Average Salary in Puerto Rico

Territory of United States · Data verified 2026-01-01

Minimum wage

$10.50 /hr

Average salary $2,400 /mo

+ 45% vs United States national rate #31 of 56 state Since 2024-07-01

With a population of 3.2 million, Puerto Rico is a territory of United States whose economy centers on pharmaceuticals and manufacturing. Its minimum wage of $10.50 per hour is 45% above the national rate. Workers earn an average gross salary of $2,400 per month. Key economic outputs include pharmaceuticals, medical devices, electronics. The median household income is $24,002 per year.

• AT A GLANCE

Rank: #31 of 56; state
vs National: +45%; United States floor
Annual (est.): $21,840; full-time, before tax
Change Since 2020: +45%; nominal wage

Wage Breakdown

Hourly: $10.50
Monthly: $1,820 Based on 173.33 hours/month (40 hrs/week)
Annual: $21,840 Based on 2,080 hours/year

Puerto Rico's minimum wage is set by the Puerto Rico Minimum Wage Act, which established a phased schedule above the federal $7.25 minimum. Puerto Rico was previously exempt from FLSA increases. The locally-set minimum is $10.50/hr as of July 2024, with further phased increases planned.

At this rate, a full-time worker earns approximately $21,840 /yr before tax. Whether that covers living costs depends on local prices. See United States purchasing power context.