Jamestown, LA

Louisiana

Jamestown is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 127. Residents earn $65,568 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
127 Population 73/sq mi density
$65,568 Median Income $29,986 per capita
$113,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,568 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,800 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,568
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,568
Per Capita$29,986
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$825M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation211 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+70.5%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute46 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries5

Is Jamestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamestown receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, 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 $65,568, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamestown is $113,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamestown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Jamestown has a population of 127 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

127
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamestown is $65,568, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Jamestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,568
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,986
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$58,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$825M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare22
Retail35
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.7 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamestown is $113,800, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,800
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Jamestown, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.7% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD9.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death17,836/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access33.1%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation211 ft (64 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates32.3419°N, 93.2066°W
County FIPS22013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40.5%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+70.5%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants12
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.7 min
Work from Home5.9%

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