NY landscape

11430

Jamaica, NY

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Total Population

332
5-year trend
+13.9%

Median Household Income

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+17.4%

Median Home Value

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+34.3%

Median Rent

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+22.9%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 1092% lower than the state average, indicating a more affordable area.

Home values are 1056% lower than the state average. More affordable housing options are available here.

Median age of 30 years indicates a younger, dynamic community with potential for growth.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
-$666,666,666
1092% below state avg
Home Value
-$666,666,666
1055.6% below state avg
Rent
-$666,666,666
387.8% below state avg
Population Density
332 residents
Median Age
29.5 years

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
NaN
Below Average
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
-444399/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
NaN/100
Education
36/100
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Employment
50/100
Housing
94/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Jamaica, NY 11430

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Coordinates: 40.6552°, -73.7978°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
423
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
888
Above avg
Transportation
179
Above avg
Healthcare
139
Above avg
Groceries
218
Above avg
Utilities
163
Above avg
Overall
423
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
159
Employment Rate
56.6%
Avg. Commute
56 min
Work From Home
0%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Educational Services
48.3%
Construction
20.7%
Finance & Insurance
20.7%
Professional & Business Services
10.3%
Total Employed
90
Total Unemployed
69
Unemployment Rate
43.4%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Jamaica, NY

Median household income is 1092% above state average, indicating a relatively affluent area.

Young population with median age of 29.5 years, attracting young professionals and families.

Unemployment rate of 43.4% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Poverty rate of 43.7% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$-666,666,666
-887226.5% vs US
vs State Median
1092.0%
State: $-55,926,490
Income Distribution
30.8%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: -666666666.00 people

Total Households
0
Family Households
0%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
48.3%
#2 Industry
Construction
20.7%
#3 Industry
Finance
20.7%
Total Employed Residents:58

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
0.0%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
66.7%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
0.0%
0 workers
Public Transit
100.0%
90 workers
Total Commuting Workers:90
Commute Insights
0
Significant portion face long commutes (over 60 minutes)
Good public transit usage (100.0% of workers)

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
56.6%
90 employed
Labor Force
159
69 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:43.4%
Median Age
29.5 years
Per Capita Income
$10,702
Poverty Rate
43.7%
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