Linstead Population 2026
Linstead has a population of 20,660, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇯🇲 Jamaica, located in Saint Catherine Parish. Roughly 0.7% of Jamaica's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Kingston, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,660
Rank in Jamaica
#9
Coordinates
18.14°N, 77.03°W
~119 m elevation · America/Jamaica
Distance to capital (Kingston)
30 km
19 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saint Catherine Parish
| City | Population | Rank in Jamaica |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish Town | 145,018 | #2 |
| Portmore | 102,861 | #3 |
| Old Harbour | 26,024 | #8 |
Cities near Linstead
- Spanish Town145,018 people · ~18 km away
- Old Harbour26,024 people · ~23 km away
- Portmore102,861 people · ~24 km away
- Kingston937,700 people · ~30 km away
- May Pen44,755 people · ~30 km away
- Ocho Rios26,503 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Linstead?
Linstead has a population of 20,660 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Jamaica.
What region is Linstead in?
Linstead is located in Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica.
Is Linstead the capital of Jamaica?
No, the capital of Jamaica is Kingston, about 30 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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