Explore Cayey, Puerto Rico, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Cayey, Puerto Rico. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Puerto Rico or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Cayey.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Cayey |
| State | Puerto Rico (PR) |
| County | Cayey County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Atlantic Standard Time — no DST (America/Puerto_Rico) |
| Latitude | 18.111905 |
| Longitude | -66.166 |
| Population | 14,655 |
| Density | 2207.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 736 |
| Area Code | 787, 939 |
Cayey occupies a rugged, elevated position within the central mountainous interior, defined by a landscape of steep inclines and deep, verdant folds. It lies 9.5 miles north-northwest of Guayama, PR (from Guayama, PR: bearing 339°T), and is situated 6.8 miles east-southeast of Aibonito. The terrain is defined by the proximity of Monte Llano, which rises sharply to the north and dictates the cool, misty quality of the afternoon light. Water defines the lower reaches, where the Río Matón carves its path through the land, providing a constant, low-frequency hum that resonates through the nearby Quebrada Morillo. Further out, the presence of Lago Carite adds a stillness to the regional topography, reflecting the heavy, humid clouds that often gather over the ridges. The air here feels distinct, possessing a thinness and clarity that sets Cayey apart from the heavier, warmer atmosphere of the lowlands.
Cayey emerged as a hub of agricultural productivity, grounded for generations in the cultivation of tobacco and coffee that thrived in the nutrient-rich soil of the high altitudes. These industries shaped the early social order, establishing a work ethic centered on the seasonal demands of the harvest and the meticulous care of the fields. Over time, the economy transitioned, integrating light manufacturing and pharmaceutical production into the local rhythm while maintaining a deep respect for the traditional agrarian roots. The Plaza de Cayey serves as the administrative and social anchor of this evolution, remaining the primary space where the commercial and civic life of Cayey converges. This continuity between the past and the present provides a sense of stability, visible in the enduring architecture and the steady, purposeful pace of the local markets.
Cayey fosters a cultural identity that is intensely proud, often expressed through a vibrant appreciation for music and the communal traditions that define the mountain spirit. The town is recognized for its connection to the legendary singer Cheo Feliciano, whose influence remains a touchstone for the local artistic sensibility. Residents frequently gather in the Plaza de Cayey to celebrate, marking the passage of time with festivals that emphasize the specific heritage of the central highlands. While the Bosque Estatal de Aguirre lies some distance away, the spirit of conservation and connection to the land is a vital component of the local character. Life in Cayey moves with a deliberate grace, characterized by a quiet intensity that rewards those who take the time to observe the subtle shifts in the daily routine.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cayey, Puerto Rico. Coordinates: 18.111905, -66.166. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Cayey includes the ZIP code (736), telephone area code (787, 939), county seat of Cayey County, and school district assignment.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |