Kingston

🇯🇲Jamaica•Caribbean

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living56

Safety58

Healthcare57

Career Opportunities51

Climate73

Transport66

Air Quality62.5

Family Friendliness57

Education62

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Kingston a good place to live?

Kingston scores 61/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 56/100), moderately safe (safety: 58/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 57/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Kingston?

Kingston has a cost of living score of 56/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Kingston?

Kingston has a transport score of 66/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Kingston?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Kingston are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Kingston safe for expats?

Kingston has a safety score of 58/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 62.5/100.

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