Internet Users: Puerto Rico

Analysis# Puerto Rico Internet Users Puerto Rico's internet penetration reached 87.292% of the population in 2022, matching its all-time peak. This represents remarkable growth from a baseline of 0% in 1990, when digital connectivity was unavailable across the island. The 32-year trajectory demonstrates Puerto Rico's successful integration into the global digital economy, with the territory now among the more connected regions globally. The path to today's connectivity reveals volatile intermediate years. Internet adoption accelerated steadily from 2012 through 2019, climbing from 69% to 77.736%. A notable dip to 63.466% occurred in 2015, likely reflecting economic challenges during that period. Since 2019, however, growth has accelerated sharply, with penetration jumping from 77.736% to 87.292% by 2022. This recent surge suggests continued digital infrastructure investment and recovery momentum across Puerto Rico.