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Jamestown, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Bienville Parish County
Jamestown, LA
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 $65,568 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,986. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jamestown is $113,800 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $112,799. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Jamestown reports 84 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 418/100K.
Education
14.3% of adults in Jamestown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 70.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.