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Yallahs, Jamaica

Saint Thomas Parish · 🇯🇲 Jamaica

Yallahs is a small city in Saint Thomas Parish, Jamaica with a population of 7,644. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
7,644 Population
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
64.7 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

Population7,644
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain64.7 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.5%
Population7,644
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates17.8748°, -76.5625°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSaint Thomas Parish
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.7 inches (1,643 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.7 years

Is Yallahs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yallahs 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. Yallahs 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

Yallahs has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Yallahs has a population of 7,644. 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

7,644
Total Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yallahs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yallahs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yallahs 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: Yallahs 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 Yallahs, 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: Yallahs 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

Yallahs has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.7 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 95 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.4°F
40% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.7 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.5%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates17.8748°N, 76.5625°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 2.5 in
April 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
May 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 3.6 in
August 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 77°F (25°C) 7.6 in
October 76°F (25°C) 10.3 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 7.9 in
December 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in

Yallahs has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 73°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.3") and February the driest (2.5").

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 Yallahs

What is the population of Yallahs?

Yallahs has a population of 7,644 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 Yallahs expensive to live in?

Yallahs 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 Yallahs?

Yallahs has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Yallahs?

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

How are the schools in Yallahs?

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

How healthy is Yallahs?

The obesity rate in Yallahs 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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