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Jamaica, IA
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Jamaica, IA
At a Glance
How Jamaica Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jamaica's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jamaica a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jamaica residents earn a median household income of $53,750 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,621. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 395 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jamaica is $65,700 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $176,121. Median rent is $536/month, with 16.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Jamaica reports 118 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,346/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Jamaica hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 87.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jamaica has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.