Jamestown, TN

Tennessee

Jamestown is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,156. Residents earn $24,688 per year, which is 67% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,156 Population 691/sq mi density
$24,688 Median Income $18,243 per capita
$96,000 Home Value $227,269 Zillow
$446 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
257 Violent Crime/100K 5,287 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$24,688 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$96,000 home value, $446/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
257 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,688
67% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,000
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 257/100K
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $446
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.5%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.9%
190% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,156
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density691/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,688
Per Capita$18,243
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty35.9%
County GDP$769M
Commute12 min

Housing

A
Home Value$96,000
Rent$446
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$227,269

Crime

F
Violent257/100K
Property5,287/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault205/100K
Burglary565/100K

Health

Obesity47.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.1%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Elevation1,725 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute12 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Jamestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamestown receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jamestown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamestown is $24,688, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 35.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamestown is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $446 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Jamestown is below the national average at 257 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,287 per 100,000, 170% above the national average.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jamestown has a population of 2,156 with a density of 691 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

2,156
Total Population
691
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamestown is $24,688, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Jamestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,688
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,243
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$55,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.9%
190% above US avg
Establishments (County)409
County GDP$769M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare31
Retail58
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamestown is $96,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $446 (62% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,269.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$227,269

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$446
62% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Jamestown, 47.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.1% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.5%
48% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure40.5%
Asthma12.3%
COPD12.9%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression34.1%
Mental Distress25.2%
Physical Distress19.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death15,614/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities31
Jamestown has a violent crime rate of 257 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,287 per 100,000 (170% 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 Violent256.7/100K
32% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery51.3/100K
Assault205.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,287.5/100K
170% above US avg
Burglary564.7/100K
Theft4,568.8/100K
Vehicle Theft154.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jamestown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall18.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,725 ft (526 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density691/sq mi
Coordinates36.4310°N, 84.9327°W
County FIPS47049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.6%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density691/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants20
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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