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Southfield, Jamaica

St. Elizabeth · 🇯🇲 Jamaica

Southfield is a small town in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica with a population of 2,695. Elevation: 1,909 ft (582 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
2,695 Population
1,909 ft Elevation 582 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
62.4 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

Population2,695
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain62.4 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation1,909 ft (582 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population2,695
Elevation1,909 ft (582 m)
Coordinates17.8878°, -77.6671°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSt. Elizabeth
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation62.4 inches (1,585 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Southfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southfield 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. Southfield 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

Southfield has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Southfield has a population of 2,695. 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

2,695
Total Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Southfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Southfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southfield 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: Southfield 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 Southfield, 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: Southfield 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

Southfield has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.4 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 1,909 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.4 inches
64% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.5%

Geography

Elevation1,909 ft (582 m)
Coordinates17.8878°N, 77.6671°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 1.9 in Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
April 78°F (25°C) 5.0 in
May 79°F (26°C) 7.9 in
June 80°F (26°C) 6.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.7 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 4.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in

Southfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 76°F in February to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (1.9").

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 Southfield

What is the population of Southfield?

Southfield has a population of 2,695 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 Southfield expensive to live in?

Southfield 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 Southfield?

Southfield has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Southfield?

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

How are the schools in Southfield?

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

How healthy is Southfield?

The obesity rate in Southfield 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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