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Morant Bay, Jamaica

Saint Thomas Parish · 🇯🇲 Jamaica

Morant Bay is a small city in Saint Thomas Parish, Jamaica with a population of 9,368. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
9,368 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
70.8 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population9,368
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain70.8 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population9,368
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates17.8815°, -76.4093°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSaint Thomas Parish
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation70.8 inches (1,798 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Morant Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morant Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Morant Bay 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

Morant Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Morant Bay has a population of 9,368. 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

9,368
Total Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Morant Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Morant Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morant Bay 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: Morant Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
9% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Morant Bay, 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: Morant Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure46.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.3%
26% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.9%
Depression0.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Morant Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 72 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.8 inches
86% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.5%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates17.8815°N, 76.4093°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
March 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 3.6 in
May 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in
June 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
September 78°F (26°C) 7.8 in
October 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in Wettest
November 76°F (25°C) 8.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in

Morant Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 70.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (2.6").

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 Access89.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Morant Bay

What is the population of Morant Bay?

Morant Bay has a population of 9,368 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 Morant Bay expensive to live in?

Morant Bay 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 Morant Bay?

Morant Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Morant Bay?

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

How are the schools in Morant Bay?

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

How healthy is Morant Bay?

The obesity rate in Morant Bay 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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