Jamestown, KS

Kansas

Jamestown is a small town in Kansas with a population of 207. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
207 Population 714/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $37,021 per capita
$50,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,300 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,300
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density714/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$37,021
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$516M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Elevation1,435 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries4

Is Jamestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamestown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jamestown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamestown is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamestown is $50,300, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Jamestown has a population of 207 with a density of 714 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

207
Total Population
714
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamestown is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Jamestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,021
Avg Weekly Wage$799
IRS Avg AGI$57,416

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$516M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamestown is $50,300, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,300
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Rate5.48%
In Jamestown, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death10,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.3 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,435 ft (437 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density714/sq mi
Coordinates39.5995°N, 97.8613°W
County FIPS20029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.6-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density714/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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