STATIN Census Day: Jamaica

STATIN Census Day: Jamaica

Did you know Jamaica undergoes a survey every 10 years? 2022 marks the 15th Population and Housing Census. A census is an official count of the population at a point in time. The 2022 Census is a count of the population and housing stock in the country. Data is also...
STATIN: Inflation Rate Increase to 10.9%

STATIN: Inflation Rate Increase to 10.9%

The Statistical Institute of Jamaica, STATIN, in its quarterly media briefing on Friday, revealed that Jamaica has seen an increase in the inflation rate, though unemployment is now at its lowest ever historical level. Director General of STATIN, Carol Coy, says...
STATIN- Unemployment for October 2021 Declined

STATIN- Unemployment for October 2021 Declined

The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) is reporting that more Jamaicans have jobs than just over a year ago. The report compared the decline in unemployment for October 2021 to October 2020, amid growing signs of recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.  Despite a...