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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $24,688 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,243 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $800 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,168 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.9% |
| 190% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 409 |
| County GDP | $769M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 58 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,144 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.28% |
| Commute Time | 12.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $96,000 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $227,269 |
| Census Median Rent | $446 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 31.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,144 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.28% |
| Obesity | 47.5% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.9% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.5% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 12.9% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 34.1% |
| Mental Distress | 25.2% |
| Physical Distress | 19.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,614/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Total Violent | 256.7/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 51.3/100K |
| Assault | 205.3/100K |
| Total Property | 5,287.5/100K |
| 170% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 564.7/100K |
| Theft | 4,568.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 154.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.2 inches |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 18.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,725 ft (526 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 691/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4310°N, 84.9327°W |
| County FIPS | 47049 |
Winner: Republican by 75.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.8% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 691/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 58 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 12.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |