New Mexico
Jamestown is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 152. Residents earn $51,779 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jamestown receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jamestown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Jamestown is $51,779, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 39.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
The median home value in Jamestown is $117,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Jamestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 42.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 43.7% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 56.3% |
| 320% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,779 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,348 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,364 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 39.6% |
| 219% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,225 |
| County GDP | $2,894M |
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 130 |
| Retail | 214 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.79% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $117,300 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.79% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 18.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.8% |
| Premature Death | 27,593/100K |
| Food Environment | 3.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 19.7 inches |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 42.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 7,041 ft (2,146 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4693°N, 108.4396°W |
| County FIPS | 35031 |
Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.3% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 69.0% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Retail Stores | 214 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |