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Cost of Living in Rafael Hernández, PR

Population: 1,260 | Puerto Rico

62
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Rafael Hernández is 38% less expensive than the national average.

45
Housing
37
Home Values
100
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Rafael Hernández, PR: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 62, Rafael Hernández, PR is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 38% cheaper than the national average and 8% below the Puerto Rico state average of 70. Rafael Hernández is a small community of 1,260 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Rafael Hernández's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $592 (55% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $113,400 (63% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.3x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Rafael Hernández is $21,470, which is 71% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 33% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Rafael Hernández. The area sees an average annual temperature of 76.1°F, with summers averaging 82°F and winters around 69°F. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches spread over roughly 112 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$21,470
vs US Median ($75,149)
-71%

Housing

Median Rent
$592/mo
Median Home Value
$113,400
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$449/mo

Climate in Rafael Hernández

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

76.1°F
Avg Temperature
57.2"
Rainfall / Year
112d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 74 75 77 80 83 86 88 88 87 84 79 76
Avg °F 67 69 71 75 78 81 83 83 82 79 74 70
Low °F 61 63 65 70 74 77 78 78 77 74 69 65
Rain" 2.3 2.3 2.5 3.4 4.9 7.8 6.0 7.5 8.5 6.5 3.3 2.3

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