Jamestown, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Russell County County
Jamestown, KY
At a Glance
How Jamestown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jamestown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jamestown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jamestown residents earn a median household income of $25,602 , which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,266. The unemployment rate stands at 11.0% (206% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 45.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 546 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jamestown is $119,200 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,254. Median rent is $538/month, with 35.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Jamestown reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 744/100K.
Education
10.4% of adults in Jamestown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches.