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Average Rent in Guayama, PR Rents rising 0.8% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 67,171

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, CensusMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Guayama, PR has rental prices ranging from $415/month to $648/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $418/month — 70% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $20,430/year, spending $418/month on a 1-bedroom represents 25% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Guayama Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $489/month, Guayama ranks #11 most expensive of the 16 cities tracked in PR — more affordable than 100% of all US cities in our data.

The Guayama Rental Market

The Guayama, PR area has a population of about 67,171 and 28% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Guayama, PR have risen by $4/month (0.8%) over the past year, from $485 to $489. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Guayama, PR without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $16,720. The local median household income of $20,430 exceeds that threshold by $3,710, making Guayama relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$415
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$418
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$489
0.8% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$646
Average
4 Bedrooms
$648
Average
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Is Guayama, PR Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$19,560/year
Local median income: $20,430
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $489/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in PRlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Caguas$490$493$577$809
Fajardo$503$506$589$740
San Juan$552$569$656$861
Yauco$361$369$421$596
Ponce$512$532$589$825
Aguadilla$487$490$560$681

Rent or Buy in Guayama?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Guayama data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$489/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $489/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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