Last updated: Aug 28, 2026
Doing Business in Puerto Rico: Market Entry, GTM Strategy & Growth Potential
Why Expand into Puerto Rico
The population of Puerto Rico is 3,222,688, and is growing at the rate of -0.47%. The GDP per capita, which represents the potential spending power of the people, is $53,146, measured on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis to allow comparison with other countries.
94.44% of Puerto Rico’s population lives in urban areas. 56.22% of the population is of working age (15-59). % of the population has internet access and % has 5G mobile coverage. These factors are important for digital-first businesses to keep in mind.
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks Puerto Rico #166 overall for market attractiveness, rising 2 places over the past year.
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Puerto Rico's International Growth Stats
| International Growth Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 47.12 |
| Purchasing Power | 33.24 |
| Digital Readiness | 48.39 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 32.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 39.75 |
| Digital Search Demand | 14.33 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 35.18 |
| Score Change | 1.54 |
| Overall Rank | 166 |
| Rank Change | 2 |
Digital Search Demand
14.33%
Purchasing Power
33.24%
How Digitally Mature is the Market in Puerto Rico
The digital search demand score for Puerto Rico is 14.33.
Go-To-Market Strategy Considerations for Puerto Rico
The purchasing power score for Puerto Rico is 33.24, and the country scores 48.39 for digital readiness.
Financial & payment infrastructure
In terms of financial infrastructure, Puerto Rico scores 68.99.
Regulatory & business setup friction
From a business expansion point of view, Puerto Rico scores 32.26 for regulatory complexity and legal restrictions. This is reverse-scored, meaning the higher the score, the easier it is to navigate local regulation.
The score of 39.75 indicates the costs and friction associated with setting up a business presence in Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico market attractiveness change
Compared to last year, the overall International Growth Index score for Puerto Rico has changed 1.54 points, moving the country 2 places higher from 2025, to rank #166 in 2026.
Most Popular Social Media Platforms in Puerto Rico:
- YouTube
- TikTok
What Are the Risks of Expanding into Puerto Rico
While new market expansion can be exciting, it is important to also consider the risks when entering a market like Puerto Rico.
How Does Puerto Rico Compare to Other Top Markets?
| International Growth Pillar | Puerto Rico Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 47.12 |
| Purchasing Power | 33.24 |
| Digital Readiness | 48.39 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 32.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 39.75 |
| Digital Search Demand | 14.33 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 35.18 |
| Score Change | 1.54 |
| Overall Rank | 166 |
| Rank Change | 2 |
| United States Score |
|---|
| 53.39 |
| 71.03 |
| 93.01 |
| 81.18 |
| 64.5 |
| 27.2 |
| 43.46 |
| 69.58 |
| 60.79 |
| 1.2 |
| 3 |
| 0 |
View market attractiveness data for other countries ranked like Puerto Rico:
International Growth Index
Methodology
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks countries according to their potential for international expansion. The ranking for Puerto Rico is based on an overall score that’s calculated from a combination of the eight pillars of scoring listed above, which are based on 34 composite indicators such as digital demand, economic opportunity, market accessibility, digital maturity and regulatory complexity in Puerto Rico. This provides a quick and easy way for businesses to compare Puerto Rico against other countries and prioritise growth markets.
Learn more about the eight pillars and ranking methodology to get a better understanding of the scores above and their implications for your business.
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