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Porus, Jamaica

Manchester · 🇯🇲 Jamaica

Porus is a small city in Manchester, Jamaica with a population of 5,923. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
5,923 Population
420 ft Elevation 128 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
71.5 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

Population5,923
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain71.5 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population5,923
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Coordinates18.0354°, -77.4117°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceManchester
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation71.5 inches (1,816 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Porus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Porus 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. Porus 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

Porus has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Porus has a population of 5,923. 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

5,923
Total Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Porus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Porus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Porus 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: Porus 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 Porus, 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: Porus 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

Porus has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 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 420 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.3°F
34% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.5 inches
88% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.5%

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Coordinates18.0354°N, 77.4117°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in
February 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
April 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in
May 73°F (23°C) 9.1 in
June 74°F (23°C) 8.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
August 74°F (24°C) 6.1 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 8.9 in
October 73°F (23°C) 12.4 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 5.7 in
December 71°F (21°C) 3.8 in

Porus has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 70°F in February to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 71.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.4") and February the driest (2.2").

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 Porus

What is the population of Porus?

Porus has a population of 5,923 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 Porus expensive to live in?

Porus 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 Porus?

Porus has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Porus?

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

How are the schools in Porus?

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

How healthy is Porus?

The obesity rate in Porus 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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