Jamestown, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Jamestown is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,241. Residents earn $59,028 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,241 Population 1,915/sq mi density
$59,028 Median Income $29,840 per capita
$142,300 Home Value $266,132 Zillow
$798 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$59,028 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,300 home value, $798/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,028
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,300
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $798
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,241
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,915/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,028
Per Capita$29,840
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$14,730M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,300
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,132

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation1,057 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Libraries8

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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, 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 $59,028, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamestown is $142,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jamestown has a population of 2,241 with a density of 1,915 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

2,241
Total Population
1,915
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamestown is $59,028, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Jamestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,028
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,840
Avg Weekly Wage$1,390
IRS Avg AGI$84,512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,168
County GDP$14,730M

Business (County)

Restaurants377
Healthcare416
Retail507
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamestown is $142,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,132.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,300
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,132

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$798
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Jamestown, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death7,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access86.7%
Healthcare Facilities416

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,915/sq mi
Coordinates39.6572°N, 83.7538°W
County FIPS39057
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,915/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities416
Restaurants377
Retail Stores507

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home7.1%

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