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Above Rocks
City in Saint Catherine, Jamaica
Overview
Above Rocks is a small, welcoming town located in the hills of Saint Catherine, Jamaica, with a tranquil atmosphere and scenic mountain backdrops. Known for its local charm, friendly residents, and community-oriented vibe, the town offers a glimpse into rural Jamaican life not far from Kingston.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Jamaica
Parish
Saint Catherine
Population
5,261
Time Zone
America/Jamaica
Coordinates
18.11°, -76.88°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
48
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
27
Traffic Safety
38
Food Safety
52
Monthly Cost
$925
Local Cost
$520
Local Income
$400
Cashless
38
English
92
Temperature
27.0°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
25.7°C
Record High
32.5°C
Record Low
18.9°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
927 mm
Internet Speed
1 Mbps
Upload
1 Mbps
Latency
29 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KTP
Distance
15 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 2 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 54/100.
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