The flag of Jamaica is divided by a gold diagonal cross into four alternating triangular areas of green at the top and bottom, and black on the hoist and fly sides

Jamaica

Jamaica

CaribbeanJMJAM

Population

2.96M

Capital

Kingston

Country Overview

Geography

Basic Information

Common Name
Jamaica
Official Name
Jamaica
Region
Caribbean
Population
2.96M

Codes & Identifiers

Alpha-2 Code
JM
Alpha-3 Code
JAM
Olympic Code
388
Area
10,991 km²

Time Zones

  • UTC-05:00

Languages

EnglishJamaican Patois

Continents

North America

Currencies

  • $ - Jamaican dollar (JMD)

International Associations

Commonwealth of Nations (Commonwealth) Caribbean Community (CARICOM)

Geographic Location

Coordinates: -76.79°, 17.94°

Jamaica is located in , specifically in the Caribbean region. It has no land borders with other countries.

About Jamaica

The capital city, Kingston, serves as the country's political and often cultural center. The languages spoken include English, Jamaican Patois.

Geographic Facts

  • Our planet has seven continents and five oceans.
  • Earth's circumference at the equator is approximately 40,075 kilometers.
  • About 71% of the Earth's surface is covered by water.