Jamaica, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jamaica, Vermont had a total population of 59, the 171st largest community in Vermont, with a median household income of $84,875, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 23.3% is notably above the national average.
Jamaica Quick Facts
How Jamaica Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 55 | 59 | +7.3% |
| Median household income | $81,136 | $84,875 | +4.6% |
| Median home value | $272,700 | $279,700 | +2.6% |
How Jamaica Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 19 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Jamaica Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Windham County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brattleboro | 7,657 | $52,734 | 21.3% | $234,600 |
| Bellows Falls | 2,891 | $56,086 | 25.1% | $195,600 |
| West Brattleboro | 2,749 | $44,827 | 14.5% | $256,100 |
| Saxtons River | 553 | $106,250 | 2.5% | $183,700 |
| Westminster | 497 | $81,000 | 2.2% | $313,600 |
| Putney | 393 | $47,159 | 24.2% | $246,500 |
| Wilmington | 348 | $57,000 | 13.5% | $285,300 |
| Algiers | 242 | N/A | 29.3% | N/A |
| Whitingham | 178 | N/A | 15.2% | $219,600 |
| Townshend | 160 | $38,875 | 8.8% | $247,600 |
Cities Similar to Jamaica
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry | 71 | N/A | $187,500 | 51.1% | 40.8% |
| Wardsboro | 48 | $83,889 | $287,500 | 39.6% | 2.1% |
| Barnet | 61 | $57,917 | $204,200 | 59.5% | 47.5% |
| Chimney Hill | 75 | N/A | $275,000 | 18.7% | 0.0% |
| West Dummerston | 46 | N/A | $188,200 | 73.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 59, Jamaica's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Jamaica is a small community located in Vermont, within Windham County. The total population is 59. It ranks as the 171st most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jamaica is 31.7 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 43.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jamaica is $84,875. This is 5% higher than the state median of $81,203. It is also 5% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 23.3%. This is 553% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $279,700. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $316,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Jamaica was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
55.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% higher than the state rate of 43.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.1%. Notably, 21.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jamaica, Vermont is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Vermont state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 179 Census-designated places in Vermont. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jamaica, Vermont?
Jamaica, Vermont has a population of 59 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jamaica, VT?
The median household income in Jamaica is $84,875, which is 5% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jamaica, VT?
The poverty rate in Jamaica is 6.8%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jamaica, Vermont?
Jamaica's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jamaica, VT?
The median home value in Jamaica is $279,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Jamaica, Vermont?
55.3% of adults (25+) in Jamaica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.