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Saint Helier, Jersey

St Helier · 🇯🇪 Jersey

Saint Helier is a small city in St Helier, Jersey with a population of 28,000. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
28,000 Population 6,846/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Jersey Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$1,000/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,944
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population28,000
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density6,846/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population28,000
Population Density6,846 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates49.1880°, -2.1049°
TimezoneEurope/Jersey
Country🇯🇪 Jersey
State / ProvinceSt Helier
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.4 inches (847 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age38.2 years

Is Saint Helier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint Helier receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Saint Helier stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint Helier is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint Helier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Saint Helier has a population of 28,000 with a density of 6,846 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 19.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

28,000
Total Population
6,846
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint Helier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint Helier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint Helier is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Saint Helier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.0%
Renter-Occupied45.0%

Property Tax

In Saint Helier, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Saint Helier vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Saint Helier experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density6,846/sq mi
Coordinates49.1880°N, 2.1049°W
TimezoneEurope/Jersey

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in
February 44°F (6°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
November 49°F (10°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in

Saint Helier has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 44°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (1.5").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,846/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Helier

What is the population of Saint Helier?

Saint Helier has a population of 28,000 residents and is located in Jersey. The population density is 6,846 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Saint Helier expensive to live in?

Saint Helier is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Saint Helier?

Saint Helier has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Saint Helier?

Saint Helier has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Saint Helier?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000.

How are the schools in Saint Helier?

35.0% of adults in Saint Helier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Saint Helier?

The obesity rate in Saint Helier is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

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