How many people from Puerto Rico live abroad?
According to the United Nations, 1,930,000 people from Puerto Rico live abroad.
However, the figure counts migrants, not their children born abroad. The real diaspora is therefore larger.
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Puerto Rico diaspora around the world
People from Puerto Rico around the world meet here, country by country and city by city. Settled, about to leave or simply connected: here is where to find your people.
Puerto Rico diaspora, by continent
Main countries of residence
According to the United Nations, from largest to smallest.
Where people from Puerto Rico live
1,920,000 people from Puerto Rico live in the United States, 5,160 the Dominican Republic, and 1,580 Haiti.
Together, these three countries therefore account for about 100% of the diaspora.
Each country has its own page, with the cities, communities and meetups there.
Neighbouring diasporas
Other countries in the Americas also have their diaspora on Compatri: Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia, United States, and Brazil. Each page gathers its countries of residence, its cities and its national day.
Finding people from Puerto Rico near you
Compatri brings diasporas together where they live. First, you choose the community of your city. Then you discover what its members organise: meals, parties, afterworks or mutual aid. Finally, you message compatriots who share your interests.
You can also host your own meetup: a meal, an outing or a party. It then appears to members of your city, and you follow sign-ups from your account.
Your exact location never appears: other members only see an approximate area. In addition, joining a community and attending events costs nothing.
Frequently asked questions
How many people from Puerto Rico live abroad?
According to the UN, about 1,930,000 people from Puerto Rico live abroad. Their children born abroad do not count in this figure.
Which countries do people from Puerto Rico live in?
According to the UN, most of them live in the United States, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Mexico, and Panama.
How can I find people from Puerto Rico near me?
Choose your country of residence, then your city. Next, join the local community, or start it if it is still missing.
Do I have to pay to join my community?
No. Joining your community, discovering nearby members and attending events stays free. The Starter and Advanced plans only add features to go further.