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West Bay, Cayman Islands

West Bay · 🇰🇾 Cayman Islands

West Bay is a small city in West Bay, Cayman Islands with a population of 15,335. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
15,335 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
56.0 in Annual Rain
America / Cayman Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher 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

Population15,335
Median Age41.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$99,144
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population15,335
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates19.3820°, -81.3928°
TimezoneAmerica/Cayman
Country🇰🇾 Cayman Islands
State / ProvinceWest Bay
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation56.0 inches (1,422 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age41.2 years

Is West Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. West Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

West Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

West Bay has a population of 15,335. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,335
Total Population
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

West Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Bay is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: West Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$99,144

Employment & Poverty

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

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living105.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In West Bay, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Bay 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

West Bay has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.0 inches. The area enjoys 234 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.0 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates19.3820°N, 81.3928°W
TimezoneAmerica/Cayman
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

George Town 29,370 pop · 6.7 mi Bodden Town 14,845 pop · 11.6 mi North Side 1,902 pop · 12.2 mi East End 1,846 pop · 18.9 mi
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