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Ceiba, Puerto Rico

(sai-EE-bah)

Locals are known as “Los Sin Sopa” (without soup),
because the town did not have a local meat market and people had to travel to long distances
buy meat.

While the city is known as “La Ciudad del Marlin” (the town of the Marlin).

Ceiba was founded on April 7, 1838 by Luis de la Cruz. Ceiba derives its name
from a Indian word seyba, which is the name for a famous tree that grows
in the island, the Ceiba Pentandra.

Ceiba is home of the Ceiba Forest
which extends along the coastline between Ceiba and Fajardo, 95% of the forest is classified as mangrove. Various species
of birds can be seen as well as turtles and manatees, (787) 724-3647.

Geography

Ceiba is located in the east coast of the island, bordering the Atlantic
Ocean, north of Naguabo, south of
Fajardo, and east of
Río Grande.

Major rivers include Daguao, Fajardo and Demajaguas.

Ceiba is made up of 8 barrios (wards/districts):

• Chupacallos
• Daguao
• Guayacán
• Machos
• Quebrada Seca
• Pueblo
• Río Abajo
• Saco

Climate

The annual precipitation is approximately 4 inches and the
average temperature is 78°F.

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Notable People

There are many well-known “ceibeños”, among them:

• Felisa Rincón de Gautier, former San Juan mayor
• Luis Vigoreaux, actor, radio and television show host

Restaurants

• Panaderia Cookie (Puerto Rican), (787) 863-6945
• Restaurant Nueva China (Chinese), (787) 885-3400

Accommodations

• Casa Marshall (Guest House),
  (787) 885-4474
• Ceiba Country Inn (Small Inn),
  (787) 885-0471
• La Paloma Guest House (Guest House),
  (787) 885-4040
  (787) 435-1154
• The View Condo (Apartment/Condo),
  516-379-4238

Festivals and Events

• Festival de Marlin – May/June
• Fiesta Nacional de la Raza – October
• Fiestas Patronales de San Antonio de Padua – June
  Every year, Ceiba celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
  (787) 885-2180
• Maraton de los Enamorados – February
• Maraton del Pavo – November

Symbols

Flag

The flag derives its symbolism, design and colors from the municipal
coat of arms. In particular, the cross refers to the name of Don Luis de la Cruz, who
founded the town.

Code of Arms

In field of gold, one ceiba tree, a mural crown, at the head a cross in gold with
lily flowers of the same metal. The shield is flanked by two sugar cane stems, with
their leaves crossed at the bottom. The ceiba tree symbolizes the name of the town
and simultaneously represents the indigenous prehistory of Puerto Rico. The cross
and the lily flowers represent the first and last name of Don Luis de la Cruz,
founder of the town. The cross also symbolizes the Christian faith.

Anthem

The anthem of Ceiba was written by Carmen E. Perez. The title is
Ceiba….

Education

There are 7 public schools in Ceiba,
education is handled by the Puerto Rico Department of Education.

Demographics *

Population
11,307

Puerto Rico: 3,285,874

Land Area: 29.04 sq mi

Density: 386 per sq mi

Median Age: 44

Sex: 53% female

Economics **

Per capita income
$12,240

Puerto Rico: $21,058

Median household income: $19,092
Puerto Rico: $21,058

Persons below poverty line: 42.2%

Housing, families and educational attainment *

Number of households
4,261
Housing units density:
267 (2013)

Persons per household: 2.63

High school grad or higher: 74%

Marital status: 40% married

* U.S. Census Bureau 2020 data, unless otherwise noted – Source: Quick Facts Puerto Rico.

** U.S. Census Bureau 2016-2020

Map References

Coordinates: 18. 2381° N, 65.6278° W

Zip Code: 00735, 00742

Driving Distance from San Juan: 33 miles

Driving Time: 1 hour, 1 minute

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2. Crime & Safety

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3. Housing

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4. Nightlife

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5. Good for Families

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6. Diversity

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7. Jobs

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8. Weather

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9. Cost of Living

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11. Outdoor Activities

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12. Commute

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Ceiba is a with a population of 5,558. Ceiba is in Ceiba Municipio. Living in Ceiba offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Ceiba.

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Population

5,558

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Real Estate

Median Home Value

$92,000

National

$229,800

Median Rent

$525

National

$1,096

Area Feel

Based on the housing stock, population density, and the proximity of amenities of the area.

Sparse Suburban

• Rent

  31%

• Own

  69%

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Crime & Safety

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Based on violent and property crime rates.

• Assault

  No data available  —

  national  282.7

• Murder

  No data available  —

  national  6.1

• Rape

  No data available  —

  national  40.7

• Robbery

  No data available  —

  national  135.5

• Burglary

  No data available  —

  national  500.1

• Theft

  No data available  —

  national  2,042. 8

• Motor Vehicle Theft

  No data available  —

  national  284

Residents

Diversity

grade C minus

Based on ethnic and economic diversity.

• <10 years

  10%

• 10-17 years

  11%

• 18-24 years

  7%

• 25-34 years

  12%

• 35-44 years

  13%

• 45-54 years

  13%

• 55-64 years

  9%

• 65+ years

  26%

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• Master’s degree or higher

  3%

  national  13%

• Bachelor’s degree

  13%

  national  20%

• Some college or associate’s degree

  27%

  national  29%

• High school diploma or equivalent

  34%

  national  27%

• Less than high school diploma

  23%

  national  11%

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Working in Ceiba

Jobs

grade D minus

Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.

Median Household Income

$19,632

National

$64,994

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Ceiba, is a coastal town in the eastern part of the island. It has beautiful beaches, it would be a very good town to develop in the area of tourism and manufacturing, since it has the infrastructure and an area to create a transshipment where large cargo ships and cruise ships can arrive.

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3 m/s. light breeze, westerly, northwesterly

Pressure: 753 mmHg

Humidity: 86%

UV Index: 0 (low)

Sunrise: 06:44
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