Jamestown, NM

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
152 Population 56/sq mi density
$51,779 Median Income $30,348 per capita
$117,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,779 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,300 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,779
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,300
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.6%
219% higher than US avg

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

People

Population152
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,779
Per Capita$30,348
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty39.6%
County GDP$2,894M

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation7,041 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
CommuteN/A
Broadband69.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Jamestown a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Jamestown has a population of 152 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (51.3%), with 48.7% White.

Population

152
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only43.7%
44% below US avg
Spanish56.3%
320% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamestown is $51,779, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Jamestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,779
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,348
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.6%
219% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamestown is $117,300, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,300
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Jamestown, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall42.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,041 ft (2,146 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates35.4693°N, 108.4396°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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