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Jamaica Beach, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Jamaica Beach is a small town in Texas with a population of 991. Residents earn $88,077 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
991 Population 1,709/sq mi density
$88,077 Median Income $80,701 per capita
$313,600 Home Value $449,563 Zillow
$1,732 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$88,077 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$313,600 home value, $1,732/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,077
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $313,600
11% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.8%
66% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,732
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

How Jamaica Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population991
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density1,709/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,077
Per Capita$80,701
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$26,337M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$313,600
Rent$1,732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$449,563
Housing Units1,430
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property588/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary490/100K

Health

Obesity28.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking8.1%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4 ft (1 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.8%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+21.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute28 min
Broadband95.9%
Libraries8

Is Jamaica Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamaica Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jamaica Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamaica Beach is $88,077, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamaica Beach is $313,600, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,732 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Jamaica Beach is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 588 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

Jamaica Beach is a highly educated community — 55.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamaica Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Jamaica Beach has a population of 991 with a density of 1,709 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%).

Population

991
Total Population
1,709
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.6%
Female 35.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamaica Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamaica Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamaica Beach is $88,077, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Jamaica Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,077
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$80,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,205
IRS Avg AGI$93,928

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,943
County GDP$26,337M

Business (County)

Restaurants844
Healthcare678
Retail986
Manufacturing183

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,762
150% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone62.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamaica Beach is $313,600, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,732 (49% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $449,563.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$313,600
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$449,563
Median List Price$520,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$520,000
$/Sq Ft$367
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio93.3%
Price Drops12.3%
Inventory57

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,732
49% above US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units1,430
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,762
150% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Jamaica Beach, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 8.1% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 15.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jamaica Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.1%
COPD3.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.1%
42% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity15.4%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress9.2%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,420
Dentists1:1,930
Mental Health1:630
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access84.8%
Healthcare Facilities678
Jamaica Beach has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 588 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Jamaica Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property588.2/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary490.2/100K
Theft98.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Jamaica Beach has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average72.3°F
34% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4 ft (1 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,709/sq mi
Coordinates29.1904°N, 94.9793°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48167
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.4-point margin. 95.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.8%
66% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+21.8%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,709/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.9%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities678
Restaurants844
Retail Stores986

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone62.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.6%

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