Jamaica, VT

Vermont

Jamaica is a small town in Vermont with a population of 55. Residents earn $81,136 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
55 Population 71/sq mi density
$81,136 Median Income $37,296 per capita
$272,700 Home Value $358,751 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$81,136 median income, 42.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$272,700 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,136
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $272,700
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.9%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 42.3%
1075% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population55
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,136
Per Capita$37,296
Unemployment42.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,200M

Housing

A+
Home Value$272,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$358,751

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation879 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.9%
High School+95.9%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
CommuteN/A
Broadband40.0%
Libraries14

Is Jamaica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamaica receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jamaica stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamaica is $81,136, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 42.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamaica is $272,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamaica has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Jamaica has a population of 55 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

55
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamaica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamaica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamaica is $81,136, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 42.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Jamaica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,136
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,296
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$89,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment42.3%
1075% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,202
County GDP$2,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare86
Retail159
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.68%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamaica is $272,700, 3% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $358,751.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$272,700
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$358,751

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Rate4.68%
In Jamaica, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death8,143/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Jamaica has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates43.0952°N, 72.7746°W
County FIPS33019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.9%
27% above US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants71
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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