Jamesport, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Jamesport is a small town in New York with a population of 1,538. Residents earn $105,282 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,538 Population 342/sq mi density
$105,282 Median Income $82,694 per capita
$651,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,282 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$651,900 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,282
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $651,900
131% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,538
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density342/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,282
Per Capita$82,694
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute26 min

Housing

B
Home Value$651,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation29 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute26 min
EV Stations2
Libraries65

Is Jamesport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamesport receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Jamesport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamesport is $105,282, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Jamesport among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamesport is $651,900, making it a premium housing market at 131% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamesport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Jamesport has a population of 1,538 with a density of 342 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%).

Population

1,538
Total Population
342
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamesport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamesport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamesport is $105,282, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Jamesport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,282
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,694
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,343
County GDP$139,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,024
Healthcare5,146
Retail6,106
Manufacturing1,670

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamesport is $651,900, 131% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$651,900
131% above US avg
Median List Price$874,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$874,999
$/Sq Ft$494
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Jamesport, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146

Crime Rates: Jamesport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

Jamesport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation29 ft (9 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density342/sq mi
Coordinates40.9610°N, 72.5832°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density342/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home12.3%

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