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Runaway Bay
City in Saint Ann, Jamaica
Overview
Runaway Bay is a laid-back coastal town on Jamaica's northern shore, famed for its crystal-clear beaches, all-inclusive resorts, and inviting local culture. With a population of just over 6,500, it offers both tranquility and easy access to popular attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Jamaica
Parish
Saint Ann
Population
6,517
Time Zone
America/Jamaica
Coordinates
18.46°, -77.34°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,250
Local Cost
$750
Local Income
$620
Cashless
40
English
90
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
27.5°C
Winter Avg
25.1°C
Record High
33.2°C
Record Low
17.2°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1168 mm
Internet Speed
207 Mbps
Upload
152 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
1
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
OCJ
Distance
39 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 57 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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