Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is a Caribbean island and unincorporated territory of the United States with a rich history and vibrant culture. It is known for its beautiful beaches, tropical climate, and lush landscapes, including the El Yunque National Forest. Its capital, San Juan, features colorful Spanish colonial buildings and the massive fortresses El Morro and La Fortaleza. Puerto Rico's culture is a lively mix of Taíno, African, and Spanish influences, evident in its music, cuisine, and festivals. The island is also famous for being the birthplace of reggaeton and the piña colada. Despite its small size, Puerto Rico has a diverse economy that includes manufacturing, services, tourism, and technology. It has a complex political status, with residents being U.S. citizens but having limited representation in the U.S. government and no vote in presidential elections. Population of Puerto Rico from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 3.2 million. 2019: Approximately 3.2 million. 2020: Approximately 3.1 million. Capital (San Juan): Population in 2020: About 320,000 inhabitants. Top 10 cities by number of inhabitants in 2020: (Figures are approximate) San Juan: 320,000 Bayamón: 170,000 Carolina: 150,000 Ponce: 140,000 Caguas: 130,000 Guaynabo: 95,000 Arecibo: 90,000 Toa Baja: 85,000 Mayagüez: 80,000 Trujillo Alto: 75,000 Number and name of Administrative Divisions: Puerto Rico is divided into 78 municipalities. GDP in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: About $104 billion. Public deficit in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Data not available. % GDP/government debt ratio from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Data not available. 2019: Data not available. 2020: Data not available. Unemployment rate % from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About 8.9%. 2019: About 8.5%. 2020: Data not available.