Jamesport, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $46,875

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $76,900

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.6%

83% lower than US avg

Median Rent $450

61% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.6%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.3%

64% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.3%

90% lower than US avg

How Jamesport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population628

Median Age40.8 yrs

Density1,121/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+

Median Income$46,875

Per Capita$24,129

Unemployment1.3%

Poverty1.3%

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$76,900

Rent$450

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$116,755

Housing Units291

Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity39.6%

Uninsured11.4%

Smoking21.7%

Depression28.4%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain36.9 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation994 ft (303 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.6%

High School+86.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute30 min

Broadband74.3%

Is Jamesport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamesport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jamesport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamesport is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamesport is $76,900, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamesport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jamesport has a population of 628 with a density of 1,121 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.8% female and 45.2% male. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 5.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 8.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

628

Total Population

1,121

People / sq mi

40.8yrs

Median Age

5% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%

Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamesport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.1%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.9%
	86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamesport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamesport is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,129 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 10.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Jamesport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,875
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,129

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.3%
	64% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.3%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.9 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamesport is $76,900, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,755, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 291 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. 27.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$76,900
	73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$116,755

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$450
	61% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	69.0%
Housing Units	291
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

In Jamesport, 39.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 21.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 33.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.2% experience frequent mental distress. 11.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Jamesport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.6%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	9.7%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.7%
	55% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	33.5%
Depression	28.4%
Mental Distress	21.2%
Physical Distress	16.4%
Short Sleep	40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.7%
Uninsured	11.4%
	33% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	51.8%

Food & Exercise

Jamesport experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	52.3°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.9 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	994 ft (303 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	1,121/sq mi
Coordinates	39.9747°N, 93.8011°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.1 in	Driest
March	42°F (5°C)	2.6 in
April	53°F (12°C)	3.6 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.5 in
June	72°F (22°C)	4.2 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
September	67°F (19°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
October	55°F (13°C)	3.2 in
November	41°F (5°C)	2.1 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	1.6 in

Jamesport has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.1").

5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 74.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 71.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.6%
	83% below US avg
High School+	86.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,121/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.9 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Jamesport

What is the population of Jamesport?

Jamesport has a population of 628 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,121 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 54.8% female and 45.2% male.

Is Jamesport expensive to live in?

Jamesport is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,900 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Jamesport?

Jamesport has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Jamesport?

The job market in Jamesport is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 10.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Jamesport?

The median home value in Jamesport is $76,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,755. For renters, the median monthly rent is $450. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Jamesport?

Schools in Jamesport score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.6% of adults in Jamesport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Jamesport?

The obesity rate in Jamesport is 39.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.7% of adults are smokers. 33.5% are physically inactive. 28.4% of residents report depression. 11.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Jamesport?

The average commute in Jamesport is 30 minutes. 71.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Jamesport?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Jamesport is 92.5% White, 5.1% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 8.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.3% of residents have a disability. 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

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