USD → 
JMD Rate as of2026-05-17 USD to JMD Converter.
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Current rate
1 USD = 156.5 JMD as of 2026-05-17. The Jamaican dollar has depreciated modestly against USD as Bank of Jamaica's inflation-targeting framework allows managed flexibility around 156-160. Remittances from the Jamaican diaspora in the US, UK, and Canada equal ~20% of GDP, making USD/JMD one of the Caribbean's most-watched corridors.
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Rate as of 2026-05-17USD → JMD Converter
$
🇺🇸 $1.00 = 🇯🇲
JMD 156.50
Rate: 1 USD = 156.5000 JMD
Common conversions
| 🇺🇸 USD | 🇯🇲 JMD |
|---|---|
| $1.00 | JMD 156.50 |
| $10.00 | JMD 1,565.00 |
| $100.00 | JMD 15,650.00 |
| $500.00 | JMD 78,250.00 |
| $1,000.00 | JMD 156,500.00 |
| $5,000.00 | JMD 782,500.00 |
| $10,000.00 | JMD 1,565,000.00 |
| $50,000.00 | JMD 7,825,000.00 |
| $100,000.00 | JMD 15,650,000.00 |
✨ Mid-market rate · 2026-05-17 · Real-world transfer rates may differ 0.5-3% depending on provider · Not financial advice
📈 Trend
USD trend over time.
Today
156.5
1 USD = JMD
1 year ago
156
↑ 0.3% in 12 months
5 years ago
149
↑ 5.0% in 5 years
❓ FAQ
USD to JMD FAQ.
Who typically converts USD to JMD?
Primarily the Jamaican diaspora in New York, Florida, Toronto, and London sending family remittances, plus US tourists prepping for Montego Bay or Negril holidays, and US companies paying Jamaican BPO workers in Kingston.
Best way to send USD to Jamaica?
Western Union, MoneyGram, Remitly, and Wise all serve the corridor. JN Money Services (operated by Jamaica National Group) often offers the best fee structure for diaspora remittances above USD 500.
Should tourists exchange USD or use cards in Jamaica?
USD is widely accepted at tourist resorts, often at a worse rate than market. Withdrawing JMD from ATMs (NCB, Scotiabank Jamaica) with a no-FX-fee card like Wise or Charles Schwab beats hotel desk exchanges by 3-5%.
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