Jamaica Vermont Map

About Jamaica, Vermont

Jamaica is a locality in Windham County, Vermont, United States. It is a small community with a population of 59. The population density is 27.7 people per km². Jamaica is located at 43.1004°N, 72.7784°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 77843.

Jamaica, Vermont, unfolds as a landscape of gentle, rounded hills, their slopes cloaked in the deep greens of mixed hardwoods and conifers, a verdant hum that softens the edges of the world. It lies 43.4 miles east of Gates, NY (from Gates, NY: bearing 89°T), and is situated 17.0 miles west of Bellows Falls. The West River, a ribbon of cool, clear water, threads its way through the valley, its constant, murmuring presence a counterpoint to the stillness of the surrounding woods. In the early morning light, a fine mist often hangs low, catching the sun's first rays and painting the air with a pearlescent glow, a quiet promise of the day ahead in this corner of Windham County. The terrain here is a testament to glacial sculpting, with broad, sweeping valleys and the occasional steep ascent, offering glimpses of distant, hazy peaks. The history of Jamaica is etched not in grand monuments, but in the enduring character of its land and the perseverance of its people. Originally settled in the late 18th century, its economy was once tied to the bountiful forests, with logging and wood-related industries shaping its early development. Today, while agriculture still plays a role, the spirit of Jamaica leans towards a quieter, more sustainable existence, with small businesses and a growing number of artists and craftspeople finding a home here. The familiar shape of the Jamaica Village Store, a central hub for daily needs and local gossip, speaks to the enduring sense of community that defines this place, a place where the seasons dictate the pace of life and the rustle of leaves carries the echo of generations.

About This Jamaica Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Jamaica, Vermont — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.100356, -72.77843. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Jamaica and Windham County.

Detailed location data for Jamaica includes the ZIP code (05343), telephone area code (802), county seat of Windham County (Newfane), and school district assignment (West River Valley Modified Union Education District 72B). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Jamaica is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.