Portmore Population 2026
Portmore has a population of 102,861, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇯🇲 Jamaica, located in Saint Catherine Parish. Roughly 3.6% of Jamaica's population lives here. It is about 9.1× smaller than Kingston, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,861
Rank in Jamaica
#3
Coordinates
17.97°N, 76.89°W
~7 m elevation · America/Jamaica
Distance to capital (Kingston)
10 km
6 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saint Catherine Parish
| City | Population | Rank in Jamaica |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish Town | 145,018 | #2 |
| Old Harbour | 26,024 | #8 |
| Linstead | 20,660 | #9 |
Cities near Portmore
- Spanish Town145,018 people · ~8 km away
- Kingston937,700 people · ~10 km away
- Old Harbour26,024 people · ~24 km away
- Linstead20,660 people · ~24 km away
- May Pen44,755 people · ~38 km away
- Ocho Rios26,503 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Portmore?
Portmore has a population of 102,861 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Jamaica.
What region is Portmore in?
Portmore is located in Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica.
Is Portmore the capital of Jamaica?
No, the capital of Jamaica is Kingston, about 10 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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