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Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica

Westmoreland · 🇯🇲 Jamaica

Savanna-la-Mar is a small city in Westmoreland, Jamaica with a population of 16,553. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
16,553 Population
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
72.5 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

Population16,553
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain72.5 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population16,553
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates18.2190°, -78.1332°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceWestmoreland
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation72.5 inches (1,841 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Savanna-la-Mar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Savanna-la-Mar 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. Savanna-la-Mar 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

Savanna-la-Mar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Savanna-la-Mar has a population of 16,553. 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

16,553
Total Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Savanna-la-Mar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Savanna-la-Mar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Savanna-la-Mar 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: Savanna-la-Mar 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 Savanna-la-Mar, 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: Savanna-la-Mar 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

Savanna-la-Mar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.5 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.5 inches
91% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.5%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates18.2190°N, 78.1332°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in
March 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in
April 80°F (26°C) 5.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 9.6 in
June 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.7 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.2 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 4.3 in
December 78°F (25°C) 2.6 in

Savanna-la-Mar has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.2") and January 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 Savanna-la-Mar

What is the population of Savanna-la-Mar?

Savanna-la-Mar has a population of 16,553 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 Savanna-la-Mar expensive to live in?

Savanna-la-Mar 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 Savanna-la-Mar?

Savanna-la-Mar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Savanna-la-Mar?

Savanna-la-Mar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Savanna-la-Mar?

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

How healthy is Savanna-la-Mar?

The obesity rate in Savanna-la-Mar 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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