Town of Lajas, Puerto Rico

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Information on Lajas, Lajas Municipality

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Lajas, located in the state of Puerto Rico, Lajas Municipality. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Lajas, Lajas Municipality.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Lajas town HALL, Lajas Municipality

Lajas town Hall's addressLajas Lajas Municipal Building
P.O. Box 910
Lajas PR 00667
United States
Phone number of Lajas town Hall+1 787-899-1450
Lajas, PR emailNot available
Lajas official websiteNot available
Mayor of LajasJayson MartĂ­nez
Birth Certificate Order your Puerto Rico birth certificate online

Common questions about Lajas

What county is Lajas PR in?

Lajas, PR is located in Lajas County

Where is Lajas, Puerto Rico ?

Lajas is a municipality situated in the southwestern part of Puerto Rico. It lies within Lajas County. Geographically, it is located southwest of San Juan and west of Ponce. The municipality is close to the Caribbean coast, and near notable landmarks like La Parguera, famous for its bioluminescent bay.

What is the cost of living in Lajas PR ?

The cost of living in Lajas, Puerto Rico (Cabo Rojo County) is relatively low. Housing averages around $900 monthly for rent, while transportation costs are comparable to the mainland. Grocery prices are about 10% higher than the U.S. average, making it an affordable place to live overall.

Lajas administrative division

Lajas building department, PR

Welcome to your guide for obtaining a construction permit in Lajas, Puerto Rico. If you're planning a building project in this charming city, you'll need to request a permit from the Oficina de Permisos, which is part of the Department of Planning and Permits located at the local municipal office. To streamline your application process, it's advisable to contact the office directly to gather detailed information on the associated costs and the expected processing times. This will ensure you're prepared with all necessary documentation and fees, helping to avoid any delays in your building endeavors in Lajas, PR.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Lajas's town hall or Lajas Municipality authorities directly.

Demography of Lajas

Name of Lajas inhabitants (demonym)Lajeños
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population23 334 inhabitants (2020)51 / 1 825
Population density in LajasNot available

Lajas (PR) statistics

Lajas PR Median household income$18,957
Lajas PR Poverty rate39.6%
Lajas PR Unemployment rate15.8%
Lajas PR Educational attainment80.6%

Air quality

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List of Passport Facilities in Lajas, PR

This town does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Lajas, PR
Name Street Phone number
USPS SAN GERMAN POST OFFICE181 AVE UNIV INTERAMERICANA7878921313
MAYAGUEZ POST OFFICE60 CALLE DE LA CANDELARIA W7872653138
USPS YAUCO POST OFFICE603 YAUCO PLAZA II7878568080
SAN SEBASTIAN POST OFFICE211 CALLE RUIZ BELVIS7872801333
LARES POST OFFICE100 AVE. LOS PATRIOTAS7878972260
AGUADILLA POST OFFICE50 CARR 4597878822235
USPS UTUADO POST OFFICE41 AVE FERNANDO L RIBAS7878942490
PR DEPARTAMENTO DE ESTADO - OFICINA DE PASAPORTES (PONCE)72 CALLE MAYOR7877094996
USPS PONCE MAIN POST OFFICE2340 AVE EDUARDO RUBERTE2027917641
USPS ISABELA POST OFFICE5 CALLE PINEIRO2027917609
ARECIBO MAIN POST OFFICE10 AVE SAN PATRICIO2027917648
PR DEPARTAMENTO DE ESTADO - OFICINA DE PASAPORTES (ARECIBO)AVE JOSE DE DIEGO7878150405
USPS COAMO POST OFFICEURB EL EDEN7878032721
MOROVIS POST OFFICE200 CARR 1557878621500
VEGA ALTA100 CARR 27878834200

Top 3 most popular banks in Lajas

There are 1 bank branches in Lajas.
Banco Popular de Puerto Rico is the most popular bank in Lajas with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Lajas:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Banco Popular de Puerto Rico1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Lajas administrative numbers

Lajas town code7240950
Lajas town phone area code787
Lajas town postcode00667

Lajas territory

Lajas areaNot available
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 18.0519
Longitude: -67.0597
Latitude: 18° 3' 7'' North
Longitude: 67° 3' 35'' West
Time zone
UTC -4:00 (America/Puerto_Rico)
The summer and winter time does not differ from the standard time
Local time
Namesake of Lajas
  • Lajas, Cajamarca, PĂ©rou
  • Lajas, Cienfuegos, Cuba
Natural parksLajas isn't part of a natural park

What is Lajas close to?

Nearby cities include: San Germán, Sabana Grande, Cabo Rojo and Hormigueros
Cabo RojoSan GermánSan Germán
Cabo RojoNeighbouring townsSan Germán
GuánicaGuánica
San Germán 2.6 milesSabana Grande 6.3 milesCabo Rojo 6.7 miles
Hormigueros 7.9 milesGuánica 9.8 milesMaricao 10.7 miles
MayagĂĽez 12.1 milesYauco 12.8 milesLas MarĂ­as 15.1 miles
Añasco 17.5 milesGuayanilla 17.6 milesSan Sebastián 20.4 miles
Lares 20.7 milesPeñuelas 22.1 milesAdjuntas 23.3 miles
RincĂłn 24 milesMoca 24.6 milesAguada 24.7 miles
Utuado 27.8 milesAguadilla 27.9 milesPonce 29.7 miles

Distance between Lajas and other main cities and towns

New York City : 1621 milesLos Angeles : 3331 milesChicago : 2047 miles
Houston : 1959 milesPhoenix : 2973 milesPhiladelphia : 1591 miles
San Antonio : 2132 milesSan Diego : 3259 milesDallas : 2109 miles
San Jose : 3559 milesFort Worth : 2137 milesAustin : 2104 miles
Jacksonville : 1251 miles closestColumbus : 1844 milesIndianapolis : 1887 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies