Yabucoa Puerto Rico Map
Explore Yabucoa, Puerto Rico, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Yabucoa, Puerto Rico
| City | Yabucoa |
| State | Puerto Rico (PR) |
| County | Yabucoa County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Atlantic Standard Time — no DST (America/Puerto_Rico) |
| Latitude | 18.05052 |
| Longitude | -65.879329 |
| Population | 5,557 |
| Density | 1705.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 5052 |
| Area Code | 787, 939 |
About Yabucoa, Puerto Rico
Yabucoa is a locality in Yabucoa County, Puerto Rico, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,557. The population density is 1705.9 people per km². Yabucoa is located at 18.0505°N, 65.8793°W. It observes the Atlantic Standard Time — no DST (America/Puerto_Rico) timezone. ZIP code: 5052.Yabucoa maintains a distinct presence where the land transitions from the rugged heights of the Cuchilla de Panduras toward the rhythmic pull of the Atlantic. It lies 7.7 miles south-southwest of Humacao, PR (from Humacao, PR: bearing 206°T), and is situated 9.2 miles south of Las Piedras. The terrain finds its definition in the Quebrada Aguas Largas, a basin that shapes the local contours with quiet persistence. Water flows through the landscape via the Río Guayanés, which cuts a steady path just a mile from the center. Beyond the immediate reach of the soil, the horizon holds the distant silhouette of Cayo Batata, resting eight miles out upon the water. The light here settles softly over the earth, revealing a coastal proximity that brings the salt-heavy air of Puerto Yabucoa to the edge of the fields.
Yabucoa bears the weight of a long agricultural legacy, once defined by the deep green stalks of sugarcane that carpeted the basin. The local economy evolved from these agrarian roots into a diverse industrial theater, where manufacturing and trade have replaced the old mills. Work proceeds at a deliberate pace, tethered to the shifting demands of modern production and the enduring needs of the people. History remains visible in the architecture of the streets, echoing the labor of generations who shaped this corner of the island. Prosperity here is measured not by sudden surges, but by the steady accumulation of effort and the resilience of the local industry. Prosperity remains a patient endeavor, reflecting the labor of those who know how to work the land and the machines with equal care.
Yabucoa radiates a character forged by the intersection of mountain air and the influence of the nearby shore. Residents gather at the Parque José M. Méndez to mark the passage of the day, finding a common ground beneath the shade of local trees. The cultural life is marked by a profound sense of local identity, where music and language weave together the stories of the people. While many travel far to seek their fortunes, the spirit of Yabucoa remains a fixed point for those who claim it as their origin. Among those who have carried the name of the region into broader fame, figures like the musician Carmelo Díaz Soler represent the creative depth found within these borders. The evening sky often turns a bruised violet, casting a glow over the landmarks that define the daily lives of everyone who dwells here.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Parque Sta. Elena (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 153° SE
- Unknown Local Park (Local Park) — 2.2 mi, 285° W
- Punta Yegüas Natural Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 2.9 mi, 122° SE
- Manglar Punta Tuna Natural Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 3.4 mi, 177° S
- Reserva Natural Manglar de Punta Tuna (State Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 177° S
- Bosque Estatal de Carite (State Resource Management Area) — 8.4 mi, 285° W
- RN Pantano Bosque Pterocarpus Lagunas Mandry y Sta Teresa Humacao (State Conservation Area) — 8.9 mi, 049° NE
- El Yunque National Forest (National Forest) — 13.9 mi, 014° N · 29k acres
- El Toro Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 14.3 mi, 015° N · 10k acres
- Rio Icacos, Puerto Rico Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 15.8 mi, 022° N · 708 acres
- Rio Mameyes, Puerto Rico Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 17.7 mi, 024° NE · 1,219 acres
- Vieques National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.1 mi, 080° E · 52k acres
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About This Yabucoa Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. Coordinates: 18.05052, -65.879329. 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 Yabucoa includes the ZIP code (5052), telephone area code (787, 939), county seat of Yabucoa County, and school district assignment.
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 | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
