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Jamestown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Jamestown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 709. Residents earn $44,821 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
709 Population 1,125/sq mi density
$44,821 Median Income $26,760 per capita
$86,900 Home Value $156,748 Zillow
$822 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
168 Violent Crime/100K 2,349 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,821 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,900 home value, $822/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
168 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,821
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,900
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 168/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population709
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,125/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,821
Per Capita$26,760
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,900
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,748
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

F
Violent168/100K
Property2,349/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault168/100K
Burglary168/100K

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,711 ft (522 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband59.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Jamestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamestown receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Jamestown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamestown is $44,821, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamestown is $86,900, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Jamestown is below the national average at 168 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,349 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% 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 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 79.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jamestown has a population of 709 with a density of 1,125 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

709
Total Population
1,125
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamestown is $44,821, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% 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$44,821
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,760
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamestown is $86,900, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,748.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,900
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,748

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.35%
Jamestown has a violent crime rate of 168 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,349 per 100,000 (20% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent167.8/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault167.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,349.0/100K
20% above US avg
Burglary167.8/100K
Theft2,181.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall79.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,711 ft (522 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,125/sq mi
Coordinates40.4037°N, 78.6588°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 59.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,125/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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