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Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands

Saint Thomas Island · 🇻🇮 U.S. Virgin Islands

Charlotte Amalie is a small city in Saint Thomas Island, U.S. Virgin Islands with a population of 20,000. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
20,000 Population 16,529/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
43.2 in Annual Rain
America / St Thomas Timezone
$44,321 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,321 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$1,000/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,321
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

People

Population20,000
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density16,529/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,321
Per Capita$44,321
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.2%
Depression25.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Population20,000
Population Density16,529 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates18.3419°, -64.9307°
TimezoneAmerica/St_Thomas
Country🇻🇮 U.S. Virgin Islands
State / ProvinceSaint Thomas Island
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation43.2 inches (1,098 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,321
Median Age44.9 years

Is Charlotte Amalie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charlotte Amalie receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Charlotte Amalie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charlotte Amalie is $44,321, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Charlotte Amalie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Charlotte Amalie has a population of 20,000 with a density of 16,529 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 24.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,000
Total Population
16,529
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Charlotte Amalie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Charlotte Amalie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charlotte Amalie is $44,321, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,321 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Charlotte Amalie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,321
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%
Renter-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

In Charlotte Amalie, 39.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 40.2% have high blood pressure. 18.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.7% report binge drinking. 31.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Charlotte Amalie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression25.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%

Food & Exercise

Charlotte Amalie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density16,529/sq mi
Coordinates18.3419°N, 64.9307°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Thomas

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in
April 78°F (25°C) 2.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 2.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 3.1 in
August 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 5.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in

Charlotte Amalie has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (1.7").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 19.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density16,529/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Charlotte Amalie

What is the population of Charlotte Amalie?

Charlotte Amalie has a population of 20,000 residents and is located in U.S. Virgin Islands. The population density is 16,529 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Charlotte Amalie expensive to live in?

Charlotte Amalie is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $44,321, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Charlotte Amalie?

Charlotte Amalie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Charlotte Amalie?

The job market in Charlotte Amalie is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Charlotte Amalie?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000.

How are the schools in Charlotte Amalie?

28.0% of adults in Charlotte Amalie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Charlotte Amalie?

The obesity rate in Charlotte Amalie is 39.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.2% of adults are smokers. 31.2% are physically inactive. 25.8% of residents report depression.

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