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Mountain View Gardens, Jamaica

Saint Andrew Parish · 🇯🇲 Jamaica

Mountain View Gardens is a small city in Saint Andrew Parish, Jamaica with a population of 10,285. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
10,285 Population
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
52.0 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

Population10,285
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)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population10,285
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates17.9856°, -76.7671°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSaint Andrew Parish
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation52.0 inches (1,321 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Mountain View Gardens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain View Gardens 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. Mountain View Gardens 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

Mountain View Gardens has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Mountain View Gardens has a population of 10,285. 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

10,285
Total Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain View Gardens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mountain View Gardens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain View Gardens 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: Mountain View Gardens 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 Mountain View Gardens, 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: Mountain View Gardens 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

Mountain View Gardens has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 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 171 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.5%

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates17.9856°N, 76.7671°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 76°F (24°C) 2.1 in
April 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in
July 80°F (26°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 80°F (26°C) 4.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
October 78°F (26°C) 8.1 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in
December 76°F (24°C) 3.7 in

Mountain View Gardens has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.1") and February the driest (2.0").

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 Mountain View Gardens

What is the population of Mountain View Gardens?

Mountain View Gardens has a population of 10,285 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 Mountain View Gardens expensive to live in?

Mountain View Gardens 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 Mountain View Gardens?

Mountain View Gardens has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Mountain View Gardens?

Mountain View Gardens has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mountain View Gardens?

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

How healthy is Mountain View Gardens?

The obesity rate in Mountain View Gardens 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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