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Christiansted, U.S. Virgin Islands
Saint Croix Island · U.S. Virgin Islands
Christiansted is a small town in Saint Croix Island, U.S. Virgin Islands with a population of 1,866. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Christiansted
Christiansted is the largest town on Saint Croix, one of the main islands of the United States Virgin Islands, a territory of the United States of America. The town is named after King Christian VI of Denmark.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,866 |
| Population Density | 3,659 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.7468°, -64.7056° |
| Timezone | America/St_Thomas |
| Country | 🇻🇮 U.S. Virgin Islands |
| State / Province | Saint Croix Island |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.8 inches (1,088 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Christiansted
Christiansted is a small town in U.S. Virgin Islands (Saint Croix Island) with a population of 1,866. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is America/St_Thomas.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above U.S. Virgin Islands avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,659/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.7468°N, 64.7056°W |
| Timezone | America/St_Thomas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.2 m (50 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1867 | VIRGIN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 15.2 m | 24 | 59 km |
| 1868 | VIRGIN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 57 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Saba (157 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Saba | Stratovolcano | 887 m (2,910 ft) | 1640 | 157 km |
| Quill, The | Stratovolcano | 601 m (1,972 ft) | 250 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in |
Christiansted has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Christiansted
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Marys School | — | — | — | — |
| Easthill School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Croix Moravian School | — | — | — | — |
| Juanita Gardine Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Dunstans School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Christiansted
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTJX | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Soggy Dollar Radio (VG) | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Christiansted
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Hamilton House Museum | ||||
| Benjamin House Museum | ||||
| Christiansted Apothecarly Museum | ||||
| Danish Customs House | ||||
| Estate Whim Plantation Museum | ||||
| Estate Whim Plantation Museum | ||||
| Fort Christiansværn | ||||
| Fort Frederik | ||||
| Saint Croix Aquarium | ||||
| Saint Croix Aquarium and Marine Education Center | ||||
| Steeple Building Museum |
Libraries in Christiansted
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athalie McFarlane Petersen Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Athalie Petersen Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Florence A Williams Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Governor Juan F Luis Hospital and Medical Center Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Frederiksted Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of the Virgin Islands Saint Croix Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Virgin Islands Energy Office Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Christiansted
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Heyliger Vegetable Market | Queen Cross Street | ||||
| Christian "Shan" Hendricks Vegetable Market | Company Street | ||||
| La Reine Farmers Market | Estate Body Slob | ||||
| La Reine Farmers' Market |
Hotels in Christiansted
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Christiansted
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Christiansted
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Christiansted
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Christiansted
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Christiansted
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Christiansted
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Christiansted
3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Superfund Sites Near Christiansted
6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| OCEAN POINT TERMINALS (FKA LIMETREE) | 1 ESTATE HOPE | ST CROIX |
| OCEAN POINT TERMINALS (FKA LIMETREE) | 1 ESTATE HOPE | ST CROIX |
| OCEAN POINT TERMINALS (FKA LIMETREE) | 1 ESTATE HOPE | ST CROIX |
| VIRGIN ISLANDS WATER & POWER AUTHORITY - ESTATE RICHMOND GENERATING STATION | 1 PENITENTIARY LN | ST. CROIX ISLAND |
| VIRGIN ISLANDS WATER & POWER AUTHORITY - ESTATE RICHMOND GENERATING STATION | 1 PENITENTIARY LN | ST. CROIX ISLAND |
| VIRGIN ISLANDS WATER & POWER AUTHORITY - ESTATE RICHMOND GENERATING STATION | 1 PENITENTIARY LN | ST. CROIX ISLAND |
Airports Near Christiansted
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cyril E. King Airport | STT | Large Airport |
| Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport | EIS | Large Airport |
| Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport | CPX | Medium Airport |
| Henry E. Rohlsen Airport | STX | Medium Airport |
| Virgin Gorda Airport | VIJ | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Christiansted
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Christiansted Post Office | |
| Gallows Bay Post Office 00824 | |
| Richmond Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Christiansted
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church | |
| Congregation B'nai Or STX | |
| Friedensthal Moravian Church | |
| Holy Cross Catholic Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses | |
| Lord God of Saboath Lutheran Church | |
| Prophecy Church | |
| Saint Johns Anglican Church | |
| St. Croix Christian Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Way of the Cross Baptist Church |
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What is the population of Christiansted?
Christiansted has a population of 1,866 residents and is located in U.S. Virgin Islands. The population density is 3,659 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Christiansted?
Christiansted has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches.