were nearly 237 older adults. Learn about the geographical distribution of municipalities for this index on the Institutes' Census Data and Information page (SDC-PR).
During the annual meeting of the Endocrine Society (ENDO 2026) held in Chicago, Natalia Vázquez-Colón, representing the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, presented original research on the incidence of type 1 diabetes in adolescents aged 15 to 19 in Puerto Rico.
The results showed an upward trend in incidence during the 2009–2024 period. The analysis identified a significant average annual growth of 4.1%.
The research was conducted through a collaboration between the Institute of Statistics and the Pediatric Diabetes Foundation. Participation in ENDO 2026 allowed for sharing scientific evidence generated in Puerto Rico with a highly prestigious national and international audience of researchers, academics, and clinicians.
Access a copy of the presentation at: Trends in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Among Individuals Aged 15-19 Years in Puerto Rico.
Dr. Idania R. Rodriguez Ayuso, Executive Deputy Director of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, delivered the inaugural presentation at the Puerto Rico Interoperability & Digital Health Summit 2026.
This important event was organized by the Puerto Rico Primary Healthcare Association. Dr. Rodriguez presented on "Building a Data Driven Health System for Puerto Rico."
The event was attended by staff from Puerto Rico's 330 Centers, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and federal government personnel.
Some variables are easier to measure than others, but certain questions require special care, both in how they are formulated and in the instruments are used to collect them. One of the most complex is without a doubt, that related to people's ethnic and cultural origin, and also the skin color. In the most recent newsletter of the Puerto Rico State Data Center (SDC-PR) network brief notes are shared about the research on ethnic-racial identification and colorism that has been carried out from the Institute's. Access the current newsletter here, or explore previous newsletters and press releases from the SDC-PR network.
Symposium 2026
On June 5, 2026, the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics hosted the Collective Action for Violence Prevention Symposium: Transforming Realities through Prevention and Collective Action. This event brought together professionals, public officials, organizations, and citizens interested in strengthening violence prevention efforts in Puerto Rico. The program addressed topics such as the current landscape of violence affecting infants and youth, public policy and substance use prevention, and multisectoral action for the protection of women and the eradication of sexual violence, among others. The presentations offered evidence-based analyses and multidisciplinary perspectives that contributed to the development of initiatives aimed at preventing violence, promoting safer environments, and improving the well-being of the population.
The Initiative
The purpose of the Collective Action for Violence Prevention symposium was to bring together professionals from various sectors to analyze, from an evidence-based perspective, the key challenges and strategies for preventing violence in Puerto Rico. This multisectoral initiative fostered a space for dialogue and action where organizations such as the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, the Department of Health, the Puerto Rico Police, and Iniciativa Comunitaria shared updated data on youth violence, substance use prevention policies, and the protection of women. In addition to strengthening institutional collaboration, the event offered formal training to attendees by granting hours in governmental ethics, integrating statistical rigor with social commitment to promote the safety and well-being of the population.
Special Guest Presentations
• • Mr. Alejandro Rodríguez-Putnam, Preventing Violent Firearm Deaths
• Dr. Glenda Dávila- Torres, Brega Bien Program: Risk Context
• Dr. Eduardo J. Zavala-Mendoza, Characterization of Emergency Room Visits and Hospitalizations for Overdose in Puerto Rico
• Ms. Keysha M. Maldonado Avilés, Data That Saves Lives
• Capt. Aymée M. Alvarado Cardona and Ms. Myribel H. Santiago, Sexual Assault within Domestic Violence
• Ms. Soé Rodríguez Alamo, Data for Action: Use of Tracking Systems, Hospital Audits, and Risk Assessment in Gender-Based Violence Prevention in Puerto Rico
• Ms. Edda Rocca López, Las Amigas
Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics
• Mr. Alberto L. Velázquez Estrada, Violent Deaths in Young Adults
• Dr. Diego E. Zavala, Typology of Violence Regional Context
• Dr. Francisco Pesante González, Child Maltreatment, Risk Behaviors, and Parenting Practices in Puerto Rico: A Statistical Overview
• Dr. Idania R. Rodríguez Ayuso, Sexual Coercion in Domestic Violence
Materials
Experts analyzed statistics showing over 30 million controlled substance dispensations to nearly 2 million unique patients in Puerto Rico since 2019
The Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics hosted the symposium "Collective Action for Violence Prevention: Transforming Realities Through Prevention and Collective Action," a gathering that brought together researchers, public health professionals, justice system representatives, community organizations, and government officials to analyze trends, risk factors, and strategies aimed at preventing violence in Puerto Rico.
During the event, presentations and panels were held, including "Current Landscape of Violence Among Infants and Youth: Data and Trends," "Public Policy and Substance Use Prevention: Where Are We and Where Are We Going?," and "Multi-sectoral Action for the Protection of Women and the Eradication of Sexual Violence," all of which addressed various factors contributing to violence and opportunities for its prevention through multi-sector collaboration.
Among the data presented during the symposium, it was highlighted that since 2019, over 30 million controlled substance dispensations have been recorded for nearly 2 million unique patients in Puerto Rico. Participants also discussed statistics related to homicides, gun violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and substance use prevention, as well as early intervention strategies and community action.
In the panel on substance use prevention, it was highlighted that benzodiazepines currently account for 66.2% of controlled substance dispensations in Puerto Rico, while opioids make up 15.9%. Furthermore, the recorded growth in prescribed fentanyl dispensations was discussed, as well as the role of the Controlled Substance Monitoring Program (PDMP) as a tool to promote responsible prescribing, strengthen prevention, and support informed decision-making in the healthcare system.
Presentations on violence among infants and youth revealed that between 2017 and 2024, 4,813 homicides were reported in Puerto Rico, and 92.3% of the victims were men. Experts also highlighted that firearm homicides are the leading cause of death among youth aged 1 to 19 in Puerto Rico. It was also reported that 54% of homicides among men aged 15 to 44 are related to manifestations of collective violence, including organized crime and drug trafficking.
Meanwhile, the panel on the protection of women and the eradication of sexual violence presented statistics showing that during 2024 and 2025, the Puerto Rico Police investigated 17,695 incidents of domestic violence. Furthermore, it was highlighted that, according to the Risk Assessment Form, one in four female complainants evaluated during the second half of 2024 faced an imminent risk of death, and nearly one in five had survived a non-fatal strangulation episode, one of the main indicators associated with the risk of femicide.
Participating experts agreed that many manifestations of violence are rooted in adverse childhood experiences, including abuse, emotional neglect, and early exposure to trauma. They also emphasized the importance of strengthening early interventions, mentorship, community programs, and coordination among health, education, security, and justice systems to address the causes of violence before it occurs.
"This symposium reaffirms the importance of using data to better understand the challenges we face as a society and to guide concrete prevention actions. Violence cannot be addressed by a single sector. It requires collaboration, evidence, and the commitment of multiple stakeholders to identify its causes, intervene promptly, and protect our communities," said Dr. Orville M. Disdier, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics.
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