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Port Maria, Jamaica

Saint Mary Parish · 🇯🇲 Jamaica

Port Maria is a small city in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica with a population of 7,906. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
7,906 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
63.2 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

Population7,906
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)
Rain63.2 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population7,906
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates18.3685°, -76.8895°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSaint Mary Parish
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation63.2 inches (1,605 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Port Maria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Maria 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. Port Maria 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

Port Maria 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 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Port Maria has a population of 7,906. 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

7,906
Total Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Maria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Port Maria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Maria 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: Port Maria 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 Port Maria, 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: Port Maria 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

Port Maria 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 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.2 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.5%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates18.3685°N, 76.8895°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 6.2 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in
March 75°F (24°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 3.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
August 79°F (26°C) 4.2 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.9 in
November 76°F (25°C) 9.5 in Wettest
December 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in

Port Maria has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 74°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.5") and March the driest (3.1").

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 Port Maria

What is the population of Port Maria?

Port Maria has a population of 7,906 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 Port Maria expensive to live in?

Port Maria 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 Port Maria?

Port Maria 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 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Port Maria?

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

How are the schools in Port Maria?

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

How healthy is Port Maria?

The obesity rate in Port Maria 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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