Cangrejo Arriba, Carolina, Puerto Rico facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cangrejo Arriba
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Barrio
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Near the United States Postal Service cargo area in Cangrejo Arriba
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Location of Cangrejo Arriba within the municipality of Carolina shown in red
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 Cangrejo Arriba, Carolina, Puerto Rico
Location in Caribbean
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| Commonwealth |  Puerto Rico |
| Municipality |  Carolina |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.72 sq mi (17.4 km2) |
| • Land | 3.89 sq mi (10.1 km2) |
| • Water | 2.83 sq mi (7.3 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,041 |
| • Density | 4,414.8/sq mi (1,704.6/km2) |
| Source: 2010 Census | |
| Time zone | UTC−4 (AST) |
Cangrejo Arriba is a lively neighborhood, also known as a barrio, located in the city of Carolina, Puerto Rico. In 2010, about 17,041 people lived there. It's a busy urban area with interesting places to explore.
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What Makes Cangrejo Arriba Special?
Cangrejo Arriba is a busy urban area. It has many buildings and activities.
Coastal Charm: Isla Verde
Right on the coast of Cangrejo Arriba, you'll find the neighborhood of Isla Verde. This area is famous for its beautiful beaches. It's a popular spot for both locals and visitors.
Famous Hotels and Resorts
A well-known hotel, the Ritz-Carlton, is located in Cangrejo Arriba. This hotel is a landmark in the area. It was affected by Hurricane Maria in 2017. The hotel was planned to reopen in 2022 after repairs.
A Look at Cangrejo Arriba's Past
Cangrejo Arriba has an interesting history. It is part of Puerto Rico, which has a unique story.
How Puerto Rico Became Part of the U.S.
After the Spanish–American War in 1898, Spain gave Puerto Rico to the United States. This happened under an agreement called the Treaty of Paris of 1898. Puerto Rico then became an unincorporated territory of the U.S. This means it is part of the U.S. but has its own special government.
Early Population Counts
In 1899, the United States Department of War took a count of all the people in Puerto Rico. At that time, Cangrejo Arriba was known as Cangrejos barrio. The census found that 367 people lived there. Over the years, the population grew a lot.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 367 | — | |
| 1910 | 473 | 28.9% | |
| 1920 | 637 | 34.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,159 | 81.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,639 | 41.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,501 | −8.4% | |
| 1980 | 16,237 | — | |
| 1990 | 18,869 | 16.2% | |
| 2000 | 18,681 | −1.0% | |
| 2010 | 17,041 | −8.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1899 (shown as 1900) 1910-1930 1930-1950 1980-2000 2010 |
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Images for kids
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The Ritz-Carlton hotel
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The skyline of Cangrejo Arriba
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See also
In Spanish: Cangrejo Arriba para niños
- List of communities in Puerto Rico
