Ponce Puerto Rico Map

About Ponce, Puerto Rico

Ponce is a locality in Ponce County, Puerto Rico, United States. With a population of 111,224, Ponce is a major urban centre in Puerto Rico. The population density is 1494.8 people per km². Ponce is located at 18.0111°N, 66.6141°W. It observes the Atlantic Standard Time — no DST (America/Puerto_Rico) timezone. ZIP code: 728.

Ponce, a city graced by the Caribbean sun, unfolds across a fertile southern plain, its landscape gently meeting the azure waters. It lies 32.6 miles south-south-east of Arecibo, PR (from Arecibo, PR: bearing 168°T), and is situated 5.3 miles west of Aguilita. This vibrant hub, historically a major port and agricultural center, has long been shaped by its advantageous geography, benefiting from the rich soil that yields sugarcane and other tropical bounty. Its economy, once deeply rooted in the sugar trade and rum production, has diversified, embracing commerce, services, and light industry, yet still echoing with the echoes of its industrious past. The very air here seems to carry the tang of salt and the warmth of the tropics, a constant reminder of its coastal embrace and the enduring spirit of its people. The cultural character of Ponce is a lively blend of Spanish, African, and Taíno influences, a heritage celebrated in its colorful festivals and spirited music. Among its architectural treasures, the Parque de Bombas, a striking red and white former firehouse, stands as a distinctive landmark, its unique design a testament to the city's artistic flair. The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Puerto Rico, a respected institution of higher learning, draws students from across the island and beyond. While Ponce doesn't boast major league professional sports teams, local passion for baseball and basketball runs deep. The annual Ponce Carnival, a spectacular display of costumes and parades, is a highlight, drawing crowds eager to experience the city's infectious joy. Throughout its history, Ponce has been home to notable figures, including the acclaimed poet Luis Palés Matos and the pioneering surgeon Dr. Arnaldo R. Rivera.

About This Ponce Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ponce, Puerto Rico — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 18.011077, -66.614062. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Ponce and Ponce County.

Detailed location data for Ponce includes the ZIP code (728), telephone area code (787, 939), county seat of Ponce County, and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Ponce is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.