Montego Bay Population 2026
Montego Bay has a population of 82,867, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇯🇲 Jamaica, located in Saint James Parish. Roughly 2.9% of Jamaica's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Kingston, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
82,867
Rank in Jamaica
#4
Coordinates
18.47°N, 77.92°W
~12 m elevation · America/Jamaica
Distance to capital (Kingston)
130 km
81 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saint James Parish
| City | Population | Rank in Jamaica |
|---|---|---|
| Barrett Town | 17,169 | #10 |
Cities near Montego Bay
- Barrett Town17,169 people · ~13 km away
- Savanna-la-Mar16,553 people · ~36 km away
- Mandeville47,115 people · ~65 km away
- Ocho Rios26,503 people · ~86 km away
- May Pen44,755 people · ~91 km away
- Linstead20,660 people · ~101 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has a population of 82,867 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Jamaica.
What region is Montego Bay in?
Montego Bay is located in Saint James Parish, Jamaica.
Is Montego Bay the capital of Jamaica?
No, the capital of Jamaica is Kingston, about 130 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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