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Mountainside

City in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica

Overview

Mountainside is a quaint town in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica, known for its scenic countryside, friendly locals, and authentic Jamaican culture. It offers a slower pace of life, lush green hills, and easy access to both inland and coastal attractions. The town is ideal for travelers seeking relaxation, nature, and real Jamaican living.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Jamaica
Parish
Saint Elizabeth
Population
Time Zone
America/Jamaica
Coordinates
17.98°, -77.75°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,045
Local Cost
$600
Local Income
$450
Cashless
25
English
95
Temperature
26.9°C
Summer Avg
27.7°C
Winter Avg
25.6°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
17.4°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
964 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 60/100.

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