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London vs. Jamaica: Size and Value Compared
While London and Jamaica are worlds apart in geography, culture, and history, comparing the two offers a fascinating perspective on land size, population, and economic value.
Land Size
London, the capital of the United Kingdom, covers approximately 1,572 square kilometres (607 square miles). By comparison, Jamaica spans 10,991 square kilometres (4,244 square miles) — making the Caribbean island roughly seven times larger in land area than London. Despite this, London feels denser due to its urban development, whereas Jamaica’s landscape is more rural, with mountains, forests, and coastlines dominating the terrain.
Population
In terms of population, London far outweighs Jamaica. London has an estimated 9.6 million residents as of 2025, compared to Jamaica’s 2.8 million people. This means London’s population density is dramatically higher — about 6,100 people per square kilometre compared to Jamaica’s 255 people per square kilometre.
Economic Value
When looking at economic value, London’s global financial clout is staggering.
• London’s GDP: Around £670 billion (approx. US $850 billion) — representing nearly a quarter of the UK’s entire economy.
• Jamaica’s GDP: About US $17 billion — driven largely by tourism, bauxite mining, agriculture, and remittances from overseas Jamaicans.
In simple terms, London’s economy is around 50 times larger than Jamaica’s, despite being far smaller in physical size.
Perceived Value
From an investment and property perspective, London’s real estate market alone is worth more than Jamaica’s total GDP many times over. Prime central London districts, such as Kensington and Mayfair, have some of the highest property values in the world, with single streets worth billions. In contrast, Jamaica’s value lies more in natural resources, tourism appeal, and cultural exports — reggae, athletics, and cuisine being among its most famous contributions.
Cultural Influence
London is a hub for politics, finance, and international trade, influencing global affairs daily. Jamaica, while smaller in economic terms, has had an outsized cultural impact, with reggae music, Rastafarianism, and track-and-field dominance contributing to its global recognition.
Conclusion:
Jamaica dwarfs London in land area but cannot match its population density or economic might. London’s value is concentrated in finance, real estate, and infrastructure, whereas Jamaica’s worth is rooted in its natural beauty, tourism, and cultural heritage. Together, they represent two very different forms of global significance — one built on economic power, the other on cultural and environmental richness.
Attached is a news article regarding the size comparison between London and Jamaica and the estimated revenue between Jamaica and London
https://www.mylifeelsewhere.com/country-size-comparison/jamaica/london-c6950
Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley
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