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Quick facts about Carolina:

• Population: 154,815

• Median age: 43.6

• Population per square mile: 3,900.2

• Land area: 45.32 square miles

• Number of households: 61,909

• Median household income: $29,059

• Income per capita: $16,846

Source: Latest U.S. Census data 

What is Carolina known for?

Carolina, situated in the northern part of Puerto Rico, is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the island. Part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area, Carolina is home to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. So, the majority of those flying in from the U.S. arrive here.

Tourism is the main industry in the city, and there are various hotels, resorts and casinos everywhere. Carolina is also home to Plaza Carolina, the largest shopping mall on the island with hundreds of stores and restaurants.

Carolina offers fantastic real estate deals when compared to other nearby cities in Puerto Rico or the waterfront areas of the United States. From the beach to the inland hills and forests, there are homes, condos, and apartments available to suit all budgets and preferences.

Are Carolina homes for sale expensive?

The Carolina real estate market is relatively affordable, especially when compared to the nearby capital city of San Juan. But, in addition to the numerous budget-friendly units, there are also many luxury options available, some of which even located on the waterfront. The median property price in Carolina is:

What are the best neighborhoods to buy a home in Carolina?

Carolina boasts 13 barrios of varying sizes and populations: Barrazas, Cacao, Cangrejo Arriba, Canovanillas, Carolina Pueblo, Carruzos, Cedro, Hoyo Mulas, Martín González, Sabana Abajo, San Antón, Trujillo Bajo and Santa Cruz.

Carolina Pueblo

Carolina Pueblo features the city’s central plaza, where local festivities and events are often held. The barrio is the administrative center of Carolina and is also home to municipal buildings and the Parroquia San Fernando, a Roman Catholic Church.

Cangrejo Arriba

Cangrejo Arriba is the barrio of Carolina located on the shoreline and is home to the Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. The beach area is continuously under development here as new hotels and accommodation sites keep popping up to attract more tourists.

San Antón

The Universidad de Puerto Rico’s Carolina location can be found in the San Antón barrio of Carolina. This area is home to several shops, such as Home Depot, Walmart, Costco, IKEA and other international chains.

Trujillo Bajo

The Trujillo Bajo barrio is home to several shopping opportunities, along with real estate developments that include condominiums.

What is the education level in Carolina?

Public schools in Carolina are under the jurisdiction of Puerto Rico’s Department of Education. Classes in both public and private schools are taught in Spanish. Saint Francis School, Colegio Santa Gema, Colegio Bautista de Carolina and Carvin School are some of the private schools based in Carolina.

Here, 84.6% of the local population has a high school diploma and 31.8% holds a bachelor’s degree or higher. Several major universities with campuses are located in the city. The University of Puerto Rico-Carolina is a public college that’s part of the University of Puerto Rico. Other smaller institutions include The Caribbean University-Carolina, Dewey University Carolina and the Universidad Ana G. Mendez with its Carolina campus.

What kind of jobs are there in Carolina?

Carolina is one of the most important tourist centers in Puerto Rico. The city’s other economic sectors include pharmaceutical, medical equipment and chemical manufacturing, as well as commerce. The fourth-largest urban center in the country, Carolina is considered the industrial capital of Puerto Rico due to its large concentration of factories. The city was once an important center for sugar production.

What to do in Carolina?

Three main museums can be found in Carolina: The Galeria los Gigantes; El Museo del Nino de Carolina with fun exhibits for children; and the Museo Casa Escute, which features a variety of artwork. The Ladies Crafts Fair, the San Fernando Patron Celebration, Roberto Clemente Week and the Patron Saint Celebration of Santa Carolina are some of the largest festivals held yearly in Carolina.

Nature-lovers will surely enjoy visiting El Yunique National Forest, a small portion of which is located in Carolina. The tropical rainforest boasts magnificent waterfalls and petroglyphs as proof of the indigenous Taino people, who lived in the southern part of the area centuries ago.

The best spots for a night on the town can be found along the coast. Some of the most popular local hotspots include Club Brava; Rumors; and Di Vino Wine & Tapas. The Roberto Clemente Stadium is the largest local venue used both for baseball and soccer games.