Jamestown, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Jamestown is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 70.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
70 Population 115/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $40,853 per capita
N/A Home Value $246,519 Zillow
$1,615 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,615
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,853
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,302M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,615
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,519

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation37 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Broadband47.0%
Libraries8

Is Jamestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamestown receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jamestown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,615 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

11.4% 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 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamestown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jamestown has a population of 70 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

70
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.9%
Female 37.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamestown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Jamestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,853
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$77,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,143
County GDP$14,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants340
Healthcare372
Retail511
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,321
23% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,615 (39% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,519.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$246,519

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,615
39% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,321
23% above US avg
In Jamestown, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities372

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation37 ft (11 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates33.2859°N, 79.6946°W
County FIPS45015
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities372
Restaurants340
Retail Stores511

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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