May Pen, Jamaica

Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.8%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

9% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.4%

89% lower than US avg

People

Population44,755

Median Age30.7 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$7,542

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty1.4%

Health

Obesity33.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking10.3%

Depression0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)

AQI23 (Good)

Rain43.0 in/yr

Sunny Days258/yr

Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband89.5%

Population	44,755
Elevation	266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates	17.9645°, -77.2452°
Timezone	America/Jamaica
Country	🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / Province	Clarendon
Average Temperature	79°F (26°C)
January Average	76°F (25°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	43.0 inches (1,092 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	30.7 years

Is May Pen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, May Pen receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. May Pen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

May Pen 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 43.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

May Pen has a population of 44,755. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.5% male. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

44,755

Total Population

30.7yrs

Median Age

21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

May Pen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

May Pen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in May Pen is N/A. Per capita income is $7,542 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: May Pen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$7,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	9% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.4%
	89% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	60.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In May Pen, 33.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. 46.3% have high blood pressure. 10.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.9% report binge drinking. 0.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: May Pen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.8%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	11.9%
High Blood Pressure	46.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.3%
	26% below US avg
Binge Drinking	3.9%
Depression	0.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.0%

Food & Exercise

May Pen 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 43.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	79.0°F
	46% above US avg
January Average	76°F (25°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.0 inches
	13% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	23.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.5%

Geography

Elevation	266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates	17.9645°N, 77.2452°W
Timezone	America/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	76°F (25°C)	1.4 in	Coldest
February	77°F (25°C)	1.3 in	Driest
March	77°F (25°C)	1.7 in
April	79°F (26°C)	2.1 in
May	80°F (27°C)	4.3 in
June	81°F (27°C)	4.5 in
July	81°F (27°C)	2.2 in
August	81°F (27°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
September	81°F (27°C)	6.0 in
October	80°F (27°C)	8.1 in	Wettest
November	79°F (26°C)	4.2 in
December	77°F (25°C)	2.9 in

May Pen has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.1") and February the driest (1.3").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About May Pen

What is the population of May Pen?

May Pen has a population of 44,755 residents and is located in Jamaica.. The median age of residents is 30.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.5% male.

Is May Pen expensive to live in?

May Pen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in May Pen?

May Pen 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 43.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in May Pen?

May Pen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in May Pen?

15.0% of adults in May Pen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is May Pen?

The obesity rate in May Pen is 33.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.3% of adults are smokers. 0.4% of residents report depression.

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Race & Ethnicity

May Pen vs U.S. Average

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May Pen vs U.S. Average

Income: May Pen vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Health Metrics: May Pen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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Food & Exercise

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Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Monthly Weather

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Urban-Rural Classification

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