Categories in Vieques
Car rentalCar Repair and MaintenanceFarmingClothing storesChurchesCommunity CenterGovernment OfficeNon-Profit OrganizationHardware storeHousing DevelopmentEducationPainting StudioArt galleriesTourist AttractionAll food and beverageBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsBreakfast and brunchCafesCoffee ShopFast food restaurantsGrocery stores and supermarketsPuerto Rican RestaurantRestaurantsAtm'sBeauty salonsBusiness to Business ServiceApartment BuildingHoliday Apartment RentalHousing ComplexReal Estate AgencyReal Estate Rental AgencyGift ShopSupermarketPublic parksBed and breakfastsBoat Tour AgencyGuest HouseHoliday HomeHostelsHotels and motelsHousing SocietyIndoor LodgingLodgingTour OperatorVacation Home Rental AgencyVilla
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Vieques
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Other accommodation | 54 | 16 years |
| Travel and transportation | 22 | — |
| Restaurants | 20 | — |
| Hotels and motels | 19 | — |
| Real estate | 19 | — |
| Holiday homes, cabins and resorts | 18 | — |
| Shopping | 9 | — |
| Sports and recreation | 7 | — |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 6 | — |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 6 | — |
| Education | 5 | — |
| Travel agencies | 5 | — |
| Apartments | 5 | — |
Vieques Facts
| Area | 0.9 km² |
| Population | 2,852 |
| Male Population | 1,333 (46.8%) |
| Female Population | 1,519 (53.2%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -1.6% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | -14.2% |
| Median Age | 33.8 years (Male: 32.7, Female: 34.8) |
| Neighborhoods | Isabel II, South Beach, Santa María |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Atlantic Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 18.42495, -65.83294 |
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Vieques Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,899 | 3,245 | 3,324 | 2,954 | 2,852 |
| Population Density | 3,092.3 / km² | 3,461.3 / km² | 3,545.6 / km² | 3,150.9 / km² | 3,042.1 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Vieques Population change from 2000 to 2015
Decrease of 11.1% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vieques | +1.9% | -9% | -11.1% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Vieques Median Age
Median Age: 33.8 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vieques | 33.8 yrs | 34.8 yrs | 32.7 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Vieques Population Density
Population Density: 3,042 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vieques | 2,852 | 0.938 km² | 3,042 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Vieques Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1780 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Vieques
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Vieques CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vieques | 52,721 tn | 18.49 tn | 56,235.4 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Vieques CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 52,721 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 18.49 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 56,235.4 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (4) |
| Earthquake | Medium (5.5) |
| Cyclone | High (9) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, International Bank for Reconstruction and Development - The World Bank, and United Nations Environment Programme Global Resource Information Database Geneva - UNEP/GRID-Geneva. 2005. Global Cyclone Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4CZ353K.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/18 | 9:43 PM | 3.15 | 24.8 km | 136,000 m | 3km W of Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 5/23/18 | 4:38 AM | 3.15 | 10.4 km | 149,000 m | 1km WSW of Carolina, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 3/4/18 | 12:16 AM | 3.07 | 25.5 km | 66,000 m | 18km N of Loiza, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 12/13/17 | 10:44 PM | 3.11 | 21.4 km | 47,000 m | 1km SW of Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 10/20/17 | 6:44 AM | 3.19 | 22.8 km | 131,000 m | 12km S of Esperanza, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 8/2/17 | 4:38 AM | 3.12 | 26.7 km | 65,000 m | 25km N of Loiza, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 7/9/17 | 6:57 AM | 3.06 | 25.5 km | 124,000 m | 5km NNE of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 5/19/17 | 9:24 PM | 3.03 | 26.2 km | 116,000 m | 5km ESE of Catano, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 2/2/17 | 3:48 PM | 3.6 | 23.9 km | 75,000 m | 22km NNW of Loiza, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
| 12/8/16 | 7:46 AM | 3 | 7.2 km | 117,000 m | 7km N of Vieques, Puerto Rico | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
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